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Archives for December 2020

Things looking up dare I say it ?
Hello From the start my dad's diagnosis has been a roller coaster we always have struggled to get clear answers . Now it looks like we finally are finding out why it appears it's because of dad's neurofibromatosis . We went from last week being told he needs " lifelong chemo " and is stage 4 to now he's back at stage 3…
Your Oncologist is NOT a nutritionalist
I was just reading an article about Leaky Gut Syndrome. At the end of the article, it mentions talking to your Doctor before starting any supplemental regime. That led me to think about some of the comments I have read on various forums, including here. Folks upset with their Oncologist because they were not told what they…
Seeking info from patients who may have a similar case history.
A diagnosis of colorectal cancer in the summer of 2019 was an incidental finding when scar tissue caused by years of diverticulitis led to a colon blockage and a resection surgery of the colon. Their was no visual evidence of cancer but rare aggressive signet cancer cells were found in lymph nodes of the 12" removed colon.…
Dad's Update: Liver Mets Confirmed, Chemo Started and Visit to Surgeon
Hello All, Just a quick background, my father was diagnosed with colon cancer with liver mets August 2019 and completed FOLFOX in April 2020. Scans right after his last therapy showed elevated CEA. CT scan of liver coupled with liver biopsy revealed infection but “NO lesions”. The blood culture-confirmed the growth of…
I have a puppy. Can I make this work?
Hi. we just got a new puppy back in June. She's 8 months old and a very good dog, but as you can imagine, at times she's super energetic. am I going to be able to take care of her when I start treatment? I'm ejgher Having surgery or more than likely starting chemo in January. we love her very much. being able to care for…
Maybe I'm finally losing it
I'm starting to think I'm losing it thoughts of waiting to long for appointments how final " lifelong chemo" is what " lifelong chemo " really means for my dad are literally all I think about . I know " lifelong chemo " means my dad will die of this disease and the thought literally makes me feel sick . The fact I can't…
New. Scared. Merry Xmas.
Hi. My name is Susy and I was just diagnosed with rectal cancer yesterday. Staging next week. My doctor says she guesses probably 2 or 3. I'm scared, of course. Trying to manage a somewhat normal xmas. I go between anxiety and disbelief. i just wanted to say hi. And merry Xmas ?
Happy! Happy!
Happy Christmas - Winter - Season of gratefulness. Whatever your religious lean or personal take on this time of year, I would like to wish you a very happy one. For me, it is Christmas. Filled with the joys of family, freinds and good food.
Stools
Good morning all, has anyone with experienced yellow or tan mushy or diarrhea like bowel movements after having colon cancer/surgery, it's been almost a year but still happens
Merry Christmas
Hello I wish you all a merry Christmas! I hope your loved ones are with you and that you will have days full of happyness, laughter and love! ?? We here in Germany celebrate Christmas the 24th. Just in a few hours we will get presents and some delicious food ;)
blood test detecting recurrence
New Blood Test Detects Colorectal Cancer Recurrence Up to 16.5 Months Earlier | Natera
Second opinion or not ?
So I just called my dad's new onc had some questions found out that his new onc and his old onc are both the cancer treatment centers of west michigan . We thought different hospitals meant completly different but they are the same place so my question is this a true second opinion ? My dad is really bothered by this cause…
6 Years Ago Today: Warning Shot Fired By Cancer
6 years ago today I opened up a scan report and there was a mention that "a neoplastic lesion cannot be excluded." They were right This is the earliest date from which I can start counting my cancer. Two weeks later another scan indicated it was cancer. Four weeks later biopsy. Six weeks my surgery.
Well, that didn’t go as I expected.
So dad met with surgical oncologist and had sigmoidoscopy today. He was prepared with his list of questions about starting certain meds before surgery, what the initial pathology may infer, things of that nature; and he was told "I don't answer those questions, you can ask your oncologist. I'm going to perform the surgery…
Anyone have this treatment ? Added Cimetidine question
I read some good things about Capecitabine-Avastin-5 fluorouracil as treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread . Anyone have this combo and have info on it like side effects caused how well it worked and for how long ? Just trying to read up on treatments for questions at next onc appointment. Also reading alot about…
Happy Birthday to Trubrit (Sue)
Please join me in wishing Trubrit (Sue) a very happy birthday on Tuesday, December 22. I believe she is turning 26 this year.
