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Iron infusions
Hubby will have to have a 2nd infusion of iron tomorrow. He had an infusion 2 weeks ago, when his count had dropped to 9.1 Since then it has dropped to 8. He is currently only taking Erbitux every two weeks for stage 4 colon/liver. Anyone have any experience with what the causes could be for this drop? Haven't gotten any…
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Good news i think....
Got my scan results today,.CEA has fallen to 5 so in the edge of normality!. Lymph nodes disappeared and now on its normal size, small lung mets shrunk in a 50% aprox but difficult to calculate since they were so small in the beginning ,6mm, that scan can,t be so sharp to say if its now 4mm or 3mm any way 50% or near!.All…
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questions, questions.
Hi everyone. My aunt, diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer the end of February and given 6 months if she chooses to do "nothing". She chose chemo/radiation but they still haven't started anything. I hope she hears from the Dr./Nurse this week, since her last test was an EKG this past Friday (5/27). My questions are: How…
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Cyberknife tomorrow!
Hello friends. After a bit of waiting, I am finally starting my Cyberknife treatment - tomorrow morning. I just got the call today. This is for a bone met which is too close for comfort to my spinal cord (I'm still aysymptomatic at this stage -- no pain or other symptoms). Curious if others have had Cyberknife for bone…
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Just a funny story to make you laugh
I was feeling strong for a few days and yesterday I decided to tackle a job in the attic. It was a big window fan that hadnt worked in 2 years. My late husband, rest his soul, was the king of half **** home repairs. the fan was hot wired right into a large electrical box and nailed to the window frame, not that I could un…
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Has anybody had to have a second portal vein embolisation to enlarge liver for surgery to liver
My husband (aged 65) was diagnosed with bowel cancer, secondary liver mets (two large ones in section 8 and smaller ones scattered) in July 2010. He's had ten treatments of folfox, large tumours 6cm and 5cm reduced by half most other ones disappeared. Now on path of surgery. Had portal vein embolisation over a month ago.…
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Diagnosed today
Am 49 years old. Went in for my routine baseline colonoscopy before the magical age of 50. Doc came out and said he didn't like something. Sent me for bloodwork and a CT scan (which I had a major allergic reaction to). Got the results tonight. I have cancer. This is oddly scary and empowering at the same time. The polyps…
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My Blood Results
Well finally got my blood results in the mail today. Oncologist was testing for any and all immune disorders including HIV, lupus, hepatitis, nephelometry, also, CBC, CEA, liver tests, sugar and more. All immune disorders are negative - yipee. CEA, liver, etc. all normal - yipee again. CBC - well my white and red count are…
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Surgery is tomorrow!!
I have never really posted since being diagnosed last fall but have been a regular reader of the boards. It was very helpful to me to read how everyone is so supportive and hopeful. I have had 11 rounds of folfox and the tumor shrank a good amount and the removal surgery and colostomy reversal is tomorrow. Hope all goes…
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Scouty , Pete the answer is.............
Andorra! you can go skiing from Spain to France ski resorts across Andorra, excellent facilities in both three! just in the middle of the Pyrenees. Hugs!
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Irenotecan and Diarrhea Help
Hi: I am on both Irenotecan and Oxaliplatin. Right now the irenotecan has kicked in with constant liquid diarrhea. I am taking as directed Imodium every 2 hrs during day and 2 pills every 4 hrs at night. I am eating "white" food like white bread, white bagels, bland fruit, Ensure. Any other hints? I seem to be getting…
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neuropathy good news and bad news DON'T READ THIS IF YOUR HEAD IS IN THE SAND!!
Dear CRC friends, Here I go again. Don't read this if you don't want to be frustrated about the truth of neuropathy re some pretty detailed research. the experiences of this board, are well a more accurate indicator of what to expect then our onc. Sadly I believe this seeing our comments and yes the implication that our…
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count down is on for surgery
ok guys the count down is on for Jorge's surgery 12 days from now and let me tell you i'm shiting my pants.i can't sleep can't eat i'm so scare .on jan 2011 ct scan show the tumor let go of his back and the colon doctor said this ct scan the tumor is still in his back what the hell is going on thanks all Tina
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The best Birthday gift....hoping to bring you a smile as well
Well friends...last week was my last chemo treatment. Today I saw my onc and he said I am all good. I am just going to take his words and go with it. I don't ever need another birthday gift ...I just want to keep this one forever... Ct in 3 months...... For this day.....I am filled with joy!!.....I love you all very much…
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pain in lower back, buttocks area following surgery, radiation and chemo treatment.
