Now that the diagnosis is confirmed and 
the initial chemotherapy is underway or completed, you are probably wondering, 

"What's next?"  

This section focuses on providing information to help you charge at life with renewed vigor and determination. 

We all coped with this cloud by learning how to make each day the best.  You can choose to take control of your life or the alternative.  The choice is yours.  

Sudden menopause. 
As a result of surgery, especially after a hysterectomy, the removal of the reproductive organs, you will experience the sudden symptoms of menopause.  These will come on strong.  Ask your doctor for help.  

Constipation
Constipation can be a side effect from cancer and its treatment, there are certain things that you yourself can do to prevent or minimize constipation. 

Ask your Doctor or Nurse if you have any questions about constipation, or any other questions about your treatment.

Remember to check with your Doctor before you take any laxatives or stool softeners. 

Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is the gradual decline in bone mass with age, leading to increased bone fragility and fractures. The most common fractures associated with osteoporosis are fractures of the hip and the vertebrae.  Many gynecologic cancers, including ovarian cancer, removes a source of estrogen.  This means that women with gynecologic cancer should ask her doctor about osteoporosis risks.  

Sexuality
Women who have surgery to remove the uterus, ovaries, bladder, colon/rectum, or other organs in the abdomen or pelvis may experience more sexual dysfunction than women treated for other cancers.