My mom was just recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She started her first chemo treatment almost two weeks ago. She is currently in the hospital due to internal bleeding (the bleeding has stopped) and her blood was really thin ( she is also on blood thinners for blood clots). She should hopefully be out soon and be home.
She has ascites, which she has had from the beginning and the fluid just seems to sit in her stomach. She has had it drained several times (like 7) and is having more removed tomorrow. I asked the doctor if this is normal with women and ovarian cancer and he said yes. I have heard and he also told me that the chemo should decrease the tumor which will diminish the fluid.
Has anyone gone through this type of ordeal where the fluid just stays and what was your experience having it removed and did chemo help? Surgery? She may have the option for surgery. I think they want her to do a few rounds of chemo. Is this common as well?
It is so hard to see my mom go through this. She was one healthy woman a few months ago and is now fighting for her life. Any advice and support would be greatly appreciated. Thank you