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Farah
I just received an email from our local news stating that Farah has lost her fight. Debbie
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good news bad news
CEA is 89, cell search is 1. My new regimen: .25 mg Aloxi, 20 mg decadron, 547 mg avastin, 1g/1g cal/mag, 908 mg leucovorin, 193 mg oxaliplatin, 908 mg 5fu, 1g/1g cal/mag, 5448 mg 5fu
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Reaction to Oxy
Have others out there had allergic type reactions to Oxy ?? My 6th treatment I experienced a severe reaction. When I went in for #7 my onc said he was taking me off of it. I talked with him about treating the reaction before I received the Oxy and he agreed. So I got the Oxy and sure enough. I had another reaction. Not…
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chemo is dripping
I'm getting my treatment now, They're giving me two new drugs this time around. Neither fight cancer. I forgot how absolutely ridiculous I find this. 5fu is the, at best, semi-effective poison, oxaliplatin is a booster, avastin kinda works. Then they give you four drugs to keep you from experiencing complete discomfort.…
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New cancer treatment shows ‘great promise’
I saw a piece on the news about this which looked promising. The question is WHEN do we get it???
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Metronomic delivery of chemo
I just got some information about metronomic delivery of chemo agents and found it interesting. I do not remember reading much of this in the last year so here it is. Essentially what I gleaned was that with drugs like avastin or even chemo drugs when given at large dosages it does or can destroy certain cells but in the…
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FDA, Cancer, Money, Kanzius
I get the first chemo treatment of my 3rd cycle today. This just burns me up, so I just need to write some thoughts down. This whole Kanzius, gold nano particle thing really isn't a new idea. Gold nano particles have been around for decades and they have been researched for cancer treatment for many years. In fact, there…
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Blood Test Question
I have to get a blood test before my next chemo session. I am assuming this is protocol before every session??? Also, if counts are not up to par do they still let you have chemo or what happens then??? Thank u Jennie
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Thanks for your support of my sister in law. But the bad news continues
Update on Linda Penny: She's now in surgery recovery from her brain surgery. Apparently the tumor grew so much in the past 12 days that the doctor thought it best to go after it. Is is a glioblastoma. He got most of it, but some of the "tendrils" remain and that's the bad news. Her family is with her and naturally…
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This site has some good healthy recipes, and not so healthy
You will have to go through them but there are some vegan recipes. http://www.tastespotting.com/
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Scary Day
Well, I have a tendency to have days turn out way different than I thought they would, and today was one of those days. Last night I was in agony again with strong abdominal pains. I tried to "gut" it out, but ended up going to the ER early this morning. The ER doc gave me morphine and such for pain and nausea and said he…
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need good karma
good evening semi's, i am asking for good karma for my daughter. she is having a rough time in nursing school. she is a great young woman and i want her to get thru this. so please semi's if you could spare some karma i do appreciate it. be well never,ever give up!! bruce
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Some good news & Clinical Trials ???
Hi all, We met with my husband's oncologist for the first time yesterday. The PET scan showed no more than we already know about - just multiple (approx 11) mets to the liver - no other organs involved so far. They gave him some new meds for the nausea and decided not to start chemo until he is a little stronger - approx…
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holiday weekend affecting chemo treatment
I just found out that I will not get my chemo treatment next week because the cancer center is closed on Friday, July 3rd and can't disconnect me o that day. My insurance will not approve my getting chemo a day early, which would allow me to get disconnected on Thursday, the 2nd. I can't say this bothers me because I go on…
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The GIFT of Helping One Another
I just had a beautiful experience just happen to me that I wanted to share with everybody. I just got in from work and my doorbell rang. One of my neighbors offered to help MOW my lawn for me this Friday, a day he was taking off. I've got a big corner lot with a big yard, so this is no small task. I've never been one to…
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What is the Kanzius machine?
Some people referenced a "Kanzius machine" in a recent post (Eric's, I believe) & some were asking if anyone knew when it would be possible for human trials in the Kanzius machine. Who can fill me (and others) in on what this is? As we all are, I'm always hopeful in looking forward to new treatments. Lisa
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PET SCAN RESULTS
He everybody, well it was an interesting day. Wendy and I went to my ONC office to get a copy of the results. I asked one of the girls there that I know and like very much if I could get a copy of the scan results. She said wait a minute and I will get back to you. Well we waited for about 10 minutes, and a different lady…
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4 3/4 years NED!