I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in nov 2007 and had magor surgery to renove a large tumor from that area. I had radation/chemo treatment in 2008 which was tough going but i got through and the scan results have been good sinse. unfortunately i've had to have some more surgery for adhesions ten weeks ago but i'm well…
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Ileostomy question.
Hi everyone I am new to your discussion board. I do not have colorectal cancer, but ovarian Cancer stage 3c. I am here because I need advice and I don't know where to go. Since I have a temporary ieostomy I feel like I don't get enough fruits and veggies. Juicing gets old and messy and I am concerned because I know you…
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Pete's condition
cant seem to find any entries after the 11th. I am not looking in the right place?
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Superawesome cancer resource page - for newies and pros alike!
This superthread just posted on the head and neck forum is a super awesome resource for cancer information, frequently asked questions and much more... HNC Superthread. A COLLECTION OF HELPFUL LINKS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS. Excellent for new people to CSN.
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Help tell me what to expect! ....Chemoradiation
I am beginning my 28 day chemo radiation treatments on Thursday and I am worried about what to expect physically. I will be taking 5 xeloda pills daily (2 in the morning and 3 at night) along with the radiation. Does this cause nausea, stomach upset, will I be able to continue working during these treatments (I have an…
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Colonoscopy
Just wanted to tell you all that my colonoscopy was normal. Not sure what my oncologist will do now. Having a repeat CEA level next week so I guess we'll see. One step at a time, one day at a time, one test at a time right? thanks for all the concern and encouragement Betty Jo
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American Society of Clinical Oncology (asco.org) is having its convention next week
but their website is already posting abstracts of stuff to be presented at this annual meeting...Some of you may be interested in some of the research being presented.....Good holiday reading, perhaps to put you to sleep as some is rather technical......
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last night with the old bag UPDATE1 post op infection UPDATE2 getting better feeling good UPDATE3 fe
Of course I am not talking about my lovelly wife. I am the first patient on the day surgery list today, need to be at the hospital 6.45am. I am going to miss you old bag, its been so much fun. Just when I'd forget you you would find a way to remind you are there and you care. By bursting or sprining a little leak. Even…
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What's your take on this anyone tried this juice??
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Is this what the future bodes for cancer care? "Oncologists Hold Key to Curbing Cancer Costs"
at medicalxpress.com/news/2011-05-oncologists-key-curbing-cancer.html I can understand containing costs,eliminating unnecessary procedures,not destroying the person being treated with chemo that's not evincing positive results but who's to say just because two or even three treatments failed that another combo or something…
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Erbitux
My mother starts that next week. Can anyone who is on it what they think about it and how long have they been on it.
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plastic stent in liver..anyone?
I have had a biliary drain (several in fact ) for the past year. we have decided it is time to place a stent instead of the drain tube as the tumors that had been blocking the biliary drain are gone (hooray)!, they will use the existing tube (which exits my side ) as a guide for a wire that will capture and guide the…
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Buzzard you fine?
Just know i miss you a lot!
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Hi people it is FRIDAY you know.....Any interesting plans for the weekend? newbies welcomed!
Dinner today with friends and family, tomorrow ...BEACH if whether allowed, it seems it's changing!,Then saturday night Final European Soccer leage , Manchester U vs Barcelona FC.Sunday TV, Montercarlo Grand Prix! Happy and peaceful weekend to all of you, God bless!.
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Low dose Naltrexone
Anyone have any experience with this modality of treatment?
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Im fine............perhaps
Thank all of you for your concern...My health as far as I know it is fine...My wife as far as I know is fine and recoup is going very well with her. I overstepped my bounds in here with a pm and then with a little tiff on the site, over now but still, unnecessary. Im a lot like another gentleman in here..loves the art of…