Hello Lainey56 and thanks for the post

I am sorry to hear your ca125 levels are rising, albeit slowly.

Some ovarian cancers are oestrogen driven as you say. Whilst your ovaries have been removed the body can still produce oestrogen in fat and the adrenal glands that could be a factor in feeding your cancer.

Hormone therapy ( to block oestrogen) sometimes is given to try and slow or stop the cancer cells growing, which I assume your doctors are hoping to do.

I hope this is helpful.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Best wishes,

Naomi