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SURGERY ON THURSDAY
I am very nervous about the surgery and the pain that is in involved . I have rectal cancer had 6 weeks of rad and chemo shrunk tumor but still have to have a resection and wear a bag.I know I will have an ostomy nurse and she will teach me how to take care of it.I go into the hospital on the 25TH and surgery on the 26TH…
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NED! Stage IV
Well, I had my PET scan done on Wednesday, but I don't see my oncologist for the results until April 1. Lisa suggested I get a copy of the results before then, so I went by and got a copy. Bottom line, I am still NED! "No evidence for recurrance/metastatic colorectal carcinoma." I am feeling very blessed and want to say…
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Got Scope Done
Yesterday I went in for my scope and the doctor was very pleased with the shrinkage and look of the tumor. My husband could see the monitor but I was faced away. Doctor said that the radiation/chemo did an excellent job and there is hardly anything left of the tumor. He also stated that when he did the rectal that he…
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NanaB, How are you?
Wondering how you are doing. I've got a doctor's appointment Monday and am making really good banana pudding for him. I always read the receipes you post. I hope you are doing well. Usually, you have quite a few posts and haven't seen as many lately. I read that your hands are turning colors. I have a few spots, but…
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Lance Armstrong Foundation
I'm a frequent reader but seldom post. You all give great information and I'm grateful. There is a good video on Lances' foundation blog...."What would you say to cancer, given the chance?" livestrongblog.org. You may need to scroll down to March 18th posting. Take care Fran
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The good and bad of my day
I'll get the "bad" out of the way. So far, it's really only an uncomfortable and a bit of a worrisome thing. I had a mammogram today. Never fun! Since I had a callback last year and ended up having a core needle biopsy, I'm a little worried. I don't want to go through that again. Makes me too manic! Now for the good! Today…
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Desire to eat
I'm not sure what the problem is. I want to eat but most of the time food doesn't taste right, therefore, I eat less. I find myself saying I'm full & I truly am. Food is "yuck" to me. On that note, I'm finding out their theory, secretly, is that something is going on. I feel great otherwise, I simply can't eat much, it…
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question about reoccurring rectal cancer
I am having surgery in 6 days I have 2 opinions the tumor shrunk and can be taken out through the rectum and come back later for a resection with a bag now I have a low laying tumor at end of rectum soft tissues T2 cancer. I have been told this type of tumor will come back what I would like to know if any one here has had…
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Name something that gives you great comfort
Everyone here on the boards knows that there is great comfort in being able to share our journeys with others who are going through the same or very similar journeys. But at the end of the day, we still have those times when we wonder... "Do I really know what I'm going through here??" At those times, what do you do to…
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FRIDAY RIDDLE IS BACK - YA!!!!!!!!!
RIDDLE: What english word means burning wood when you take away the first letter of the word? The answer will be posted (hopefully) by the following Monday.
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It's my birthday
Today is my 58th birthday, and I just want to say it's a great day, the weather is good, and I feel good. I'll Start my 3rd treatment of Folfox on Monday, Life is good, and the reason is God is good. He blessed me to wake up another day, and I am so thankful. I have a great family and they are supporting me thru this. Also…
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It's Been Awhile - HELLO
It's been awhile and I apologize, but not having a computer at home and loosing my job in October 08 left me to the usage of my local library computer weekly which basically led to 4-5 hours of job searching on a weekly basis. I have found a temp position that should last about a year, but I continue to look for full-time…
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?? about liver enzymes
My liver enzymes were up after after my 1st chemo and were down on Monday. I went in on Wednesday and couldn't have chemo because my white count was low. The P/A just called to say my liver enzymes from Wednesday were back up. I'll be tested again on Tuesday and we'll 'discuss this on Wednesday'. I'm scared to death! I do…
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Immune System Shot?
Hi All, I hope all of you are hanging in there and fighting the good fight. I pray for all of you every day. I do have a question for the veterans (although I consider myself a veteran, also.) Since chemo (ended in February 2007), I have had a lowered immune system. I seem to catch every infection that comes down the pike.…
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HOPE
Hi, I went with my husband for his colnoscopy today.. everything looked great, the site where the reconnection was is wide open, no polyps no sign of cancer. Thank God. Now on for the removal of his liver met next week. But I wanted to share this story.. I met a woman there, and its been 16 YEARS since her dx of colon…
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Hemp Oil....
