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Fat belly? No. Ovarian Cancer belly (pt 2)

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TwitterQueen1 · 24/09/2017 19:37

The story of my ovarian cancer discovery is here

This is such an important health issue - there's a reason why OC is called the 'silent killer'. I really want more women to be aware of what few symptoms there are (I wasn't).

This is my story. I hope it's a long one.

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iVampire · 05/07/2019 22:03

Here’s hoping you can get a change of scenery with your DDs!

I’m running in an event tomorrow, and will be wearing the new Lacie running top

MilesJuppIsMyBitch · 06/07/2019 08:29

Good luck today iVampire!

Good morning TQ Smile

iVampire · 06/07/2019 17:33

It didn’t go terribly well, but I did it!!

How’s your day, TQ ? Hoping for good progress towards being able to leave. Lovely sunny day here - so also hope you managed to get outdoors

Thymeout · 06/07/2019 19:19

TQ, have you noticed any improvement after the radio treatment? I guess that the pneumonia crisis has caused it to take a back seat, but I hope that side-effects haven't added to your problems.

TwitterQueen1 · 06/07/2019 20:40

Hi. No improvement no. In fact mention of another as mouth spasmiing.

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Iambuffy · 06/07/2019 20:47

Lurker here.
Sending lots of love to you and your dds.
Xxxxxx

TwitterQueen1 · 06/07/2019 20:49

Well done ivamp! Nothing happens at the week end, no doctors etc.. Felt nauseous allday but made it to the loo on my own with zimmr

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Lougle · 06/07/2019 21:24

Weekends can be frustrating. It sounds like you're doing well.

HellYeah90s · 07/07/2019 04:59

Thinking of you TQ, and your DDs.

Hope your weekend is going ok.

Borntobeamum · 07/07/2019 08:44

Good morning TQ
Just popping in to say I hope you're comfortable and resting.
I sincerely hope tomorrow brings better news for you.
I'm sending you a gentle hug, and have plenty more for anyone else who would like one
x x ((())) x x

Borntobeamum · 07/07/2019 08:45

Ps - I didn't intend for my hugs to look like fanny flaps 🥴

TwitterQueen1 · 07/07/2019 13:26

Fanny flaps Grin
Thankfully cool today. My bed is next to bank of East facing Windows. X

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Bloodybridget · 07/07/2019 16:55

Sending lots of good wishes, TQ

Ilikesweetpeas · 07/07/2019 20:17

Just read the full thread, your bravery and sense of humour shines through. Much love to you and your DD's WineThanks

Wintersnowdrop · 07/07/2019 22:48

Still thinking of you TwitterQueen1. Hope you continue to improve. 🤞🏻

SnowsInWater · 08/07/2019 14:32

Hope your view is a nice one TQ

Thymeout · 08/07/2019 17:43

Sorry to hear that, TQ Hope they're not causing you too much difficulty. At least your sense of humour seems intact. Smile

TwitterQueen1 · 08/07/2019 20:38

They serve supper at 5pm and breakfast after 8. Basically a 15 hour fast, which f steroid diabetic is rubbish. Late night banana is answer

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iVampire · 08/07/2019 21:00

“Late night banana is answer”

I must have the world’s filthiest mind

Toofaroutallmylife · 08/07/2019 22:44

iVampire - I thought it, you said it ..

Good to hear from you TQ Any sign of a move to the oncology ward?

nakedscientist · 08/07/2019 23:05

Hope you're enjoying your late night bananas! Don't get too frisky or you might get a ban Grin

SnowsInWater · 09/07/2019 08:21

Why do hospitals think that anyone over the age of five wants to eat at 5pm!

MilesJuppIsMyBitch · 09/07/2019 10:33

I remember having steroid starvation in hospital last year.

I was begging the nurses for food, & they made me hot buttered toast.

Best thing I've ever eaten.

Bloodybridget · 10/07/2019 09:11

It's such a long wait for breakfast in hospital, especially given lots of patients will have been awake since very early. When I was in just now, a nurse kindly made me a cup of tea at 6, but sometimes you can't even get that. Vital to have snacks to hand (Marmite sandwiches for me).

MilesJuppIsMyBitch · 11/07/2019 09:49

How are you feeling today TQ?