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rectal pain after excision
my tumor base was excised 3 and one half weeks ago about 2 cm up from the rectal verge just opposite the prostate. The excision was about the size of a 25 cent piece or 50 cent piece or in between, and the surgeon says he went all the way through the wall and stitched the hole with disolvable stitches. Well it's been very…
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Quitting Chemo
I have finally got my husband to understand my need to quit chemo. Doctor wants to see me Thursday and I am sure he will try to convince me to get chemo. But my quality of life just isn't these. This is a hard decision but I think the best one for me
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ASCO highlights, EXERCISE proven again
Long-Term Tamoxifen Benefit for Breast Cancer Confirmed Anna Azvolinsky, PhD Women diagnosed with estrogen-receptor (ER)-positive breast cancer who took tamoxifen for 10 years as adjuvant therapy had lower risk of late recurrence and lower risk of death compared to those who took the drug for 5 years. These results…
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Am I Doing Enough?
To all, I am looking for advice. I had my 1 yr colonoscopy in Jan that found a pre-c polyp that was removed. Had a flex sigmoid in May that found some pre-c cells at that same area. Doctors all say to continue to monitor. I was Dx'ed 3b/signet cell 1/13/12, had rt hemicol surgey 1/31/13 and 12 rounds of Oxi and 5fu. All my…
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Chemo Nightmare
Just an update: I had my first infusion of oxalaplatin on May 23 and just got up now. It has been a solid week of nausea, cramps (both leg and abdomen), pins and needles in my hands feet and lips, cold sensitivity. I did not eat for 5 days: bites and sips but nothing substantial. The onc first checked to see if he had…
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Folfox Side effects?
I am wondering and asking who had side effects with folfox 5fu. I am embarking on this wonderful journey of 12 rounds starting June 10th. I just got my Port in. I have a ileostomy and im 27. If you can please share with me what to expect. I would rather hear from my fellow Warriors that actually get blasted than my nurses,…
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My mom just passed away from Stage IV
Hi all, I just wanted to say I hate cancer and I hate what it does to our love ones... with that said, my mother of 66 years just passed away on May 26,2013 sunday orning at 8:49 am. She was diagnosed with stage IV October 15,2012 , I moved her and my father out west to get the much needed medical care. She barely made on…
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Sad news ... my husband has passed.
Tuesday evening my husband passed peacefully in our home with our son, me, and his devoted dog Maxwell curled beside him. I wanted to share with you some information about this extraordinary man that I loved. Link to article below (I don't know how long the link will work). When you go to the site, click on his picture and…
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Why erbitux or vectibix may stop working and possible counter measure
fromongoing ASCO conference,this might prove effective http://ecancer.org/news/4107-some-patients-with-treatment-resistant-colorectal-cancers-may-have-a-new-option.php and from same site,same conference, http://ecancer.org/news/4116-asc0-2013--cetuximab-superior-to-bevacizumab-for-advanced-colorectal-cancer.php
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Folfox Side effects?
I am wondering and asking who had side effects with folfox 5fu. I am embarking on this wonderful journey of 12 rounds starting June 10th. I just got my Port in. I have a ileostomy and im 27. If you can please share with me what to expect. I would rather hear from my fellow Warriors that actually get blasted than my nurses,…
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Hi mates sorry for de delay ! It is FRIDAY here any interesting plan for the weekend?
Sorry for the delay but it's tax payment time here so I been doing my mother, my wife and my tax Declaration yesterday gathered with tax advisor! So very tired ....and depressed ! LOL. Well now I'm resiting watching Nadal in Roland Garros and tomorrow probably will meet my whole family for a paella in my sister house at…
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sister with horrible rectal pressure
My sister was diagnosed stage IV from Nov. 2011. Her rectal mass is sitting on the pevic bone so she has been inoperable to this point. Has done chemo, radiation and nothing is shrinking the tumor. I need to know if anyone on this board has bad rectal pressure and what she can do for it. The pain meds they give her are…
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Update on Jason.....mixed CT Scan results
Hey all, I haven't been on here in a while. I had family members from 2 states come in, so needless to say I haven't had a lot of time to do much. Jason & I just got home from the hospital, he had to go to the ER Wednesday night with severe abdominal pain which turned out to be a partial blockage, which has since resolved…
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Suggestions for doctor at Dana Farber/Brigham & Women's ??
