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Great News ! (I think)
Hi Everyone, My mom went in for her chest and CAT scan results yesterday. (for those who don't know, she was diagnosed as stage III in Jan 2003). The doctor said she was all clear - yipee ! But, then she said "we see the same mark at the juncture of the large and small intestine that we saw in February 2005, which is…
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2007 COLONDARS ARE OUT
Check them out - http://www.colonclub.com/colondar.html This year's cast of characters include college students, a vetrinarian (and CSN member?), an attorney (no comments, you'll hurt Runner Z's feelings), and a former NBA player. Good stuff! - SpongeBob
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Answer for Steelerfan
Steelerfan~ My Dad went for a regular check up -- the first in many years. Since he had never had a colonoscopy, his doctor recommended that he do so. Thank God he did! Not only did my Dad not have any symptoms, but he exhibited none of the risk factors associated with colon cancer. Also, he had no family history of colon…
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Symptoms/age when diagnosed
Hi All~ I think something was posted at one time relating to this, but I was unable to locate. I am interested in learning at what age people are being diagnosed and if they had any symptoms. In January 2004, my Dad was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer at the age of 59. He had NO symptoms. I am happy to report that…
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Question about blockages in colonoscopy
Talked to a lady the other day who told me she just had a colonoscopy and it was interrupted cuz the doc ran into a "blockage." She said the doctor didn't seem concerned about this and she sees him again this week. He made no mention to her of possible cancer. I just advised her to keep her appointment. I am worried for…
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Abdominal blockages
Hi all, Although I don't post often I do read everyones messages daily. I am here to vent today. I am currently NED 2 years 7 months now from stage 3. However, as some of you may remember, I suffer with occassional blockages. I had a bowel resection for this last year and I still get them every now and then. Sometimes I…
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Stage II Colon Cancer
I am a 42 year old mother and wife and had emergency colon cancer surgery on 10 July 06. According to my path report and doctors my cancer was diasgonsed at Stage II with NO lympth node involvement and no signs of spreading. Cancer and surgeon doctors both recommended the FOFLOX Regime which is Osaliplatin w/Leucovorin and…
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Coming to the end of my chemo
Hi everyone, I hope you don't mind me joining you. I'm from England, am 38 years old and was diagnosed with colorectal cancer Nov '05. I had to have my entire colon removed due to numerous polyps as well as the tumour (I don't have a "bag" though, which surprises many people). It had also spread to my lymph nodes but not…
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Hello everyone
How are you all doing ... Good I hope I have a question is it common for colon cancer to spread to the spine? Thanks everyone HUGS!
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1st onc suggestions for Stage 4
Thanks for all your great advise everyone. The first onc basically said treatment wise Folfox + Avastin for the 1 met in your right lobe (2.8 cm. They will continue this and moniter the tumor. Then transfer me to UCLA to a liver surgeon for surgery or radiofrequency abilation. The met is on the back side and to get to it…
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back to the board
Hi everyone - I was looking over the posts and see lots of new names. I needed to take a leave of absence to find lots of good energy.... and then I traveled for a bit. I had some crazy medical stuff go on, but it is all ok. My last CEA was elevated, but I refuse to get excited about it. I will get another CT in 3 weeks to…
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'Normal Brain'---NAKED HAPPY DANCE!!!!
Got the results today....MRI says normal brain....no mets!!!! Now, I want NO COMMENTS about my normal brain...I HAVE IT IN WRITING!!!!!!! YEA YEA YEA YEA YEA YEA YEA!!!! Naked happy dance....WHEW! Hugs, Kathi
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Good news so far..........
I went for the scope and all went well until he went to make that last bend downwards and the scope would not flex enough and i was hollaring ouch(even though i was out of it) he said he sees that sometimes in women and especially thin women. SOOOOOOOO, he said he was gonna send me for a barium enema to look at the last…
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See onc today
I had sugery 2 weeks ago. Tumor and 18" of colon removed stage 2a (no lymps). I see the onc today to talk about chemo. I've talked to him once and because of my age (54 - young) and size of tumor (big) the thinking is that 6 months of chemo would provide some benefit (fu4/folfox). I think most of the discussion today will…
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PET Scan results
I spoke last night with the surgeon about the PET scan results. There is some hope but it is a long road. The scan shows that there is 1 cancerous tumor in my liver. This puts me at Stage 4 colon cancer. They could not get it out this last surgery because of the location on the back of my liver. That staging determines…
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CAT scan results...
