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Fatigue greater from 2nd round after liver surgery? Experiences?
I had 6 rounds of chemo and the fatigue and other side effects weren't too bad. This was then followed by liver surgery to remove one met. I have resumed chemo and after the first infusion the fatigue was hit sooner, harder, and lasted longer. I started the chemo ~6 weeks after the liver surgery. Granted I'm not as strong…
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Short breathing and chest pain can it be anxiety ?
my scans were fine two weeks ago so... .I'm going to Mexico next week and this is my first long trip since DX!,did it ever happened to you before a trip or new plan?
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Colon Cancer
I'm having chemo treatment for colon cancer and I would just like to understand more about the side effects that others have after going through treatment. I'm 39 years old and at times this can get so overwhelming because I wear a colostomy bag as well. Is there anyone who is willing to help me to understand more about…
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colon resection surgery
I would like to know how common are anastomosis leaks after colon resection surgery. Has anyone else had this happen? Please elaborate. My husband's first surgery for removal of a malignant colon tumor went well. However after the first few days, he got very sick with nausea and vomiting and ended up back in the hospital.…
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does anybody know about okthen and Betina61?
Not posting since long long time!
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Would appreciate your input
When my husband started this journey in Nov. 2010 his CEA level was at 1145, then in March after 8 treatments of 5fu, Oxaliplatin it went down to 465 then in April it was down to 211, they dropped the oxy after his 10th treatment and since then he had been feeling really good. In June he started having issues with his…
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Mum's passing.
Mum's just passed away yesterday afternoon after fighting cancer bravely. It's been a pleasure being in the cancer survivors network and sharing knowledge of colorectal cancer with one another and the advice that I got from you guys. Don't worry about deaths, that should be the thing that's at the back of your heads. Go…
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Jorge has his ct scan
Today jorge has a ct scan I'm so stress and scare and I didn't want to get out of bed today would love some good wishes today thanks all hugs Tina
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Hi people it is FRIDAY any interesting plan for the weekend?
Just resting!
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help!!!! falling through the crack and its my life
HI! I'm having an issue here. I have been going to a hospital in Boston, MA for my colon cancer (recurrent Stage IV), my local oncologist has says there is nothing they can do for me down here and sent me to the "specialists". Now I have been going since May and I feel like I'm falling through the cracks. I barely see my…
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Why this "old timer" rarely posts
Hi all - I have followed the recent "flames" with interest. It's a common thing on message boards - I know there are folks with Ph.D's who actually study this stuff. In part I rarely post because I am 6+ years surviving Stage 4 and need some space (even though I know a recurrence is possible at any moment). The drama does…
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ascites
I was just diagnosed with ascites after a CT scan for a bloated / distended abdomen, any experience with this out there ? what can I expect as far as treatment.... at this time it has me more or less off my feet as I am only comfortable on my side laying down. I realize this is probably an indicator of the condition of my…
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green stool
For three days now I have had a green stool. I didn't know for sure until today as I usually throw in the paper and flush without checking the toilet first. I see my oncologist Friday, as I had a PET scan last week due to a suspicious spot on my liver. I cannot think of any green food I ate. Do I need to be concerned? The…
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CEA and CT
I am having a difficult time keeping up with my husband's onc and his decisions concerning scans. My husband gets his CEA once a month and had a CT scan after two months of chemo. I mentioned the possibility of getting a PET scan at some point since my husband had Hodgkin's disease when he was in his 20's and I was hoping…
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Xelox nausea ..from Xeloda or Oxaliplatin?
First oxaliplatin infusion on Friday, then started Xeloda the same night at home. This is my Xelox regimen since I could not get the Folfox as scheduled due to drug shortages. The nausea is pretty bad, despite the anti-nausea medicines. Which drug is most likely to be causing it, the Xeloda or the oxaliplatin? Just…
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now what?
Jim's last scan showed no significant change in liver mets, several small lesions now on lungs. He was on Vectibix and having 15 or more bm's daily, small amounts always urgent, lots of times accidents. We complained to the Doctors and they took him off vectibix to give his system some heal time and after two more weeks of…
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Contradictory results NEED YOUR OPINION! ********* UPDATED with oncologist conclusions. *********
Got results for CEA, PET, and CT scan: PET: no lighting any more , ( last time lighting in 2areas) CEA: 3.2. ( continuously droping from 20) CT scan:Tumors stable ( so contradicting PET results) Does it have any sense ? not to me ! Stable or no evidence? can it be necrotized tumors ?. Did any of you ever had such a similar…
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Recurrance #2... Battle #3..... Pullin the Big Girl Panties On......
