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Ever hear of "occult tumors"?
You've read of the Salem witch trials......Well, this has nothing to do with the supernatural. In fact,"About 25 percent of colon cancer patients who are deemed node-negative or pN0,(meaning the cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes) after treatment end up recurring with metastatic disease. Known as occult tumors, these…
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Stage 4, 38 years old, wondering?
I am very new to the discussion boards, as I was diagnosed on February 14 of this year with stage 4 colon cancer. My initial CT scan revealed a spot on my liver, however a later PET scan showed seven micro-spots. On February 29 I had ten inches of my sigmoid colon removed, along with a host of nodes. On March 20 - the…
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alkaline phosphatase trending up....significance??
haven't got a straight answer on this from Onc... My wife, who is stage IV with significant liver mets, has been on FOLFOX w/avastin since December, having just completed her 10th treatment. two to go, then possible colon surgery. I noticed her alkaline phosphatase has been steadily trending up for last 2 months. came down…
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New options for late stage CC, possibly. Early access trial.
Regorafenib Now Available Via Expanded Access Posted by Kate Murphy on April 30th, 2012 Click Here to Get updates from Fight Colorectal Cancer The first four sites where colorectal cancer patients can get regorafenib are now open. Bayer Healthcare expects to open additional sites in the next two or three weeks. Colorectal…
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"LIFE SURVIVOR". Thanks Craig..
I really like the very descriptive term "life survivor"!! I am at MD Anderson at this moment in time having scans, scopes etc. Always a bit of a scary time for most of us! Anyway, I decided cancer is only one chapter in the book titled "MY LIFE" and I HAVE survived life! At least 61 years of it. (working on more). Thanks…
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any help???
hey guys.....back on the heavy chemo....no more maint, for 6 rounds....its been 3 years since ive had to come home with the pump. my qustion is, what if anything can i do or eat or drink to feel somewhat better seems like it was easier last time!!! if anyone can help i know its you guys!!!! thank you for any help!!!!
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Someone had recently asked about Regorafenib? Check this out from FightCRC site
http://fightcolorectalcancer.org/research_news/2012/04/regorafenib_now_available_via_expanded_access I believe it is being made available for those who need it......
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Good news, bad news
Got the results of my first CT scan since dx (stage 4, mets-liver-lymph) in February. My CEA has dropped from 44 to 1.4, so that's certainly great news and I was hopeful that I may be a candidate for surgery. The scans showed significant reduction of all tumors -- colon, liver and lymph nodes. But I'm just not a candidate…
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After treatment side effects
I am new to this website and a fairly new rectal cancer, permanent ostomy,just finished treatment person! I am very frustrated by all the side effects and wonder how long it will take to get better or even go away at all!!! I had pre surgical simultaneous chemo/radiation---UG! and then major surgery and then did 8 of the…
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lesions in peritoneum from colon cancer
Had our ct scan results on Thursday, and news was not good, while my husband has had a chemo break since Jan 2nd, the cancer has progressed, so starting chemo again 8th may, this will be his 3rd line treatment, his first chemo was Sept 10. He has been feeling well, so we were hoping for the cancer to have remained stable,…
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appreciate the good days
Had a rough week and half but yesterday was a good day have to love the good ones. Little pain...lunch out of the house with my 80 year old mom...phone calls from great friends in Pennsylvania ...decision to go see new grandbaby this weekend...see the kids also. I pray that it stays good until next treatment scheduled…
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wife stage 3B Colon cancer
Dear all, I am new here and am glad i found this forum. my wife was dx colon 3b in January. she had her surgery on 28th jan and 15 cm of large intestine was removed. she had her first chemo on the 24th feb and she did ok with 5FU+ Oxiliplatin....she was supposed to have her 2nd chemo yesterday but it was postponed as the…
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Hi mates it is FRIDAY, any interesting plan for the weekend?
will Try to go to the house of my sister on the beach with wife brother and mum! What about you?
