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My Scan Update ( My Caringbridge Report Entry)
Wednesday October 17, 2012: Well today was the day that I'd find out how my blood tests came out and what Dr. Donthireddy (oncologist) wanted from me for the next year. Just a recap last year she told me that I really didn't need a scan this year so in August when making the yearly appointment I called her to see if she…
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Sometimes reading is dangerous
Hi Guys, Long time no see I know, I am just back from a trip with a group of kids i teach .. we have been in the usa, LA and Tacoma/Seattle... It was amazing Since being back i have been panicking about my mum, She is due for a scan in about 4 or 5 weeks and i know it is too early to start worrying its not healthy i know…
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New scans where do I go from here?
Well got my new scans back and I don't know what to do.They show not only did my tumors grow but many more in my liver.I also am getting tumors under my skin around my stomach I find that weird.The ones in my lungs did shrink but my primary tumor in my rectum has grown and I had 26 rounds of radiation.I looked for trials…
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You Just Never Know... :(
Well everyone is in shock at work - our healthy, fit coworker (52 years old - my age) passed away in his sleep last night. No one could get much work done today after we were told the news. He was healthy, was at work on Friday. Went out of state this weekend due to his sister dying of ovarian cancer. Hospice was called in…
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Hi mates it is FRIDAY here! Any interesting plan for the weekend?
Here, fever+chest pain + nose leaking +throat pain+headache+ cough + bone pain = guess!. So..Bed, bed,hot soups, some hot milk with honey and a book!. What about you mates?
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Still trying to kick last treatment
I got my first Zaltrap treatment on Oct 10th and that stuff just won't let loose. I threw up and had diar again today. I'm scheduled for another treatment tomorrow...I'm thinking like usual my platelets will be too low and won't get it. Zaltrap is new and I'm the first one in this area to get it. I'm praying it's knocking…
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4 years and still going
It has now been 4 years. Radiation, lots and lots of chemo interspersed with 4 surgeries. For now I have clear scans but a rising CEA. I think I have entered a long fight with a chronic disease. I enjoy these moments of no treatments and pray for a cure. Birthdays pass and now each one is a celebration of another year that…
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From: Big Billy .....To: Cynthia and Rick…and the rest of the CSN Crew…....*** UPDATED *** (Enjoy t
Surprise! You didn’t think that Craig would shelf Big Billy forever, did you? :) How could he let the legend disappear like that? Isn’t Big Billy a part of this cancer community, too? Good, that’s what I thought too:) Well, I'm back in black, Cyn:) Note: For all of the new folks that are asking what's going on? Here is the…
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ALL CLEAR
Let the hope continue. My ct. scan was clear. How blessed I feel and how grateful I am. I wish I could pay it forward. Hang on everyone who is a stage four. I am now 20 months clear. If you are reading this for the second time, I could not find my first post. : ( Hugs, Judy
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Discharge planning
Thought I would update people on my progress. Am now a month postop from the hemipelvectomy and pelvic clearance for the recurrence of rectal cancer. Am now at the point where I am planing for discharge on Monday. Attended my discharge planning meeting today and is all coming together well. Am getting pretty mobile on…
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Cynthia how things are going?
Praying for you both every day! Hugs!
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Facebook
Following Brenda's lead, I'm posting my FB and email information here. My email is revpoulsen@gmail.com and Facebook is Ray Poulsen. I've set my friends list to be hidden, so your contact info will not be shared with others. Ray/Doc
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TIPS FOR LIVER SURGERY
Any tips before liver surgery?
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Cant Reverse Ostomy..? So Sad
I had emergency surgery..saved my life..(yay)ostomy created which is pretty normal for colon cancer..i think?. i still have 6 months of chemo ahead..done with radiation and 5fu now..talked to surgeon..ahhh im crying while im writing this..he said that the tumor was really low down and i have a lot of internal scarring from…
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Two Glasses of Wine
So, I celebrated another birthday yesterday. Three years out from diagnosis. While I am thankfull for many things in my life I am especially thankfull just for being vertical. Which leads me to this piece I read online today. I could not find who the author was but I'm sure they've been thanked countless times. The piece…
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Question from breast cancer board -- any thoughts about pink ribbons & October?
