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Colorectal Cancer

Archives for May 2010

Colon Cancer
Hi, This is my first time here. I was diagnosed a few weeks ago after having the colonoscopy and advised that I must have surgery to remove the cancerous polyp & possibly some lymph nodes. Besides a CT scan and blood tests which I had are there any other tests that you would recommend prior to the surgery. I also have…
What does it for you?
I've been thinking about something lately. As a cancer patient, what makes you feel most vulnerable? For me, it's any test where I have to stretch my arms over my head. It makes me feel like I'm giving up control of what's going to happen to me. It's a feeling of submission that makes me feel very small and scared. I'd be…
check up scans **UPDATE**
Hey All, Just a little post to ask that you keep me in your prayers for my upcoming scans (tomorrow June 1) its another check up, gosh 3 months really do go by fast, seems I just did this. Anyway, I am doing okay physically, had my back surgery to correct the disc, it appears to have worked, just healing slowly from the…
Reading Room - "Colon 101" - "You have to look before you flush!"
"Colon 101" The colon is one of the most important organs in the human body, but what does it do and why is it so important to make sure it's healthy? Gastroenterologist Dr. Anish Sheth breaks down what you need to know that could save your life. The colon Also known as the large intestine, the colon makes up the last 4 or…
New and Scared
I am new to posting, but have been reading the board for several months. My husband was dx 10/09 with Stage IV rectal cancer with mets to the liver. Surgery is not an option as he absolutely refuses to consider a colostomy! I should mention that he has been wheelchair bound for 9 years as the result of a stroke. We did 5…
Craig....(aka Sundanceh) did I miss
a post about your drs. visit? I think you said you were going the end of May and I haven't found where you reported in. If I missed your post feel free to direct me to it please. I am hopeful that he had some good news for you. I know that you don't keep secrets from your family here, so spill it!!!! I'm thinking maybe you…
life
Some weeks ago I was scared that my cancer had returned due to some higher than normal tests. My CT scan and pet scan came back normal. Yesterday, in the blink of an eye my one year old grand daughter felt down my basement stairs. We don't know how she opened the door and my wife was a half-step behind her when it…
worried and need to vent
I don't post a lot but do read the discussion boards daily. I'm just really bummed and worried as I sit here alone at my computer. I was dx in August of 09 with stage IV colon cancer with mets to liver. Started on Folfox Sept. 2 2009. After 6 rounds dr stopped oxi because of severe neuropathy and I continued on the rest of…
ER again!
Well, yesterday sucked. Bill and I have been keeping the grandchildren all week while mom and dad took a 4-day vacation (I keep them every day, anyway. Just added the nights!). Friday night was our last night, and we were looking forward to "freedom" on Saturday and planned on a nice lunch to launch our weekend. Ha! During…
Memorials
Forgive me if I missed the post this Memorial Day Weekend, but I didn't see anything like this posted as of yet this weekend and I know some had talked about starting a thread listing everyone we can recall whom we have lost on the colorectal board this past year. BTW, I did just notice today that CSN does have a general…
new here, colorectal mets to liver
Hello, my name is Debbie. i was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma 2 years ago and had my right kidney removed, then 6 months later was found to have a second primary cancer of colorectal and had colon resection with permanent colostomy. Had chemo and radiation and have been clear odf cancer for 2 years, then my CEA…
Reading Room: The Role of Probiotic Cultures in the Prevention of Colon Cancer
For those interested. http://csn.cancer.org/node/add/forum/128 Although research exists that links the consumption of probiotics and prebiotics with decreased risk of colon cancer, the studies can be sorted into those that most directly link consumption inversely with aberrant crypts or tumor development (animal studies)…
CA-19-9 level
My father had his follow up with onc dr. As I have said before he has IV colon cancer with mets to liver and lungs, no possibility of resections. The chemo has worked very well with few side effects, his bilirubin has gone from 8.8 to 1.1, his CA 19-9 marker has dropped from 2500 to 800. How bad is this CA-19-9 AT 8OO…
Frustrated, sad, worried...you name it
