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7-14 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV04
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Her husband used crying as a release and coped with running the home and working while she was in hospital.
Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1992 following abdominal swelling. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.
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Ovarian Cancer
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7-14 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV03
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Thinks family carers have a hard time because they have to take on new roles and have little support.
Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1996 following abdominal swelling and pain, and depression. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.
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Ovarian Cancer
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Less than 2 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV33
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Had a network of friends and family who came and looked after her after her operation.
Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2003 following shoulder pain, abdominal bloating, cough, and pain on eating. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.
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Ovarian Cancer
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5-6 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV09
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Explained that her husband did the housework, taking time off when needed, and mopped up after chemotherapy made her sick.
Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 after finding a lump in her abdomen. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.
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7-14 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV01
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Her husband continued to go out to play bridge twice a week as a break from his caring responsibilities.
Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1992 following abdominal pain. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb, and chemotherapy. Recurrences treated with further chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Bowel surgery needed to treat blockages.
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