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Colorectal Cancer

Archives for February 2011

Port Removal Party favors
I posted last week that as a stage IV (dx 9/11/06) I just had a clean ct scan 2 years POST chemotherapy. Well, I'm throwing myself a port removal party and made t-shirts for all my guests. Check out my Expressions page to see them...not a big fashion statement...but those who have been thru this journey with me will…
Hi people it's FRIDAY..What are your weekend plans???
I'm going to an Italian restaurant today, and tomorrow cinema....Black Swan! Hugs!
Its friday.
WHERES PEPE?
Chemo/Radiation prior to surgery done now can't sleep
Please help. I have now been done with the prior to surgery chemo/radiation for three weeks and for the last week I have been lucky to get 2 hours of sleep per night. I am not thinking of my cancer or surgery and have been really positive through this whole thing. I have high stage III (they initially diagnosed stage IV)…
Kidney Issues after radiation
I wanted to ask has anyone with Colorectal CA had any probelms with their bladder, kidneys and/or urteras(sp). I found out last year when they did a renal study, that my right kidney was not draining. So they put a stint in the urtera(sp). I was going back every 3 months to have it replaced. Then while being in the…
I admire my 8 yr old son/follow up appt with GI dr today
Earlier this afternoon I had a follow up appt with my GI dr. The visit went very well. Since my GI dr was not in town last year when the colorectal surgeron performed my last surgery he is going to call him so he can let me know how much colon I have left etc. I have to call him on Tuesday so he can let me know when I will…
My day?
Ok, most of you know that since my APR surgery that I had an episode after they removed the drain, and some are aware that I have continued to have drainage issues. While we were at the surgeon's office today he re-opened the wound (on purpose) causing me to bleed all over the table, and restarting the pain. He wants the…
Daughter's results are in
Two weeks my @ss. They called her today. Her cells are precancerous, she asked does this mean you burn them out (as they did with ex-husband's wife's)and they said no, they will just retest in 6 months. WHAT??? I guess neither of us understands cervical cancer, so studying needs to be done there. She also has bladder…
hello all from impactzone
It's ben almost 3 months and I just needed a break. I still would get on and read and offer prayers but after the third lung surgery, I just wanted or needed a break. I'm heading back to Stanford on tuesday to get an update. Wish everyone well and I am almost 5 years out now. Still tough and mean and loving life. For new,…
Hopefully this gives someone hope
Hi everyone sorry havent been on quite sometime yep ca is still here in bothe lungs but here is a short story I hope will help someone out there I was first dx about 7 years ago w colon ca had surgery folow up w maintance chemo stage II every thing was fine until about 3 yrs ago dx w stage IV colon ca had spread but it had…
Colon cancer mets to liver
Tumor appears in liver to be approximately 3.9 and growing. Received this info from medical records. Can anyone give me any additional info what this means. Drs are being very vague and sending to specialists.. Stage etc Thx
An amazing test at the naturopath's
I went yesterday back to the Center for Advanced Medicine (Encinitas, CA) to the naturopath for a post cleanse follow up visit and computer screening for allergies/sensitivities, metals, minerals, etc. I was really looking forward to this test because I have dealt daily with a runny/stuffy nose, itching, and asthma for…
Ex going to Dubai
My ex husband is asking me if I want any herb from Dubai...I have no idea what they have, but he said that they have a lot of fresh herbs and dried.......any of you know what herbs are grown there that pertain to cancer? I found a picture http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Deira_Souk_on_9_May_2007_Pict_1.jpg
Lisa42 - Gorgeous picture!
Hey Lisa42.... just had to mention that the new picture of you and your little dog is wonderful! You have such a gorgeous smile, it just lights up your whole face. And your little darling on your lap looks like he/she is full of attitude! I love that in little dogs :) :) Anywho... I haven't read through all he various…
NED
Does it mean No Evidence of Disease? Sorry I'm still new - thanks :-)
Drum Roll Please!