I havent been on here the last few weeks, as mom ended up back in the hospital with her obstruction from her original resection surgery April 14. She had another major surgery Thursday to correct the problem and is now in SICU again. Good news is the dr. fixed the problem and the spots on the liver hadnt changed since the…
update on Louann
well I have my room reserved in Houston and my angel flight will be set next week and started pain patch last week and supposed to get pain block shot Tuesday but patch made b/s go sky high ended up in ER stopped the patch and now I can't get the shot or pump so I will deal with it am excited about going for 2nd opion and…
Ports and thoughts about them
When I received chemo,we had discussions on ports, where most were, (our group had mostly right ones) and how long too keep them. I have heard such varying thoughts and haven't had that talk with my onc yet. I am Stage 3 off chemo for 1 year and so far no reoccur., but some onc nurses said people keep them forever for good…
Trials
Yeah! I finally got a call from UCSF and the insurance co. approved the clinical trials! I was really starting to get whinney, but feel better already! I heard from the nurse that I should be there Wed. to begin! Then I got a call from the clinical research coordinator (who is on vacation out of state) to confirm the…
normal and have a great weekend.
I went to my GP yesterday and for the first time in 6 years she had done "normal" blood work....you know cholesterol and good and bad cholesterol and blood pressure and stuff...she laughed and said we had been so concentrating on cancer that she didn't want me sick with some other middle-aged disease.....hah...everything…
New Babies
Check out my new babies on my expressions page.
J-pouch and possible radiation damage to my BM issues
I am a 2-yr survivor of rectal cancer. My rectum was removed and I then my doctor gave me a j-pouch. It's been 2-yrs and I'm still having intestinal issues. Both constipation & loose stools....and a huge sense of urgency. Sometimes, I feel like I cannot empty...which makes sense because the rectum is a muscle to aide in…
can being in sun a lot make CEA spike up a lot
Just a quick question my CEA went up from 25 to 179 in 3 weeks could being in the sun a lot make it spike like that Sheri22
Friday Riddle
Remember NO gooolging or SEARCHING the Internet allowed and good luck !! RIDDLE: My age is half of a perfect square. My age is 2 times a perfect square. My age is one-eighth of a perfect square. Reverse the digits of my age to get a perfect square.
Thought of the Day
“Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.” ~ Aesop
****'s home & Anniversary is Friday!
Hi Everyone, Well I picked **** up at the airport this evening and it is so good to have him home. My parents took great care of him in So Cal but it is wonderful having him home. The girls are happy to see their daddy and the dogs are thrilled. :) Tomorrow (Friday, 5/28) we will celebrate our 22nd anniversary. In the…
Kathryn in Mn
Hey, I don't want to spook you, but I was curious if you've had any run ins with ticks lately. The symptoms you described and their durations sound eerily close to Lyme Disease. I have some experience with it and it is easily treated with antibiotics if you begin treatment during or immediately after phase 1 of it's…
Calling all Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) patients
I will soon become a regular visitor to NYC and the MSK facility. I hope to have liver resection surgery and a HAI pump installed. This will require a 5-7 day hospital stay and visiting every 2 weeks for pump maintenance. I live in northern Connecticut. (3hrs drive) I would love to hear any comments and advice about the…
Lost my job! Bummer
Lost my job on Monday, so, I have a pet and ct scan scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. All I can say is that my ex major big employer is insane and I am coming after them fully loaded!!!
I just need to vent
Just got home from chemo an hour ago DRoffice caled said my CEA went from 25 to 179, guess the XLODIA isnt working either he set me up for CTscan tommorrow and I go back to see him Thurs I just seen him today not looking good right now I am really scared now keep me in your prayers I felt fine until now Sheri22
Jaw Pain
I could not find the previous postings for this topic but remember magnesium sulfate being recommended. I had this added to my cocktail but no difference was noticed except for a major headache
My latest scan results
I had my 3 month CT scan results reviewed with me by my oncologist on Tuesday. The bottom line is of my 4 liver tumours, only 1 is visible now; it was the largest one + is decreased by about 1/2 since I began this treatment. The affected nodes are either calcified, or smaller/stable. So good news overall, + I am continuing…

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