Ovarian cancer and radical hysterectomy

Hi I am new to this forum - I had a raised CA 125 of 91 with a mass on my ovary and a radical hysterectomy 10 days ago and am waiting for test results next week. I have been told it is almost certainly ovarian cancer and the growth was on my ovary/fallopian tube. I am still reeling from the shock - it has all happened so quickly and I am frightened about the next steps. Does chemo always happen for ovarian cancer and how much is needed - I am 54 and have always been quite fit and healthy - I still need to recover from my op though so don't know when chemo might start either. I would be grateful to hear from anyone who has been in my situation. Thank you 

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat ST67 although I'm sorry about the news you were given. This must be a very worrying and stressful time.

    We have some information on how ovarian cancer treatment is decided just here but if you'd like to discuss this and any other questions you have playing on your mind with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope this helps and that you receive favourable news next week.

    I'm sure some of our members will be along soon to offer their support and advice as well.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat ST67 although I'm sorry about the news you were given. This must be a very worrying and stressful time.

    We have some information on how ovarian cancer treatment is decided just here but if you'd like to discuss this and any other questions you have playing on your mind with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope this helps and that you receive favourable news next week.

    I'm sure some of our members will be along soon to offer their support and advice as well.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

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