Hello everyone, I just wanted to give you an update for those of you who remember my CEA glitch a couple of months ago. I am happy to report that I just got my blood tests again. It took me 2 months to get up the nerve to go back and have it re-run, but I am glad I did because today I found out my CEA is "less than 0.5"!…
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Cancer more extensive than i thought
Just sat down and had my first detailed discussion with the oncologist. I thought my problem was confined to the liver but apparently it is all over my body. Pelvic,aortic,abdominal lymphs + abdominal cavity and fatty tissue. He gave me the non curable and putting out the fire speech. He did say it is still possible to…
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started with new onc and chemo center & update
Well, I did make the change- I saw my new oncologist for the first time a week ago Tuesday. I also consulted with the onc I had been wanting to change to at UCSD the following day. My new onc knew about this consultation w/ the other guy and was very open to it- said he shares patients back and forth with him and they…
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A few Tips from My Nurse Practitioner
Metamucil - bulks the stools. I highly recommend it! Metamucil contains a bulk-forming fiber without any chemical stimulants. The active ingredient, psyllium, is a harvested grain that absorbs and holds moisture. This causes the psyllium to swell, supplying the necessary bulk to help form an easily eliminated stool.…
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Planting a Tree for LIFE today...
My new Sterling Silver Linden Tree will be here in about an hour. This is my stand...a tree for my new LIFE. Hubby is happy because it will shade our hot, dry yard. To me it symbolizes a move forward. Pictures later when it's all done. It's a big tree...2 1/2 inch trunk and already about 12-15 feet tall (it will eventually…
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freaking kudzoo
I've been battling to a stalemate with kudzu for 3 years straight. For those of you unfamiliar with kudzu, it was introduce into the south during the great depression. The govt put people to work planting it alongside rivers and streams to help stop erosion. Well as it turns out the south is the ideal environment for the…
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irinotecan/CPT11/Folfiri side effects
Hi All, Does Irinotecan (= CPT-11, or Folfiri when with 5FU) have any particular side effects? (aside from "the usual" ie fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, low white blood counts)? I've been on may other chemo "cocktails" (5FU, FOLFOX +/- Avastin, Xeloda). I know all too well the side effects of oxaliplatin. Anything…
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#8
Well I am finishing up treatment #8. This time hasn't been bad except for the numbness in hands and feet. It has started in backs of my calves too. I get fanny pack unhooked tommorrow. I am going to see if we can reduce the dosage of the oxy next time, and see if that helps.I have noticed that several people can't finish…
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Stage 4 with 6 kids.....
Hello everyone, I am new here...I don't know what took so long but today I decided to search the web for some guidence and maybe a peace of mind. My girlfriend was diagnosed on Jan 24 with colon cancer. She had been complaining of a side pain for a month or so and I finally broke down and begged her to go to the doctors.…
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sleeping during chemo
I'm getting my first round on thursday. I like to sleep and relax while I'm on the pump. I haven't been told to do it but I think it helps. I think it's similar to a PET scan. I want my cells to be as inactive as possible so that the extremely active cancer cells will get a higher dose of the chemo. Of course this is just…
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Rectal Cancer Reoccurance
Hi all. My fiance was dx with rectal cancer almost 5 years ago a 5cm tumor covering 75% of his rectum, he did 6 weeks of constant infusion 5fu and radiation daily, by the time he went for surgery there were no cancer cells found, he had a colostomy for 2 years then a reversal. They classified him as a stage 2 post…
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>.<
Hello everyone, Some of you may remember me, who wrote up here a couple times about my mom. Well, I know it is quiet bad to write bad stuff up here where people are trying to be optimistic, but I need to, and I'm sorry in advance. Unfortunately, mom left me yesterday night...it is soooo hard to believe!!! I am very down,…
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Visitor Five Year Survivor Stage 4 ~
Hi everyone just wanted to visit and let everyone know I'm still around five years later.... Stage four with four liver mets. Went through a year of chemo/radiation/liver resection. I had adenomcarinoma ??? Diagnosed Feb. 04 did chemo April 04 til April 05. Have been NED every since no more chemo and no surgeries.... They…