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moving forward
Hi everybody! My latest update is that my onc will be giving me a physicians's referral to MD Anderson in Houston. I pray to God that they can help me. Terri
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find out where it is tomorrow
Hi Guys. Boy, yesterday I was feeling so powerful and optimistic. Today.... I went for my CT today and tomorrow go for bloodwork etc and have the big talk with the oncologist. I find out exactly where it is. I'm scared. My nausea has dissapated, but i have pain in my gut. I pray for good news. anyone have it in the GI?…
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I'm taking the chemo plunge.....
Tomorrow is the big day for me to start the Folfox regimen. I have 8 total treatments to get through. I was nervous there for awhile thinking about all the side effects of the chemo cocktail, but oh well. This cocktail will hopefully keep me cancer free. Wish me luck! P.S. I'm so glad for this site. All of you are a…
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Lung Issues - HELP !!!!
To make a long story short. I have Stage II NO/MO colon cancer. Removed tumor on 10 July 06 and started the FLOFOX Regime of Oxaliplatin, 5FU and Leucovorin on 18 August 06. My 4th treatment was postponed until 6 October due to low WBC count. I have been an avid exerciser for 15 years. Serious weight lifting and jogging. A…
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Need Positive Thoughts
Need any positive thoughts or stories! My dad, who has stage IV colon cancer (diagnosed May 2002) has been on a continuous pattern since diagnosis. According to his oncologists, his CEA is a good marker for him. Recent history - major liver surgery in October 2005 to remove three spots (cut off left side of liver, oblated…
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this site sucks...just spent 30 minutes trying to access it to reply to a needy poster...fix it!
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My Husband's Battle is Over
With a heavy heart, I must tell you that my husband lost his fight with cancer early yesterday morning. I'm grateful that he is no longer in pain. On the otherhand I'm broken-hearted and hurting terribly. I don't know how I'm going to make it if the Lord doesn't help me. I feel like a candidate for a breakdown. Please…
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Gas causes Cancer part2
Hi everyone, I don't post near as much as I would like to. But I am doing pretty good. I have scan next week after finishing chemo in March this year and having ileostomy reversed in May. In effort to eat better, I am consuming legumes more than meat. But man they do not like me. this is not a new thing. I have had a…
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Am I the ONLY ONE who gained weight? :)
I have to to admit that when I knew I was diagnosed in 3/05 with Stage III, 1 lymph, no mets,I thought at least with the chemo I would lose the extra 10 pounds I always carry around with me. But NOOOOOOOO!!!! I gained 30 lbs and have not been able to take it off. True, I was thrown into menopause which usually causes…
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Stacy is now CANCER FREE!!!!!!!
That's right folks. One of a few on this board that "built" this site and what it stands for and means to the rest of us today is celebrating her 5th year of NED tomorrow, which means she is NOW CANCER FREE!!!!!!! 5 years ago tomorrow, she went in for rectal cancer surgery and during the surgery, they realized it had…
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Life after chemo
Hi Everyone, I wanted to post something else good that has happened since chemo. Just a quick bio. I was dx Dec 19, 2006 with tumor out Dec. 20, 2006. Stage 3, 1node, no mets. I was on Folfox and finished 9/12 treatments due to neuropathy and other issues. Now to the good part. LOL. My other issues were the chemo was…
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low platelets count update
I post a message about a week ago about my low count, today my count went from 39 to 177, so thank God I was able to received my fourth treatment, thanks to all of you that answered my post, because I could find out at that point that this has happened to other people and is common.Lots of hugs to all of you.
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cancer is back/need positive stories
Well after almost 2 months of ct's and byopsies..i just got the newsw...is positive,2 spots in 2 lymph nodes...trying to get an appt. at MD anderson. Mt appt with my oncologist is on the 9th. Need some positive words.. Thanks and God bless... Ileana
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Low WBC; Rescheduled 4th Treatment
I was scheduled to receive my 4th FLOFOX regime on 29 September 06, but found out that my Neutrophil (WBC)was too low (.7). Normal range is 1.8 - 7.4. My total WBC was 3.4 which wasn't too bad. So now the 4th treatment is scheduled for Friday, 6 October and my LAST session is now 26 Jan 07. QUESTION: I now alot of people…
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first post
Thank you for your post. I am happy to see someone respond and offer me some hope that despite the long term ordeal, there might be a therapy that works. I really appreciate your thoughts. Lortex52
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just out of the hospital
Hi everybody! I went to the emergency room on Thursday night with severe stomach cramps. It turned out I had a small bowel obstruction. Because it wasn't complete, I was in the hospital for 3 days; I was on IV fluids, then clear liquids, then soft foods. The pain has really been so much better. I also had a CT scan. I…
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panitumumab or Vectibix, sounds promising
I was just about to post a question regarding this new chemo drug when I saw the one below - Vectibix is the exact same thing. Has anyone tried this?? One of Mark's oncologists mentioned this in passing before he signed the papers for his current trial which will be starting soon. After much research, this sounds much…
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Did you guys hear about this?
Hi all, I thought some of you might be interested in learning about this: http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2006/09/27/hscout535192.html
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When will I stop pooping
I know almost all of you have experienced a resection. I had mine about 5 months ago. I must say I'm getting a little frustrated with the healing process. I had a few setbacks which has made my healing time much longer but I just wanted to hear stories from other people on how their surgery went. I still go to the bathroom…
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first post
I've been reading posts for a while and found them to be so helpful and thoughtful. My husband was diagnosed 11/05 and has been on chemo since: FolFuri (Avastin for 8 mos and now Erbitux--3 treatments so far). Colon tumor is situated just below the liver (position name?)with a large liver met 10 cent.+ on rt. lobe and 2…
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Made the decision, Wish me luck!
For those who have been following, I am stage 4, had colectomy, moderately differentated 9/1 found 1 liver met with PET and CT. My CEA right now is 10. I went to UCSF and Stanford to get opinions. One said surgery right now the other said 3 months chemo then surgery.I have made a decision to go with the 3 month of…
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Juicing and chemo advice needed
I am starting chemo next week and am looking for good advice on diet during this time. I want my immune system strong!
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just diagnosed sounds bad. help.
5 days ago I was diagnosed with metastisized cancer of the bowel. I go in for a ct scan in 3 days. I think it is also in my stomach because I have been having nausea for about 10 days. I fear I am dying. I am trying to be hopeful, but I have three daughters and I am so messed up. Has anyone experienced a diagnosis like…
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Update on my scan
I had a CT scan done and they see a spot on my spine. So today I had a MRI done. On Monday I will be calling my onc to see what's next! I'm hoping for all good news but what ever it is I'll see you guys in Halifax!