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Abbreviations & Acronyms
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dx |
diagnose, diagnosis
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FSH |
follicle-stimulating hormone
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IBS |
irritable bowel syndrome
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IVP |
intravenous pyelogram — study to look at the kidneys and ureters
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NED |
no evidence of disease
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s/s |
signs & symptoms
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SLS |
second-look surgery
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TAH / BSO |
total abdominal hysterectomy / bilateral salpingectomy and oophorectomy — removal of, respectively: uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries
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tx |
treat, treatment
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US |
ultrasound
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WAR |
whole abdominal radiation
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Ellen
Submitted on 06/03/2004
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Hello Everyone...Here is my story. It's sad, but true. I lost my older
sister to OVCA in June of 2001 at age 44. She handled it with much grace and
humor. I, myself, was diagnosed 14 months later at age 37 on a routine exam.
I am currently back on chemotherapy after a year of remission. I can only
hope and pray for the best. Special thanks to Johns Hopkins and the
incredible women on the discussion board!!! Love, Ellen S.
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