Has anyone ever heard of this Rick Simpson and his cure for cancer? check out this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjhT9282-Tw what do you think? it's black and looks scary. There is 7 parts to this video, I just haven't watched them all yet, but it's pretty interesting.
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hnpcc
A while ago i was looking at angels pathology report from a tissue sample of the tumor in jan and he has some mismatch dna with micro instabilty , Now his mother had cancer on the right side at the age of 50 and angels was on the right side age of 50 now i have 2 sons 31 and 32 I think angels cancer is heriditary so i am…
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We try to beat it back once again!!
Hi, I am new to this site but I find it very supportive and informative. The reason I am here is because of my dad who had Colorectal cancer two and a half years ago and now it is back. When it was found the first time it was stage 1 and contained they said. After surgery and the colostemy and no lyphnodes showing cancer,…
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NED?
Will someone tell me what that stands for. I know it's a good thing but can't remember the correct terms. Thanks. Sandy
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Now I'm mad as hell
I was diagnosed with advanced colorectal cancer when I was 38. I'm now 40. I got lucky (so far) and it was caught at stage III. I had a met to one node nearest to the 6cm tumor. Chemo, surgery, more chemo seemed to have worked, and it was by luck alone that this didn't kill me. Simply, it was caught in time. Symptoms…
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Question for colostomies
I do have a question about my new colostomy. I have actually only been on solid food for about 2 days. How long before an actual bowel movement? I am VERY gassy but I keep thinking I should have a bowel movement soon? I just don't want to get constipated on top of everything else. Any thoughts?
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I am finally home from surgery
Hello everyone - I am finally home from surgery #1 - my colorectal and colostomy. I was in the hospital for 8 days and I am so glad to be home. I think what made my recovery a little slower was the stomach flu bug I had the weekend before. And I got a gas bubble stuck for about a day and 1/2. Now....I am overwhelmed with…
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To Shayenne...about folfiri
Please do your own research on this matter, but I will say some things about folfiri. From what I've read, if you are going to respond to folfiri you will do so within the first 2-3 treatment or not at all. Also from what I gather, even if you do respond the benefits of Camptosar are only effective during the first 2-3…
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Buzzard you must be done!
Hi Buzzard, It's 10:45am here so I figure it is 2:45 or later where you are. That must mean you're done! Fabulous! You did it and have provided inspiration and support to so many along the way! Thinking of you and clear everything from here on out. Aloha, Kathleen
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UPDATED: Liver enzymes perfect, white count too low for chemo #3
Doctor was very pleased that my liver enzymes and all other tests are 'perfect' but my white count was only 500. I was told to avoid enclosed public places for at least 3 or 4 days and given masks to wear if I absolutely HAVE to go into a store. Also, the doctor has decided to decrease my dosage because I'm very tiny and…
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opened my eyes
I watched Montel Williams on Oprah telling about his daily struggle and pain from MS every day. It was very much the struggle many cancer patients and survivors endure everyday. He was not giving up and was doing everything he knew to do to beat that illness. My motto is I live everyday In The Moment. I am cancer survivor…
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I have Itching
I am now in to my 4Th week of healing from radiations burns and I am itching like crazy has any one had that problem if so what did you use I soak tried A&D cream baby powder with aloe vra with vitamins E and lotions and they do not work now most of my itching is when i am laying down resting or trying to sleep can you…
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Mom's having trouble with this 'fight'
Well, Mom has finished round 5. She had no good days between round 4 and 5- she ended up having everything reduced by 20% except the nausea meds for round 5. She still is having trouble with severe diarrhea- even with taking meds. Her onc said that all her symptoms are 'classic 5FU'- which from reading posts here I thought…
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started Folfox today
Hi Everyone, **** started Folfox6 today. He ended up not being in the Stage III Erbitux study which simplified things. He went to our local hospital and was able to drive himself there and back. He was there for about 4 hours. He did not have a bolus 5Fu, instead they are doing it all over 48 hours. He has been home for 3…
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Mammogram
I just went in for my mammogram today - it's been a year, but my radiation oncologist said make sure I get it done this month before surgery so I did. I have been so nervous about this. My mom died from breast cancer at 56 and I'm 50. Last year and two years before that I received a call at home telling me I had to come…