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Just An Update on HG Serous Ovarian Cancer
Just to let everyone know that the cancer has returned yet again. I had a PET scan last week after three months, and it has returned with a vengeance, both in the abdomen and possibly the chest cavity.
I am having a FNA biopsy under ultrasound tomorrow of a lymph node near my left clavicle to see what it is. I’m told that ovarian cancer does not usually spread that far, but that I have never followed the rules.
I’m going to be commencing chemotherapy for the ninth time soon. The dates have not been organised yet; my oncologist wants to find out the results of the biopsy. I’m also dealing with sarcoidosis which has made life a little more interesting.
I’m also up to the next drug, Gemcitabine is its name in Australia. There are several protocols for its use, and I don’t know which I will be using.
Something else that is of note- I have been asked to contribute my story at an Oncology Conference in November, which I am excited about.
I’m sorry that the cancer is back yet again. It’s not unexpected. I’m now ready to face whatever comes. When I was told of the results my oncologist said it’s very concerning, but also said that for the last 15 years I haven’t just done well, I have been exceptional!
With God’s blessing I hope to stay that way.
These daffodils were a gift from the girls in my Year 12 Chemistry class. They gave them to me on Daffodil Day with a very special card that they each signed with a personal message.
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@jenelleseaman I have just had one inserted. Taking it out for a ride this coming Friday. Wish me luck.
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6 ReactionsJenelleseaman It's September 5. How are you getting on at this stage of your treatments. I pray for you, every day. I begin 3 rounds of vaginal r/adiation n September 15 in Mineola, NY.
Jenelleseaman It's September 5. 2026. How are you getting on at this stage of your treatments. I pray for you, every day. I begin 3 rounds of vaginal radiation on September 15 in Mineola, NY. Perlmutter Cancer Center. I've completed 6 rounds of TAXOL/Carboplatin. Completely bald and hairless. Sending my love and best wishes to you. Love, Linda
I had a PET scan in July that showed the topotecan had stopped working. The cancer had grown through my treatment, and new sites had appeared.
The oncologist told me that I should have a break for about a month and then start chemotherapy again with another drug. This time it’s gemcitabine. I start this Friday. Gemcitabine is a 4 week cycle, with 3 weeks treatment and then a week off. I’ve planned to start this week so I can have a week off for Christmas!
This is the tenth treatment, and will take me through to March 2027, at the very least … unless the cancer doesn’t respond! I’m in God’s hands.
Keytruda is now subsidised by the Australian government, and a newspaper journalist wanted to interview someone who had lived with ovarian cancer. They asked me if I was prepared to be interviewed. So I was in the newsfeed last weekend in Australia. A small moment of fame!
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1 Reaction@jenelleseaman, you are a great inspiration to me here in Boston! Praying for your new treatment to be successful!
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1 ReactionI’m starting the tenth line treatment this Friday. I had topotecan for the first part of 2026, but a PET scan in July showed the cancer stopped responding, and started growing instead. I’ve had a compulsory break and now am going to try gemcitabine.
I’ve recently celebrated my 16th anniversary with ovarian cancer as well! I can hardly believe it. The hospital where I get treated is almost a second home!