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Rare and Other Cancers

Archives for May 2004

Slurring/Memory
My father was diagnosed just about 6 months ago with 6-12 months to live, pancreatic cancer which has metastasized, especially to the lung (or from, who knows). He was okay until about 3 weeks ago and now is slurring his speech, losing memory. Is it the drugs? Has anyone else had this experience? He is using morphine and…
Life after Whipple
My mom has PC. She should be having her Whipple surgery within a month. She fears the recovery from the surgery almost to the point where she doesn't even want to have the surgery done. I was hoping to get some feedback on what to expect during the recovery period. Do the pain meds help? I've read 2-3 months for recovery.…
Adenocarcinoma of the appendix
I am a 58 year-old male diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of the appendix. The doctors have removed a large portion of the colon, the entire appendix, and part of my bladder as well as multiple lymph nodes. The tumor has metastasized both to the lymph nodes and to the right pelvic sidewall, and is considered to be inoperable.…
Oral cancer/tongue
The guy I have been with for a little over a year has a small white growth on his tongue, and is scared to death to get it looked at. I have done research on oral cancers, and the outcomes never seem to be good. Is there anyone that has a good story of survival from an oral cancer? I am so lost on this. I don't even know…
neuroendocrine carcinoma
Hi, I just came out of hosp. this week. Had a tumor removed and a axillary disection. I had a small lump under my arm in breast area. Felt flat and had a bruse over my skin. Nothing to do with breast cancer. It's name was neuroendocrine carcinoma. The 15 nodules removed from the axillary disection came out negative. I am…
carcinoid, islet cell, endrocine, neuroendrocine cancers.
I just want everyone to know how important it is to see a specialist. There are only 6 in north america. Most likely your insurance will cover it and most of the specialists will consult with your oncologist. PLEASE go check out the Carcinoid Foundation web site. It has a list of specialists, And tons of info for all of…

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