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OGammy01
Has anyone heard how her liver resection went? I believe she was supposed to have it on the 7th. I haven't seen her on the board, just wondering if any has heard or seen her on the board. Many thanks for any info. Winter Marie
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impactzone..........Chip, how are you after surgery..........
Can you give us an update....been on my noggin for a while, haven't heard from ya in a while...Hope this finds you well.............buzz
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APB GOING OUT FOR KERRY S............WE NEED INFO.......WE NEED LAST NAME... A Small UPDATE !!!
OK, someone somewhere has got to know his last name...I did find out what his Miracle Dr was by posts and I do have an email sent to his office...I don't know if I will hear anything or not out of it...This is getting kind of aggravating...Anyone out there have any other ideas ???
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Promising news about Rob
This came from Rob's daughter. I'm so glad for Rob and his family! *hugs* Gail Dear Family and Friends, Dad's doing well. He has been moved from ICU to the spinal care centre. This is very good news. He met with a physiotherapist today and we are looking forward to the next stages of his recovery. As of right now dad is…
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Any golfers out there?
Hello everyone, I'm a newbie, 74 yrs, colostomy 12.1.10. Excellent health except for the "problem." Going through the, I suppose typical, adjustments of acceptance, schedule, leaks, clothing, etc. Assuming that I resolve or come to grips with these things, the question remains - what does one wear on the golf course? I…
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Our group pic, the girls
Gail, Lisa, Sarah and I.
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A Dutch treat...
Yesterday I was reminded of how small The Netherlands is...lol... Saturday morning we left home early to go to a new snufflemarkt in Enschede. Not too far drive, about an hour Southeast of us. Found some great stuff...but oddly I heard many people speaking German as well as Dutch. So, I looked at a map...only 6 kilometers…
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OK...gonna get me another cup of coffee...BRB.......
OK, Im back...I got a short story to tell on myself and its not very glamorous to me but im gonna tell it anyway. Mainly cause none of you are here to see me face to face. ( I get real brave when Im talking to my computer screen). I am sitting here running my tongue over what use to be my teeth's place of residence. You…
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When is it OK to throw in the towel?
The last few months have been rough. I never once thought about giving up or throwing in the towel. But when do I draw the line? If things don't work out next week I will quickly become a burden to my wife and son. My 4 year old now knows that I am sick. He asks me everyday how I'm feeling. I don't want to leave him with…
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Free Wigs to a good home!
Hi everyone, my best friend Cheryl passed away 18 months ago from colorectal cancer with metastasis to the liver and lungs. It was a terrible and devastating blow to her beloved husband and children. She had just turned 50. So next weekend i am going to Oklahoma to help Paul take the final step of gathering Cheryl's…
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Hand tumor - UPDATE-
Ok can cancer spread to your hand? I know I'm being ott. Just really need to share with my online family. I got bitten by my dog on my left hand back in September of last year. Two months later a lump appeared, doctor said it was a gangolin cyst. Three doctors have felt it recently and said it did not feel like a cyst and…
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Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Has anyone had any experience with the Cancer Treatment Centers of America? I am looking in to it for Jim. I guess they say they treat mind body and spirit and have naturapathic Doctors and nutritionists all working with you. I wondered if any of you have had expecience with them or have heard about them? Thanks dear…
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liver resection march 10
hi everyone, i have not kept up with my peeps like i should, am feeling better these days as i am on a chemo break the month of february in preparation for liver resection in march. i have more energy, my nose is starting to feel better after being tender and having bloody snot from the avastin and campostar. my hands are…
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Colonoscopy preps
Hi all. I am due to have a colonoscopy and was given a choice of preps. I usually did the Golytley but I am considering the OsmoPrep Tablets. I was wondering if any of you did this OsmoPrep. If so, please let me know how it went. Also, can you drink lemonade or 7 Up with it instead of the water? Appreciate any feedback.…
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Good News for Me!
Thought some of you would get a lift from good news. I was first dx Sept '06. Thought to be stage II, had colon resection and no follow-up except monthly blood tests. 18 months later with a rising CEA and not feeling great, I insisted on a PET. Guess what...Stage IV, mets to liver and lung. (think they were there all along…
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Goodbye and good luck
I don’t think that this is the place for me. I need to be in a place where ideas/information is free flowing and people support each other. I would like to thank everyone for the responses to questions that I had and getting me through the beginning of this nightmare. Good luck to all on your cancer journey. Dharma girl
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CP9
What is CP9 and what is the format? Does it involve presentations and social activities? Booths for information or what? HoW do you register?
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Delays, sweet happy delays!
I have had a rough few months. To say I've been miserable really doesn't accurately describe how bad I've felt. This whole mess started with food poisoning on christmas eve which led to dehydration and then a kidney infection. The meds I took for the kidney infection aggravated my pancreas which is compromised by a poorly…
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Questions about the pump
I start my first chemo treatments on Monday and will be having Folfox and Avastin. They said I will be getting a pump, I wondered what the pump is like and how long I will have it for. I am very scared, I have no idea what I am facing, this is the first time I will have chemo. Thanks for any input. Tausha
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Supplement suggestions
Since I am now off chemo and can start back up on a supplement regime I am looking for some suggestions on what everyone would recommend. Thanks!
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I’m really upset
I’m really upset. My family is new to the cancer and cancer treatments. I posted on this thread about an alternative treatment and was accused of being a troll and selling a product. Is this a place to exchange information/ideas and to get support ? I’m really not feeling very comfortable posting now.
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ATTENTION !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ITS THAT TIME AGAIN WHEN YOU GET A NEW SPECIAL FRIEND>>>an
everyone knows the drill....whomever posts below me has my back for the rest of the weekend and the following week, til about next weekend when I do it again....We had some great gestures passed around and I hope everyone felt the prayers, hopes, wishes, sparks, thoughts, vibes, whatever floats your boat, I hope you felt…
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why am I so sleepy???
I have been soooooo tired for the past 2 day. I sleep 10 hrs a night and move from the bed to the couch where I lounge the rest of the day. I am not physically tired but every time I lay my head down I fall asleep. I catch myself saying all the time "gosh, I'm tired" Man, whats up with that. My RBC is low...slightly anemic…
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Update
First let me say that I am so tired of posting not so good news and yesterday I kinda fell down that damn cancer blackhole a bit. I'm still processing and thinking things over. Good news/bad news ... No more FOLFOX for me .... ever . One good thing though is it looks like I get to bring my son home today!!! woo hoo I am…
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ChristineCarl
Haven't seen you. You doing okay?
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red blood count ???
Hello my friends :) chris had a check up today and was told they wanted to re check his blood count.. They said his red count went way up. What does your red count mean?? Boy cancer is such a learning process....lol Loves, Mel
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I'm three years old today!!
Three years ago today I had my colon resection which in my mind saved my life... Although I had two reoccurences, I know the most important surgery was the first one... I am thankful and a very happy three year old today!!!!!!! Your Friend-in-Penn
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Update on Rob!
I received this message from Rob's wife, Pam. Hello Everyone, Thank you for your prayers, thoughts and good wishes. We relay them to Rob when we visit. Rob is awake but still in ICU. They are waiting for a bed and he will move as soon as one becomes available. The doctors are very pleased with his progress thus far. Rob's…
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hives
I know this isn't a cancer question.. or it may be.... this past year I have been in remission( feb 23) .. I get hives all the time.. for what seems like no reason. Not in the same area and not always the same time of day. Its just weird. I have changed soap, cleaners and everything does I can think of...My question does…
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Lisa, Nana b, Gail and Sara
you ladies have a blast today, and post pics if you can on here or fb. Hugs to you all