Hi Janet, my name's Viv and I'm 53. 

I'm sorry to hear you're waiting to have chemo.  Is this the second time you will have chemo or the first?  I know it's horrible to have to wait to begin your treatment.  At least you've had the tumour removed.  Are you still sore from your surgery?

I was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer back in November 2014 and was anxious to start fighting back at the cancer as soon as possible.  I was sad and scared as I was told it is uncurable but that just made me want to begin my battle with it as soon as possible.  My husband was working away a lot at the time and I spent lots of time on my own, trying to "stay positive".  I know how scary it can be but don't be too hard on yourself ... it's not a nice thing to suffer and you're bound to feel down sometimes (and that's allowed).  Just remember, you need to be strong to fight this horrible illness and I really do believe that having a positive attitude will help you get through this.

I don't know how ill you are, but if you can get out and about a bit, that will help to take your mind off your illness.  I went to our local hospice and met some very nice people (several who had cancer and were going through similar experiences to myself).  I found it helpful to talk to others and it was something to look forward to each week.

I do hope you feel better soon and I don't know if you're religious or not, but there's a lot to be said for the power of prayer.

God bless and take care of yourself.

Viv

Hi Janet, my name's Viv and I'm 53. 

I'm sorry to hear you're waiting to have chemo.  Is this the second time you will have chemo or the first?  I know it's horrible to have to wait to begin your treatment.  At least you've had the tumour removed.  Are you still sore from your surgery?

I was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer back in November 2014 and was anxious to start fighting back at the cancer as soon as possible.  I was sad and scared as I was told it is uncurable but that just made me want to begin my battle with it as soon as possible.  My husband was working away a lot at the time and I spent lots of time on my own, trying to "stay positive".  I know how scary it can be but don't be too hard on yourself ... it's not a nice thing to suffer and you're bound to feel down sometimes (and that's allowed).  Just remember, you need to be strong to fight this horrible illness and I really do believe that having a positive attitude will help you get through this.

I don't know how ill you are, but if you can get out and about a bit, that will help to take your mind off your illness.  I went to our local hospice and met some very nice people (several who had cancer and were going through similar experiences to myself).  I found it helpful to talk to others and it was something to look forward to each week.

I do hope you feel better soon and I don't know if you're religious or not, but there's a lot to be said for the power of prayer.

God bless and take care of yourself.

Viv