Hello there - thought I would join this conversation. I was diagnosed with Stage 3/4 Ovarian Cancer in February this year ... When my baby was 5 mths old. He is now 13 mths and the light of my life - thought we would be finishe ethics journey several months ago but it just keeps going on and on and on. Found out yesterday our frontline treatment is not working and even though I feel fine (apart from being tired) and scans show no visible cancer it is still there. We are swapping treatments so hopefully this will knock it out completely - failure is not an option as far as I am concerned. Luckily our little one has been fabulous - I know what you mean about throwing yourself into them Melanie. We have been very lucky to have such a placid and adaptable child. ... View more

Hi Melanie Rose..I too am a Stage 4 Lung Cancer sufferer and have now undergone 2 cycles of Chemo (Carboplatin and Gemcitabine)and 5 days of Radiation on the pelvis (mostly for pain management) I`m about to start my 3rd Cycle of Chemo on Tuesday (as long as Neutrophils count is ok) I have suffered neutropenia and spent a few days in isolation as the Chemo knocked the Neutrophils about a bit (immune system)I now take it easy and careful not to expose myself to cuts or viruses.There is talk about reducing my Chemo down to 80% to help my immune system but my next blood test will tell the story (on monday)I hope to have my next CT scan in One month and hopefully this will show the Tumor is reducing.I have completely changed my diet (LOTS AND LOTS of fresh veggies and Fruit) and have tried to keep fit and POSITIVE Minded (as possible)The Chemo has lots of side effects.For nausea I take PRAMIN Tablets....but prefer Normal Ginger (1000mg) Tablets as they work better for me. I take Endone and panadol tablets for the pain (NOT Too much Endone..as they bind you up)and half a Diazapam Tablet to help me sleep.It Is important to have supportive/positive people around you and I pray that this will help you through this horrible time.Please dont hesitate to contact me if you need any more info/recipes/or things that may help you. Greg & De Reilly ... View more