My ovaries were removed on Oct. 7th, 2004, after I was diagnosed with Stage III ovarian cancer. I had 8 rounds of a combination of Taxol and Carboplaten that was completed on April 15, 2005. At the end of that time, my CA125 was 33. Last week another CA 125 read 254. My oncologist is starting me on DOXIL on Weds, Aug. 3rd. I would like to hear from anyone who has been treated with DOXIL, as to the side effects they experienced with this drug. The literature the doctor gave me to read prior to treatment is rather frightening, and this seems to be a much more toxic chemo than my first ones. Also, should I be considering consulting with a oncology gyn specialist, rather than my general oncologist?
Any replies will be greatly appreciated.