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Colorectal Cancer

were do i go for finacial help?
I have been waiting for my oral chemo medication (Xeloda)and called the place today and they said that are just waiting for my part of the copay before i can receive the medication but the problem is that they want almost $900 from me which i do not have. I have been trying to find some websites or finacial aid that can…
Ketagenic diet
My oncologist was talking to me yesterday about a "ketogenic" diet -- which (as I understand it) is high fat/protein, low carbs. It's a very old idea for fighting cancer -- and similar to Atkins or South Beach for weight loss, I believe. But apparently there is some new research coming out now, especially from some German…
Pet scans
I’ve had two primary cancers, breast and now s4 lung cancer requiring quarterly ct or pet scans. After about a year of an area in my colon showing persistent focal uptake, my oncologist insisted I have a colonoscopy. Thankfully it was only an advanced precancer, 1.1 cm tubulovillious, fully resected, clear margins, but the…
Recovery from Lower Anterior Resection?
I’m scheduled for a lower anterior resection for my stage 3 rectal cancer. I’ve had 6 rounds of FolFurinox and six weeks of 5fu and radiation. I’m 46 and still working full time. I would like to hear from anyone who has had the LAR and what the surgery recovery is like? When were you able to return to work? Any helpful…
9 Years NED Today
Hi all, I've been away and/or occupied most of this summer, so I haven't been by to check on the blog, for what has been the longest period I can recall. Finding out we've lost Abita, and reading some of the new stuff, reacquainting myself with the ongoing heartache and need in this place, is still quite emotional, which…
First Post Stage IV
After reading stories for two years and and talking with people who are in the fight, I was encouraged to share my story. I can only hope it helps someone. After 3 months of testing; blood, stool, urine. Dr.'s were convinced I had IBS and stress induced constipation. A colonoscopy was finally ordered. I was diagnosed…
Won't schedule surgery because I'm paying cash
Hi All, I was diagnosed with colon cancer in April, It took until June to have the colonoscopy done. The tumor is located in the ascending colon and Dr requested a surgical consult on June 28. Tomorrow is August st and the appointment is still not scheduled. When I asked why they said it was because I was paying cash…
Port Removal
Hi, just curious after port removal how long it takes for the spot to heal. I am still have a small lump where the port was 8 weeks out.
How worried should I be from latest MRI results?
4 years ago, was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in a polyp. The lab results showed it was invasive to the edge of the polyp. Had just a rectal excision for the area around the polyp and it showed no cancer. Forward 3 years and I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Prostate was removed in April and again, the cancer was…
IBS
Hi everyone, I hardly post anymore but I do read everyone's messages daily and pray for all of you. I was just wondering if anyone here has developed Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I would appreciate any input you may have. I am 3 years 2 months NED (thank God) but still have excessive bowel movements, much gas and terrible…
Help me understand
My colorectal cancer went from early (stage 0) to stage IIIc. So all my trust and faith in Mercy medical care has been used up. But their overly optimistic feeling oncologist tried to sell me 80% odds of complete recovery and my own research says 44% odds of complete recovery. I also feel like Mercy would say literally…
TAHEEBO TEA
Doe's anyone know anything about this taheebo tea and it's cancer fighting claims?
Stage 4 Colon Cancer update
It has been quite some time since I have visited this site, mainly becuae I have been very busy. I found out I had stage IV colon cancer November 6, 2011 at the age of 41 after finding a tumor in my colon. They removed the tumor, gave me a colostomy and tested the tumor. December 2011 I had a power port installed in my…
Buster's Story
On Dec 14th, at age 42, I was diagnosed with Stage IV Colon cancer, it had spread to my liver. Several weeks later, after doing some research and talking with a few doctors, I elected to do chemo (folfox)in hopes that my cancer would shrink. After 3 doses of Folfox the three spots I had on my liver were gone and my primary…
Stage 4c colon cancer
I’m new to this forum and looking for information regarding my daughter, now 41, who is 22 months into treatment for colon cancer that had metasticized to her ovaries, 8 of 38 lymph nodes, omentum and peritoneum. She had a successful cytoreductive surgery initially with colostomy, followed by 12 chemo treatments of…
Stable scans but worrisome labs.
