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Colorectal Cancer

Archives for June 2010

Stopping 5-FU while it’s still working?
First time poster, long time reader here. I was dx’d Stage IV with numerous unresectable liver metastases in Jan ’10, and am going on my 10th treatment of FOLFOX plus Avastin. I’ve had decent tumor and CEA response so far, but am still unlikely to ever be resectable (though I’m getting another opinion from MSKCC soon).…
Numbness, how long does it last
I have been having alot of numbness and tingling in my fingers and toes and i havent been on Chemo since Janurary 2010. I know its a side effect of the Xeloda and i really had ir bad while taking the meds, but dos it ever go away??
Happy Birthday
As most of you know, Sunday was National Cancer Survivors day. I personall attennded the luncheon in our town, It was a very nice event, good food, and cake, and door prizes, I must say i was shocked at the number of survivors attending the event from such a small rural area, and i was told several werent able to attend…
cancer has returned
I had a bowel resection and colostomy last Nov. Just found out 2 days ago that cancer has returned. Cat scan shows several enlarged lymph nodes in abdominal cavity. Anyone here who is going through this and can offer words of wisdom or help?? I'm new on here
You won't believe this story
I was in Cabo San Lucas last week and on the last day had terrible constipation followed by huge bloating, severe chest pains and hard time breathing. Ended up in mexican ER and the next flight out home to northern ca. Went to ER here and had numerous tests........they found an inflammation on my resection spot that might…
Pets
Hello Again, I am doing pretty well with my chemotherapy. I still smile and view each day as a gift. I have a question. Now that I am going through Chemotherapy, do I have to get rid of my cats due to the kitty litter? Please advise. Peace and Blessings, Karen
PET scan
I have been undergoing chemo for almost 2 years with only a few breaks because of personal reasons, I have had a CT scan or a Pet scan every 3-4 months and they seem to keep telling me the same thing. There rectal area shows active disease, but I was also told the lymph nodes in my chest showed positive for a year and when…
I'm new here.......
Hi, I'm new here and just wanted a place to get some information and support. My mother who is 91 was diagnosed with Stage 3 (4 lymph nodes) Colorectal Cancer in August. She had part of her colon removed and now wears a colostomy bag. She is doing fine and living at home by herself. I go over there and do things for her…
T3 and transanal excision - anyone whom had this and can report in?
Greetings, came across a few studies on this and am curious on those whom had T3 rectal and transanal excision to remove, how long ago it was and what your experience was in terms of reoccurrence, etc? These studies have a small sample size, so I know this is not standard of care as generally APR or LAR the recommendation.…
CEA ACCURATE CANCER DID GROW
Well DR visit wasnt good my cancer did grow from 7 centimeters to 11.5 centemeters. so I have to go to cleveland this Tues. my DR cant do anymore cause I have the mutant genes. at least dr here is aggressive and they got me into cleveland a lot quicker then I was supposed to get in. I am dealing with it ok its a…
Please help me!!!!
I would like to chaqt with someone that knows a little about finding Polypes!
Finding Polypes
I have recently discovered, what I think is a Polype. It feels like a cyst growing from the inside but swelling to the outside. It is right above the rectum. It is causing pain and discomfort. Could this be a Polype? Please give me some feed back! thank You
abraxane and avastin results
I've had three treatments which equals one full cycle. This past week was my week off. My Dr called today and my CEA fell by almost 50%. Hopefully it will continue to fall, I look forward to treatment on monday. The side effects are bearable and only last a couple of days. Who knows, maybe I'll be ready for some form of…
have watery stool
I had another surgery on April 26TH do to radiations damage done to the small intestine and got a track infection and was put on Spipro [spelled that wrong] 500mg 2 time a day and I have had watery stool scene I have a colostomy well today the Dr had me go to the Lab and give them a sample cause this is not normal I think…
Reading Room - Coping with Financial Challenges
Coping with Financial Challenges A diagnosis of cancer can create added financial challenges and stress for the person diagnosed and his or her loved ones. CancerCare will help you find assistance and offers helpful resources, including: The Financial Edition of A Helping Hand, the Resource Guide for People with Cancer, a…
Good News
