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Raised ca125 after a long time stable

bb_1992
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Hi all 

I was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer in 2024. It was a rough year of chemo and surgery but by the autumn my ca125 was back in normal range and feeling good. 

my ca125 result last week was 71, after a long time being stable. I’ve got no other symptoms apart from constant lower back pain that I’ve seen the gp for and have got pain killers but not taking the edge off (I have also got a slipped disc) 

I’ve got a scan next Tuesday and a appt with consultant the following week. Should I be worried

  • I'm really sorry to hear your ca125 has risen again after being stable for quite some time bb_1992, and for the worry this is understandably causing.

    Although no-one here can say whether this is any cause for concern, our members can provide you with their support and hopefully some of them will do just that once they see my reply.

    We'll all have our fingers crossed for a good outcome but if it would help to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses, you can give them a call on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They will do all they can to address your concerns and support you whilst you wait.

    We're thinking of you bb_1992 and wishing you all the best with your appointments over the next two weeks.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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