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Month to month
I now live month to month, but I pushed this month out a couple weeks. Labs and brain MRI this week, and I see the oncologist tomorrow. No anxiety - I just don't get it anymore and haven't for a long time. I kind of look forward to labs and scans to give me the information I need to make decisions going forward. But I kind…
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Joemetz...want to know how your scans came out today
Hey Joemetz, Sending you prayers and well wishes for positive results on your scans today. I went to your caring bridge site and read your story. You seem like a great guy with alot of positive family and friends beside you! Blessings to you from Minnesota~ "Minnie"
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Carl_Renee
Renee, I don't know if you check the boards anymore but want you to know that you are not forgotten. I am sure these are difficult days adjusting to Carl's death and dealing with your grief as well as the children's. You are often in my thoughts and prayers. Cathleen Mary
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Salads, Veggies and the Colostomy Bag - need some help here!
when i got my colostomy bag in December 2011, i hated it. but honestly, with all the diarea it makes life VERY easy. I am able to fly and travel as well as attend all my kids events. the problem and questions that i have, relate to the foods that i was told to avoid. obviously nuts, corn were told to remove from my diet,…
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teeth dentists.....don't hesitate
okay....sorry a bit off topic here but I know lots of people have have dental issues after chemo cancer surgery. So I go to my dentist and he comes near me and his hands are shakin like mad.....long story short.....his wife has left him and he is taking drugs and I get weeks of hell and a crown that looks like a walrus…
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Curcumin clinical trial???
I wish I know how to post a link!! Phase I Study of Surface-Controlled Water Soluble Curcumin (THERACURMIN CR-011L) This study is currently recruiting participants. Verified April 2012 by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center First Received on September 9, 2010. Last Updated on April 19, 2012 History of Changes Sponsor: M.D.…
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Doctor Appointment yesterday
Yesterday was my annual checkup and pap smear. My doctor told me that as of next year I'll no longer be able to get that but only once every three years. That really stunned me and when I'd commented did this have something to do with Obamacare both the nurse and him in unison said "yup Obamacare". He also told me that…
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Newly diagnosed Stage 3 rectal cancer
I am home 1 week after colectomy.. Just found out the cancer has spread to 3 nodes out of 20 removed.The doctors found 2 nodes in my right lung 2mm and 4mm.. they say they probably nothing but will rescan in 1 year..I am concerned..I have an apot with my Oncologist in 1 week..Should I express my concern ...Please help…
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Blake
Praying for you.
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Regorafenib
Hi, I was wondering if anyone has been treated with Regorafenib or knows any medical center that is doing a clinical trial with it. My mom has stage IV colon cancer and she is no longer a candidate for surgery or traditional chemo. They said that FDA approval for Regorafenib may be at least the end of May and that might be…
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Hi, haven't been on for awhile
Hi everyone, i haven't been on for awhile, but my husband is doing well. Recently, he found out that his CEA number has been going up. Mind you it is only at 2, but he has been at -5 for over a year. The onc decided to send him for a PET scan to see what is going on. We had to change our health insurance to Cigna this year…
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colonoscopy thru ostomy
I am having a colonoscopy thru my stoma. Has anyone had this done. Just would like to know what to expect. Just started the prep, i dont know what to expect from that either. Any suggestions.
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my sister
I am back and i need some advice. i buried my 58 yr. old niece a month ago. Today i get the call about my sister. She is 60 yrs old and fighting brain cancer. Now it is all through her. They are sending her home. She is in PA and i am in Florida. I read how brave everyone here is and I pray when my time comes I will be…
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KathiM how are you?
Hop you post back soon. Hugs my dear dutchie!
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CT scans tommorow
Hi Friends, My first ct scan since diagnosis is tommorow. It has been a tough year! I am so scared!! PLEASE help me through this... Tessa
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stage 3c for 3 years and 4 months...recent CT scan shows spots on my liver...
It hurts to eat...side is somewhat painful, but do not need meds...can anyone tell me what to watch out for? I read a lot of things, but a lot of it I do not have and some things I do....do not know what to think...doctor is watching it...instead of going every 6 months...I go back to the doctor in 2 months...what are…
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Erbitux Therapy
Just wondering if any one is familiar with this treatment. The oncologist mentioned to us today that this will be Pat's next course of treatment. The doctor is waiting till Pat finishes his 40 day course of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (for radiation cystitis)before he starts treatment. He has 9 Hyperbaric treatments to go.…