Got Hank's PET/CT results today, no evidence of metastatic disease! Meaning the multiple liver mets found on his original scan are completely gone! The scan still indicated some moderate metabloic activity in the primary site, but the Dr kept reiterating that everything else is disease free! The Dr and Nurse Practicioner…
Road kill, and the game warden
Yesterday my husband and I and my 18 year old son were driving down the road, I commented on the amount of road kill there was and we ( my husband and i talked) about the road kill we had seen, there has been alot of deer lately I said and he pointed out an armadillo in the middle of the road, trying not to hit it agian, I…
Seven years WOW
Hi to all my buddies, I used to post alot on this forum---but haven't lately. I was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer on 3/17/2003. I can't believe it has been 7 years. The first few years were rough, but I am doing well now. Life will never be the same. My kids were 14, 17, and 21 when I was diagnosed. They are now 21,…
Last round of chemo - CHECK!!!!!
Hello everyone, It has been a few weeks since I have been out here. I have been tired, sick, fatigued, busy, and oh yes ............... HAPPY!! Last week, on Tuesday to be exact, I finished chemo # 12 of 12! I cannot believe I made it all the way through! I was so ready to give up around #8. Even though I had kept a…
Jim is still running low grade fever
Surgery was the third of May. He came home and went back in because of a fever. They treated him with antibiotics and sent us home. We went back on the 27th and the Doctor took the drain out and by then he was having alot of pain in his back. He says it's sharp when he takes a deep breath. Then on the first of May we had…
Folfiri w/Erbitux starts Monday 6/7
Hey, guys and gals. I've been hanging out here for a while, I've learned a lot, much to put me at ease. Here's my story: http://geetar-dave.livejournal.com/ For those who don't want to read that whole long-winded thing, diagnosed 1/09, large tumor in colon, one spot on liver, both removed. 6 months Folfox with Avastin…
"Stage II and stage III colon cancer patients treated after 1995 have improved overall survival..."
Article is about 5-FU based chemo after complete surgical removal of tumor. Though true for some, not all tho..... As per medicalnewstoday.com for those interested in a little more info....
Liver resection Sugery Next Friday June 11th
Well, the day is fast approaching. I realized during my recent travels that it would be the last time of easy security screening. Next time I will have a titanium HAI pump inside me and that will light up the airport scanner. I will be given a card, but I am sure there will be delays. Anyone else deal with this? I will…
Fatigue
I had colorectal CA in 2006 (the year I turned 50) with oral chemo, radiation and a full completment of post surgical radiation after surgery. I was an active female, playing sports, hiking, etc before the treatments. I lost a lot of weight, and thus a lot of muscle mass while in treatments, but as soon as I could I went…
Family update
I would like to thank everyone who responded to the concern regarding my daughter's attitude in the "Family" subject. I am so thrilled to tell you that I received an email from her this morning offering any and all help I will need prior, during and after my surgery. She will be with me the day I come home, will take me to…
Any idea what chemo is after FOLFOX
Just talked to onc., appointment Monday. Any advice for questions to ask? Had liver resection cancelled last Wednesday after mets found on diaphram. Mets were removed but surgeon is sending us to onc. for more chemo. My husband was dx'd May 09 with stage 4 rectal cancer, mets to liver. Has not had surgery for primary…
Friday Riddle
Remember NO GOOLGING or SEARCHING the Internet allowed and good luck !!!!!!!!!!!!! RIDDLE: You have 10 trees and you have to plant them in five rows but each row must contain 4 trees. How is this possible?
Thought of the Day
Thought for the Day “You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
California, Here We Come!
can't wait...My youngest son (20), my Boyfriend, and I will be going to San Diego to vacation with my 2 older sons (30, 31); we rented a condo on the bay side. We'll all be together which is a rarity. My 3 sons, 2 daughters-in-law, and 2 granddaughters (2yrs, 8 mo, and 3 1/2). My oldest son and his family live in Germany;…
update on me
I was going to post this last night, but the site started being really slow, and I gave up. I saw my doctor yesterday, and he gave me a prescription for hydrocodone for pain. I can only take that at night, because it knocks me right out. My good doctor also gave me the kindly talk about stress reduction, which is something…

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