Our very own Buckwirth (Blake) now appearing on the CSN welcome page Celebrating Life pics along with our illustrious Old Coot Kerry S. Congratulations gents! Marie who loves kitties
"Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M. (A Tribute for John 'snommintj' and Our Community
In my ever-going search for music and lyrics that can be “adapted and applied” to our cancer journeys, I have found another song that so perfectly fits and describes how we have felt at one time or another since we all started this mess. The message is poignant and still relevant – the words are very deep, strong, and…
Brief article should be read, tho title more hype than called for:"World's first chemical guided mis
to wiping out cancer"......this date at physorg.com/print217158093.html
Folfox
Hi there... Last year I did Xeloda with no real side effects. My rectal cancer came back after a year and the oncologist is going to put me on a Folfox which they say is more agressive. I meet with him next week but was wondering if it is always Monday-Friday that you get the treatment or is it 2 days on and then 12 days…
vitamins/natural/herbs supplements
Can anyone suggest or recommend what supplements etc I could or should try?
Fecal Incont. (diapers)
I am currently in Remission or should I say my cancer is gone:). I had to have an ilesctomy(sp) done back in March 2009. In Januray 2010 they "reconnected" me. That was the time I was looking forward to, I was counting down the days, the months etc. Well since I had the reversal done, I had or have been having second…
Pain after disconnecting
Hello, Today I got disconnected from my second chemo (5-fu, oxy, leuc, avastin). I noticed that both times, for the next couple of days, I feel pain in various parts of my body. Mostly in my upper lungs (It has spread to my lungs) but in other places too. So I am wondering if this is the chemo killing the cancer in my…
For Sundanceh
I originally posted this in response to yours in the thread by Snommintj regarding when is it ok to throw in the towel. I have copied it over to here in hopes that you will see it: Dear Craig You said "You've got more to live for than I do - everyone on this board has much more to live for than I do". I wonder what you…
NOTICE that KERRY is posting alive and kicking in Brook's thread !
Hugs!
I"m Back
Greetings all, I have not had the chance to catch up on the boards since gettting back home from London! My trip was amazing! I had the best time, and the highlight was to meet KathiM and Sonia in the city. We met at Waterloo station, then went for coffee and then to lunch . It was fantastic to be able to finally meet…
Bone drugs may reduce colon cancer risk?
Common Bone Drugs May Reduce Colon Cancer Risk 16 Feb 2011 An international team of researchers has found that the use of bisphosphonates - drugs already taken by millions of healthy women to prevent bone-loss - for more than one year was associated with a 50 percent reduction in the risk of postmenopausal colorectal…
Nicotine Chewing gum can rise CEA?
Yep I have to recognize I was a heavy smoker ! but since my last PET and Scan ( one month ago ) were completely clear I decided to stop smoking! and here comes my big surprise; I start to have Nicotine chewing gum , lots , and since I m having this and quit of smoking my CEA has raised from 2.5 to 4.5 do you thing chewing…
Looking for support
My dad has been diagnosed with Stage 4 metastic colon cancer. It appears to be in his colon and liver. He is 60 years old and otherwise has been in great health. He has been going thru chemo for about 5 or 6 months. He has a 3 day chemo session going home with the pump and getting it off on day 3. One of his medicines are…
Cheryl is going to leave the building :)
Hi all! Just thought I'd report in. It is now Day 10 after the first Irinotecan chemo infusion. As you all know, I've had quite the time of it and although I had prepared myself for possibly a couple days where I would have to slow down and take it easy... I had no idea I would have 8 days of sheer misery. Yesterday and…
Remission. How many out there?
I was asked the other day why I still hang with those that still have a cancer. Well, without a pause, I said because I want to be here for them and I care. And..., I may be back....who knows! So with that said, how many folks here are in remission and how long? I will start first DX Nov 2008, stage IV Colorectal Surgery…

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