Hello, all - I'm a 3-year breast cancer survivor, and an active member of the CSN breast cancer board. I hope you don't mind my sticking my head in here with a question for any of you who might like to share your thoughts? On October 28th, I'm leading a worship service at my church to honor all cancer survivors, and we’re…
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Need to distance myself
Hi, I met with a counsellor today. She suggests I try to distance myself somewhat from cancer related sites. I will still be around but not as often if I can succeed at this task. Thank you all for your info and responses to my posts. I hope the time I will be allowing myself will be enough for both you and me.. My reason…
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7 Join us Walking, Swimming, Cycling, Weights, Paddling, Jogging, Hurling, Yoga 4 SURVIVAL BOOST
7 Join us Walking, Swimming, Cycling, Weights, Paddling, Jogging, Hurling, Yoga 4 SURVIVAL BOOST *** GET MEDICAL OK AND ONGOING SUPPORT BEFORE STARTING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, I did *** *** DO YOUR STRETCHES BEFORE AND AFTER ALL WALKING, other exercises do relevant **** *** AT THE END OF THIS POST IS A SUMMARY OF OTHER POST…
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Latest example of the potential of nanotechnology against cancer:
tho unfortunately not near being ready now,yet it shows how effective nano tech can be: brighamandwomens.org/about_bwh/publicaffairs/news/pressreleases/PressRelease.aspx?=08& PageID=1292
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Reminder for Sunday Oct. 14
I was asked for a reminder so here it is. Sunday Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. Eastern time is the time for our group to send prayers, good wishes, good vibes or whatever good thought you can for all the members here who are going through difficult times. Marie who loves kitties (No response necessary)
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Benign!
Benign says it all!
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result of scans
wow 9 am and I just woke up. Stress does rob you of sleep.....yesterday I was awake at 2am...haha. so last night my general doctor phoned to say my ct scan seemed clear....no word on CEA and i still have to do blood and go the the onc at the end of the month. Feeling so blessed, so grateful, and kind of puzzled I think as…
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The latest on Abrub/Alice....
I saw the breast surgeon today. Her comments: "Wow, I don't remember the last time I saw a hematoma that large. It looks like I stomped on your chest with a boot in the OR." I guess now she believes that I wasn't being overly dramatic yesterday when I called in a panic about the size. (My right breast looks like a gigantic…
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stage 4 colorectal cancer (9mm polyp on liver and 15mm polyp on Spleen)
My father had the symptoms of blood in stools and a feeling that he has not completely emptied his bowels. He consulted a surgeon who said that it could be internal piles which can be healed with tablets. Since the above symptoms continued to be there we consulted some other doctor who did colonoscopy, Biopsy and CT scan…
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Restaging?????? What does that mean..... ???? Last post didnt work
That first post I put on restaging will not let me open it again so I cannot read replies... can you please post here. I don't know what the deal is with that..... thank you cause I really need your input on this restaging stuff... I am confused. Let me say again... I got a letter for a upcoming PET scan on 9/26. On the…
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need encouraging words to print for friend...
Mags - thrilled to read your good news! Alice - following your most recent journey Craig,Pete, Doc, Pepe....everyone on this site is a comfort to us 'lurkers', of which I am one. One of my best friends going into Sloan NY for liver resec (colon cancer - resec 12/2011, liver mets - 6/2012)....I'd love to print her out some…
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Craig, Phil etc where are you?
Yes I'm lurking, haven't seen a post from either of you unless I have missed it?
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From bad to worse (Brain tumor now)
Sorry I havent been posting up much or in a while but my plate has been full and not getting much computer time. Anyway as some may recall I have been fighting lung mets and have been going to MD Anderson to have them surgically removed (so they said) left lung was done fine and after a 6weeks wait I returned back to have…
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Pet results
No big surprise PET is worse. Increased SUV in all nodes plus new nodes. No mets yet to organs or bones. Chemo cancled until I see Dr. next week. I sure hope he has a miracle up his sleeve. Detailed post at the colon club. Lori
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Port Comes Out Friday
Just want to share some good news. My port comes out Friday after 12 rounds of chemo. Needless to say I am thrilled to go to hospital (this time) and get this done. I am taking baby steps one at a time. Hope my news cheers up someone currently in chemo that the treatments do end and yes the port can come out. I called it…