Hi everyone, Well, just want to let all of you know that my dad is NED for sure this time!!! For those who are new, my dad was diagnosed last December with stage III cc, then restaged to IV in March with two liver mets. He has been on chemo since March (standard treatment-5-fu,leuco,oxy, avastin then switched to xeloda and…
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A MUST read for cancer patients!
I just finished reading Ty M. Bollinger's new book, "Cancer -- Step Outside the Box" and I honestly could not put this book down! I really thought my first post here would be about my 27 year old son being diagnosed with colon cancer, stage IV with mets to the liver, but instead I wanted to pass this on to all of you…
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Those Lovely Medical Bills
I was just wondering if anyone has ever planned a fundraising event to raise money to help pay those medical bills. My dad is a stage 4 colon cancer patient for the past 3 years. I am trying to help my parents pay off the current 15,000 owed, thanks to our lovely insurance system. I tried researching but don't know where…
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superior vena cava syndrone
I have svcs do to a blood clot that formed, blocking my port. The port has been removed due to the symptoms of swelling in the chest, neck, and face, but I can't find anything on the web that tells me how long it takes for all of the swelling to subside. Anyone ever had this? My onc said to hold off on bending over very…
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chug a lug.................
Tomorrow is the big day! say a prayer for me that all will be normal! I am a nervous wreck! I just ate breakfast and that will be it until after my procedure tomorrow. My appointment is at 8 am. I start my first drink at 3pm today followed by another at 6. I will update you all tomorrow after the procedure! Danielle
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sleep?
I find I can not sleep well at night. I woke up last night wet with sweat. I take a tylenol PM instead of Vicodin 1 week after my surgery to remove the tumor. I am just a mess waiting for results Tuesday from the PET scan. I know I have at least one 2 cm lession on my liver in a difficult location to access. I pray, read…
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Lynch Syndrome?
I'm looking for other cancer patients that have been diagnosed with HNPCC (Lynch Syndrome).
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In the News - genetics
Scientists tie about 200 genes to cancer The Associated Press Published: September 7, 2006 Last Modified: September 7, 2006 at 01:55 PM WASHINGTON (AP) - Scientists mapping genetics of two of the nation's leading cancers have found almost 200 mutated genes in breast and colorectal tumors, many of them never before…
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Tick Tock...
Has anyone looked at the calendar? DO YOU REALIZE THE RATE FOR THE HOTEL IN HALIFAX CAN NO LONGER BE GUARANTEED AFTER TOMORROW?!?!??!?!?! If you need the details, read my post entitled "JUST DO IT!!!" It tells about what you need to do to secure your place on our field trip to Halifax, Nova Scotia. You really will regret…
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colon cancer
I recently had an allergic reaction to Oxaliplatin. Has anyone else had a reaction and if so, what was recommended as a replacement treatment?
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Prayers for a friend...
Hi everyone, My friend's mother is suffering from liver cancer and has only been given weeks to live. She is in liver failure and was told that there is nothing that can be done for her. My friend is pregnant and trying to stay calm for her baby, but through my own experience, I know how difficult that can be. I'm asking…
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Hoping for 'Canceritis'
MRI was done this morning bright and early, 8 am....I got to pick the radio station...and, but for the trouble breathing when the contrast was injected, all went well. The tech said I would know within 2 days.....speedy service! So, then went to my primary care, still having trouble with my 'special' breast...red, warm,…
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Hello! Update and Question
Hello all, long time since I have posted, but I do check the boards quite often. Some of you may remember that my wife Kim was diagnosed stage IIIC colon cancer in Sept. 04. There have been some difficulties and false alarms but as of today she is NED and we are thankful. I do have a question for the experts here, however.…
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Friday Giggles from Indis!
Hi Guys: Greetings from Chennai, India! Here's wishing you a great weekend! Cheers, Ying ------------------ One Side of a Phone Call between James Bond... Hallo? Is this Giganta? Giganta Crotchetta? Oh, grand! It's Bond. James Bond? O07? Shaken not stirred? Tuxedo? The trunk-sized jet pack? We had a run in with an Austrian…
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Sugar
I've seen a lot of references on this list that sugar is related to cancer. I love ice cream, cakes, sweets, etc. I had rectal cancer. Can anyone refer me to information relating sugar to cancer?