Cancer Spread to Abdominal Lining
Hello So my dad was told by his new onc that he might have to be on lifelong chemo cause he has foci cells in his abdominal lining . The onc is talking to the tumor board and the surgeon to find out the next steps we will know more in a week . But I did some research online and everything I can find about cancer spreading…
Any tips for 3rd and 4th day fatigue?
Yesterday was the 3rd day after chemo. Even though I slept 8 hours, I was like a zombie, and ended up taking a 3 hour nap after work. Getting up long enough to feed the cats and myself, watch a little TV, then slept another 8 hours. Got some things done, but ended up taking another 3 hour nap. I am used to always having…
Double Posts
For anyone who is new, here is a little hint to stop double posts. Don't hit the refresh or < button after you have submitted your post, but go to the top of the page and hit the COLORECTAL CANCER part of this line up CSN Home > Discussion Boards > Cancer Specific > COLORECTAL CANCER I remember back in the day, it took me…
Big Belly?
A question for you good people, hope the holiday shopping is done and you're ready to relax. We know our livers are great. You cut them in half and that half gets replaced. Unfortunately, it doesn't grow back to the regular shape, it just creates new volume in the existing tissue. So it appears my desire to have a six-pack…
What questions to ask
Thanks to everyone who saw my first post! So here's the story. My dad had his first colonoscopy screening and was told a small tumor was found, and was called a few days later and told it had abnormal cells and he would need to have a foot of colon removed. He had a CT scan with contrast and barium and was told it looked…
Hi I guess...
I hate that I am here. I'm a very superstitious (obessisive) person and feel like I am maybe jinxing my father by joining this site, but anyway here I go. My 50 year old father finally got in for his first colonoscopy (no symptoms just routine) and was supposedly told they found a small tumor. The reason I say supposedly…
Yay! Finally finished the 12th round of Folfox
Hi! I finally finished Folfox! Yay! Thank you for all your support and helping me talk with my doctor. It was very grueling, but I am thankful to have the support of this community. I am not sure what is next... as I was very advanced stage IIIC, but I am taking everything one moment at a time. Thank you for your love…
Happy Birthday, Melanie67
I hope you are having a very, special day - even amid this awful COVID stuff. Tru
Questions about Folfiri and Oxi for a friend whose brother is struggling in ICU right now
Hi all, I know the difficulties of Oxi because I did that one myself. Is there anything you can tell us that they should be doing, should not be doing. Questions they should be asking. He did Folfox, switched to Folfiri and Oxi. He's in ICU, falling over, pneumonia, intubated, dropping blood pressure. He had surgery/rad…
Caregiver to MIL, Stage IV
Hi All, I am new here- looking for support as a caregiver. My mother in law was recently diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer, which has spread to her stomach. She just finished her second dose (round?) of chemo, and is on her 4th day of feeling nauseous, barely able to keep anything down. She is receiving nutrients…
Stress affect Outcome ?
Hello All , So as we wait to find out my dad's biopsy results a new worry has started to keep me up and night . There has been no shortage of family drama around my dad . My step mom just wants to see her kids from her first marriage all the time which upsets my dad, I don't get along with my stepmom at all cause she…
Update on me and my CEA madness.
It's been a while since I've been on the board. So I'll cut to the chase on where things are with me and maybe someone will run across my threads searching on our nemesis CEA. Quick summary for those that are not familiar with my situation. Since March of 2017, I've been chasing abnormal CEA numbers. When I say abnormal, I…
Happy Birthday Sestra17
I hope your day is special beyond measure. TRU
Joan M
I missed Joan's birthday on Sunday. I sent an message to CSN to see if there was any way they could track Joan down - as they have helped me in the past, but I was told that becasue of privacy they were not able to help me. I am of course worried about her, as many of you are. If anyone on the forum has Joan on their FB…

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