Long story short….originally stage iib colon cancer in May 2021. Resection and 4 rounds of Oxaliplatin and NED for 2 years. Now I have mets to liver and lungs. Liver resection, one lung surgery and then 5 rounds of Irenotecan/5FU but disease progressed. Now I'm 12 weeks into a trial drug. Scan at 8 weeks showed "stable"…
Blood work
So I recently had 2 iron infusions for iron deficiency anemia. I just had my blood work redone and now my red blood cell count is high and it was normal before? Also my MCV, and MCH are lower than before and my RDW is higher than before? Anyone know anything about blood work?
A TRUE LOVE STORY
People always talk about true love stories, most of them being fiction, but this is mine and it is true. My name is John and I want to talk about my and my wife's battle with cancer, how it affected both of our lives and how our faith was not broken at all. I met Gail at McDonalds in Winston-Salem, NC where we both lived…
New here
I am 66 year male, diagnosed in April 2024 with Colorectal cancer. After an MRI & CT scan which were done soon after the surgical resection, I was given a Stage 3c and was told by cancer board that no treatment plan was needed for 6 months and a follow up is upcoming in late September. I have changed my diet since April to…
New Here with severe Iron deficiency
I just found out I am severely iron deficient. I also have anemia. I have had changes in bowel habits, quite a bit of bleeding and bloating and gas. I have a colonoscopy on 9/10 but I’m freaking out in the mean time. My brother has colon cancer. Has anyone else had these symptoms but not had colon cancer?
It's September again.
I suddenly realized it's that month, in which was my original diagnosis, on my late wife's birthday, [Sep. 25], our Anniversary [Sep. 1], and my last CRC/liver resection [Sep. 5 or 6]. Always a muted observance, but this year is 10 years since the Labor Day Friday, of my last cancer surgery in 2014, and 17 years past the…
Colonoscopy
Hello all, I had my 1st year post colon cancer. The gastrologist took a biopsy of the surgical site, but said he didn't expect to have any bad results indicating to me it was a routine thing he did. There were no polyps and the resection surgery I had done a year ago healed nicely his words. Is it routine to have a biopsy…
Anal Cancer
I am currently in recurrence of anal cancer. Originally diagnosed as Stage 2 T3, I underwent chemo and radiation to resolution, with recurrence diagnosed less than 1 year after completion of treatment. Currently, I run a message board for public awareness of HPV and HPV related cancers at www.hpvinfoweb@yahoogroups.com.…
Enzyme levels are raised
My dad who is in his early 80s recently had his blood tests done and had one abnormal reading - his CA Antigen 19-9 level was just over 50. Normal range is around 27. I've heard that high levels of CA 19-9 tends to be associated with cancer of the pancreas, bowel, gallbladder, bile duct, lung. Is this true? He has had no…
Has anyone heard from nowhere?
Hi all, probably to more of the oldies on the board, has anyone heard from/spoken to nowhere? I got a message on July 3rd, and see that's when he was last on. He's been a major support for me, so I'm just getting a bit worried, hopefully tho he's just enjoying a beautiful summer ! Thx
New here, CEA panic
My dad was diagnosed with stage 2b colorectal cancer in 2022. After chemo pills, radiation and me giving him ivermectin, the tumor disappeared. Before cancer his cea was 2.78. In January it was 1.11. We had a follow up in September of 2023 and his CEA was 2.9. Not great but it didn't concern me too much. Dad is almost 82.…
metallic taste?
anyone ever have this. I haven't had chemo in almost 2 weeks, but the last few days I have this taste that won't go away, kinda like a metallic taste I think.. Thanks Petrina
Tumor Board reversed decision on surgical treatment
Greetings to all my fellow CRC challengers out there! I am in an odd predicament with my mother's current treatment plan and would really appreciate any insights and suggestions you may have. All thoughts and comments are welcomed! Quick background- My mother was diagnosed with stage IV colorectal cancer at the then end of…
Chemo pill vs pump and how to support body for lessening treatment side effects
Aloha! I've been recently diagnosed with stage 3, 2"rectal tumor, 2cm into the wall, 7 lymph nodes inflammed, at the top of the rectum. I'm headed in for my 3rd biopsy tomorrow to get pathology results to give us a proper plan moving forward. I turned 40 in March, First noted symptoms April this year, found tumor early…
Stage 4 Rectal Cancer w/Liver Metastasize
I've spent 2 months getting colonoscopy and liver biopsy. Next week I get surgery for colostomy and CIC implant. I'm seeking others who have experience similar based on your experience for good and or poor feedback. Thanks!

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