Well..well...well....here I am again...back in the battle. I was DX stage II or III (they weren't sure) back in March, 2009 but within a few months I was definately a stage IV. Boy oh Boy have I learned a lot since then. Had immediate colon resection..healed..then started chemo. By that time, I had 4 liver mets and 15+…
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Pain and liver resection
I'm wondering how long y'all experienced pain to a degree you needed meds, after liver resection surgery. I had surgery on the 11th and been home from hospital since the 18th...and this morning the 24th I don't have enough pain to justify taking meds...normal? I expected to have pain for six weeks or so??? SisterSledge
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tumors causing fever
Can anyone tell me about tumors causing fever? My mum had to be taken to the hospital last night because of a high fever 102.7 to be exact. She was given tylenol which brought her temperature down. Blood work came back and all negative. Chest x-ray was negative also. However, this is the second time she had a spike in…
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My sister just diagnosed
Hi, I'm a recent breast cancer survivor and just found out that my dear sister has colon cancer. We are in shock. So far, we don't know the staging. Her colonoscopy revealed a walnut-sized tumor. I've since been doing some reading about the chemo drugs and treatments. Does anyone have any insights into how I can best…
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Let Him Ride In THe Wind!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I just to let you all know that I lost my deepest friend soulmate and husband last nite at 938pm. Dennis was with me Patti his Son Dennis Jr and grandson Dennis III at his time of passing at home. Dennis fought the hardest Colorectal Cancer with Met to Liver Journey of any one that I have know.He fought so hard to live for…
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Mum's Condition
Hi guys, hope you still remember me. Mums condition has deteriorated. Shes now just laying in bed and doesn't even recognize familiar faces anymore. We are expecting her to go soon ),: This is a very bitter and sad part of my life. I'm only 18 and it pains to see my mum suffering. There's two kind of people in this world,…
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Update from surgery
Here I am in recovery from my lung biospsy, I'm staring at my pathology report and before I state the finding I can help to ponder on our ability and dire want/need to continue to seek new options, to have more surgeries,to demand more options. I wake up every morning I feel so grateful to have been given the oppertunity…
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a teacher who is feeling blue
I am feeling a little blue these days . . . . I am an elementary teacher and it is hard to see kids getting ready to head back to school and talk to other teachers who are in their classrooms getting things ready for the year. I love teaching - the kids, the families, the laughs everyday, the challenges - I love it all.…
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Some things we can all agree on
Please excuse me for stepping in this mess. Is that your dog??? LOL We all have a dog in this fight so naturally we all want to have a say in the outcome. With all the "arguing" that follows an "informative" post sometimes there is a tendancy to sepperate into our groups and settle down into quiet discontent for awhile. I…
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chemo brain?
I'm on my second treatment now. Should chemo brain be setting in already? I've been on my computer for about a half an hour all the while wondering what that bubbling sound is. I had forgotten that I put soup on the stove. My nausea seems to be better this time. Hooray! Also my water is tolerable at barely warm. Last time…
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New cancer?
Hi everyone, It has been quite a while since my last post. I am sorry to say that this post has to do with renewing the fight again. A brief history: was diagnosed with stage 3 cc in 2007 (2 node involvement) Things have been going along well until about 6 weeks ago when I developed a persistent cough. No temperature or…
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7 Years: An Update from Rob;inVan
On August 23, 2004 I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer with metastatic spread to the liver. Here is a quick look at this cancer journey so far, by the numbers... - 5 major operations involving about... - 45 Hours of surgery, and... - 100+ Days and nights in hospital. - 40 Treatments of radiation. - 100 Weeks of…
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newspaper article on vitamin D benefits
I know vitamin D has been discussed here many times, but I came across this article today from the San Diego Union Tribune. Note that the FDA recommended vitamin D levels at the bottom of the article are actually pretty low- most naturopaths recommend quite a higher daily dose, especially to those with cancer or anyone who…