Living With Ovarian Cancer
There are many issues a survivor faces when living with ovarian cancer, whether she is just beginning treatment or is living in remission. These issues may include managing symptoms and side effects of chemotherapy; fear of recurrence; when to share the diagnosis with family, friends, and co-workers; loss of fertility; managing symptoms of surgically-induced menopause; hormone replacement therapy; alternative methods for having children, including adoption, egg donation and surrogacy; palliative/hospice care; legal issues; and long-term survival.
MOCA has organized a variety of programs and resources to help survivors cope with these issues in order to support them through their journey.
To find a support group close to you, follow one of these links:
To learn more on your own about ovarian cancer – including treatment options and clinical trials – be sure to visit these pages on our website.
To view clinical trials for ovarian cancer detection and treatment that are seeking new volunteers in Minnesota, visit this page on the ClinicalTrials.gov website.
Women can also explore available clinical trials by visiting the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Clinical Trials Matching Service online or by calling (800) 535-1682.
The Social Security Administration now provides automatic benefits for certain cases of ovarian cancer, which has been a blessing to many women with the disease. Women with Stage III or IV ovarian cancer will automatically qualify based on the new rules, and women with any stage ovarian cancer may qualify for disability benefits under certain conditions. The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance has more information about the 2009 change to Social Security disability rules for women with ovarian cancer.
And finally, here’s where to get the big picture on MOCA and to get connected with our organization.