My cousin was diagnosed with colorectal cancer last September and has been receiving treatment locally in Rhode Island. She has had a recurrence and is seeking an opinion in the Boston area. Can anyone recommend an oncologist that they have had a good experience with or know is well known? A little background info...my…
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Working during chemo
I find it incredibly hard to work during FOLFOX treatment. I have a desk job and they have allowed me to work from home while doing chemo, but I have just had my sixth treatment out of twelve and after the third it became harder and harder to even work from home on my laptop. I can't even work up the energy to READ. All I…
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Anyone beat the lung mets?
Hello Everyone Are there any NEDS out there who previously have had multiple mets to the lungs? Im looking for some inspiration.... Thanks so much
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Surgery went well
Thanks everyone for their well wishes, the surgery turned out great, got to keep extra part of liver. and the gall bladder! Again, thank you for your love and caring. Winter Marie UPDATE I have arrived home after 8 long days at the hospital, I am Tired, and my side and right side stomach sure does hurt when moving about,…
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New member-need advice-confused
I had a colonoscopy this past Friday. My gastroenterologist found a flat mass in my decending colon near the top. I was a little groggy from anesthesia. He said I would need surgery as he could not remove it but did a biopsy. He said it could be done laproscopicly and they would take a small amount of colon and reattach.…
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Energy boost during chemo?
Vitamin B is often used in energy drinks and by dieticians for raising energy levels. Particularly when caffeine drinks like coffee are not an option, what other options might be available for cancer patients? Fatigue is a big problem for many who undergo chemotherapy, is there any option (other than food and exercise to…
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Positive CT scan for a change!
Pat had a CT scan of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis last Wed. These are the best results we have ever gotten! Here is a quick breakdown... Ellen Lungs: The dominant nodule in the left lung was 17 x 15 mm, now 16 x 11 mm Right upper lobe nodule was 6 mm, now barely discernible Right lung nodule was 8 mm, now 4mm One nodule…
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Went for ct scan of abdomen and pelvis today--anyone ever try to read cd?
I asked the tech for a cd of my ct scan for my surgeon's appointment next Thursday. I quized her whether the cd was just pictures and joked I wouldn't understand it anyway. She said you might be able to find an example on the internet. So of course I had to try. Unfortunately I am clueless.
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Stage 2 - chemo or no chemo
March 25th I found out I have colon cancer - had resection surgery April 24th. I am only 37 years old and have never had any cancer prior. Cancer is very prevelant in my family and my great grandmother had colon cancer. My oncologist is recommending chemo but also stated I should get a second opinion to ease my mind that…
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Colonoscopy results
I had my first screening on Tuesday this week, thinking its just one of those tests we have to do and all will be fine. I am 50 female in great physical shape. The notes say one 30 mm polyp in the cecum. The dr said he had it biopsied. Still no word - any chance it could be begnign? Will it have to come out? I am really…
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radiation almost killed me
Radiation obliterated my small intestine...spent 5 months in the hospital..7 surgeries..at Christmas I was put ob hospice..told I had 2-5 days to live. The doctors informed me that a smaller/(very thin) person has a much higher chance of this happening. I certainly would have appreciated the info before the damage was…
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"Colorectal Cancer Treatments and Therapy Innovations"
www.cancernetwork.com/colorectal-cancer/content/article/10165/2143619 according to Dr Leonard Saltz (see middle for comments on KRAS testing)
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Sirspheres update
Hi all First right liver lobe treatment went well last Thursday. Procedure for injection takes an hour after meds then about 2-3 hours for recovery. Groin was not sore like it was after mapping. Less "fishing " the area the nurse explained. I didn't take any pain meds after the procedure and was prepared to. However, had a…
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My mom
Well my mom died with my dad and I by her side Tuesday March 21st at 4:34 pm. She fought it until her last breath. A few minutes before her death she opened her eyes and we locked gazes and I know she saw and heard my dad and I say we love you for the last time. Thanks for all of the support and information throughout her…
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Newly diagnosed patient seeking diet advise
Thanks a bunch for those of you provided great advise already. My wife is 42 and was just diagnosied with rectal cancer and spread to lymph nodes. While we're consulting specialists for treatment consulting, I want to ask if any of you can provide guidence about diet before, during and after treatment. I expect her…
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Fever
Last night at 8 pm, out of the blue, Steve felt cold chills. Otherwise felt fine. No symptoms or signs of illness. Took his temp and he was running a low fever. (38 degrees Celsius). Went to bed with the fever, normal this am. He had his last Folfiri treatment May 1 so I am thinking perhaps his body is adjusting to being…
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need some positive thoughs
Just got a message from dr. office my appointment for tomorrow has been canceled dr. want me to have CT this appointment was going to be my first three month with dr. after doing 12 rounds of 5fu. and dr. office was closed when i tried calling now i'm real worried. did blood test show bad or what ? any thoughs