Comments for Welcome to the Arkansas Ovarian Cancer Coalition!

Comment on Signs/Symptoms by Annie

Annie — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:04 +0000

I had an ovarian cyst a couple years ago and ended up in the emergency room due to the pain. I had pains in the same area you are describing and yes it felt like PMS cramps X 5. I had a lower abdominal Cat Scan performed on me and thats what they determined it was. They go away on their own. It took about a week before I felt no pain. They gave me pain killers to take for the pain until it went away. I would definately get checked out, if it is bad enough it can cause damage if not treated.

Comment on Spirited Art, Dec 6th – Join us for a night of wine & painting by Tips

Tips — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 09:52:44 +0000

Hey there! An individual in my Youtube group discussed this website around so I located give it a look. I’m most definitely enjoying the material.

Comment on 4th Annual T.E.A.L. Tea Party by VincentBaxter

VincentBaxter — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:49:50 +0000

Ovarian cancer is nothing to be taken lightly. No matter where you live, it's important to consult the doctors and specialists to prevent this disease from spreading out of control. The clinic we frequent in Oklahoma has been a huge help, but the first step towards beating cancer relies on the patient finding the resources she needs.

Comment on Artists for Ovaries paints another successful year! by Leanna Richmond

Leanna Richmond — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 03:28:51 +0000

Yeah !!!!! Congratulations on such a successful event. It was my pleasure to donate an art piece for this cause. We had a great time.

Leanna Richmond
ThePassionatePlum.com

Comment on About by Marty Sorensen

Marty Sorensen — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:01:18 +0000

I am a member of WOCA and live most of time in AR. I have about 10 ladies from
The OCNA chat board who live in S.C AR..I am wondering if it is possible to join groups so we
May have a lobbyist to go to the Hill and fight for research and awareness funds, have a national conference where
Many researchers and Gyn/onc. Can speak
On the latest clinical trials and the
Latest techniques. I attended the OCNA
Conference and was amazed at the number
Of women who were there and willing to
Help. All funds raised by our WI. Alliance are kept in WI. We also have
Many activities. The latest our annual
Nancy’s Run/Walk. Nearly 1,000 attended. I am very pleased to hear our
Governor signed the proclamation.

I just believe there is power in numbers and we could still be local.

Comment on Signs/Symptoms by Adrienne

Adrienne — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:49:19 +0000

My aunt passed away from ovarian cancer last year. She initially had breast cancer (20+ years ago) and then it came back via that way. It was so hard to lose her because she was one of my most favorite aunts. I was more proactive with my own care after that, and it began to make me worry some. I went to my gynecologist and he said that Ovarian cancer was not hereditary but I did not really believe him and switched to another doctor. I miss my aunt and I wish she was here today. My love and prayers to all those who are going through the fight and thosewho are suvivors, or family of those who are no longer with us.

Comment on Way to go Jonesboro! by Leanna Richmond

Leanna Richmond — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:48:41 +0000

Oh this is SOOOO Awesome, gotta love a man that will go to that extent to bring attention to Ovarian Cancer. I lost my Mother two years ago to ovarian cancer and do all I can to support this. There is an event coming up here in Little Rock, AR called Artists for Ovaries and will be raising funds. I am donating one of my quilt art pieces for this and am so excited about it. tp://www.etsy.com/listing/71242535/teal-ribbon-cause-awareness-gifts

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Tue, 09 Aug 2011 05:57:40 +0000

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Comment on Signs/Symptoms by Leanna Richmond / The Passionate Plum

Leanna Richmond / The Passionate Plum — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 19:14:55 +0000

My Mother was having the full feeling upper stomach feeling and abdominal pains and each Dr. visit at several different Drs. tried to get a diagnosis at years later she was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer. At this point it had spread throughout her whole body, and even her bones of her neck, and was diagnosed at stage four, she passed 5 months later. She had such a painful battle for those 5 months and couldn’t get enough pain relief. I lost my Best Friend and Mother 2 1/2 yrs ago, and a day doesn’t go by that I don’t miss her so. One year after her passing I was diagnosed with an ovarian cyst, I elected for a total hysterectomy, they took out everything (ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix). I have had the CA125 test a couple of times and it came out okay. I have had the same issues of fullness and bloating and now have bladder pains and will always wonder if I could still get cancer in surrounding tissues or other organs. It’s a weird feeling to feel like you know you have it but it’s just a matter of time before I’m diagnosed. I stopped going to a gynecologist and am on hormone therapy through my MD. I wonder if others who have lost a family member to cancer feel like I do, with the strong feelings of knowing that you have it too, but not found. ? Is this normal?

Comment on Signs/Symptoms by callie

callie — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:44:09 +0000

Amy… I am truly sorry to hear what had happen to your mom.. i could not imagine..be strong and find ways to get that test done.. take care of yourself ther are ways..som hospitals have programs that offer to pay for your bill up to 100% depends on how much money you make, even if you hav’t to have surgery.. hang in ther.. i’m praying for you..i’m also goin to have this test done i’v had a lot of problems i have fibroids and gallstones but still hav some other issues that no one can seem to figure out.. so i will be having surgery probably in august..take care of yourself.. and i’ll do the same..god bless!

from somone who cares!