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Any Stage IV c.c. survivors out there? Port problems?
I was diagnosed with colon cancer last October, had a resection and six months of chemo. Am starting another cycle on Monday (two defective ports later, I have a third one put in on Wednesday). Anyone out there a Stage IV survivor? Anyone had problems with their port-a-caths?
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Kerry's picture is on the CSN homepage
In the Celebrate Life box. Has it always been so and I just missed it? The pictures seem to rotate, but his has been there every time I checked in today!
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JOHN23.... where is he?????
Anyone have any info on John?????? Jennie
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Nasty Nausea!
Oy vey... what a nasty four days this has been. As you all know, I got the first treatment of Irinotecan on Monday. I did notice a queasy/stomach upset while being infused but couldn't really determine if it was nausea or intestinal upset/cramps. So the chemo nurse did give me a shot of Atropin, which sort of helped.... so…
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hello
Hello all. I am new to all of this.. Any suggestions or comments on how to get around??
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We are meeting with the colon surgeon
So today we are meeting with the colon surgeon and the radiation doctor to see what we are going to do before surgery and I will be asking about the radiation is it 5weeks or 5days and what about chemo .I'm hoping he don't need radiation so we would love some good vibes thanks everyone hugs to all Tina
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Kerry ~ No news is good news
Hi guys... I'm Kerry's buddy and talked to him Wedensday late afternoon. He was in a great mood and was at his sons house so he can check in at 5am for his surgery. I wished him luck and to give me a call when he can. I also talked to Susie (Kerrys wife)and asked her that if anything crazy happens to PLEASE call me. So at…
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why am I so sleepy???
I have been soooooo tired for the past 2 day. I sleep 10 hrs a night and move from the bed to the couch where I lounge the rest of the day. I am not physically tired but every time I lay my head down I fall asleep. I catch myself saying all the time "gosh, I'm tired" Man, whats up with that. My RBC is low...slightly anemic…
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Gene therapy?
The tumors in my liver are huge and they aren't colon cancer...Upper/lower/mid has a tumor 5.2x4.3x6.8cm and the lower right lobe has 12.7x5.1x4.9cm. When my liver was checked July2010 there was nothing. Currently my other organs seem to be tumor free though there is a node and some tiny spots on my lungs that haven't been…
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Update
First let me say that I am so tired of posting not so good news and yesterday I kinda fell down that damn cancer blackhole a bit. I'm still processing and thinking things over. Good news/bad news ... No more FOLFOX for me .... ever . One good thing though is it looks like I get to bring my son home today!!! woo hoo I am…
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Question addressed to those living in Australia:
Just read an article posted in your Tuesday's Adelaide Now, titled:"Unsexy cancer snubbed" which states that ".....Australian oncologists were still not able to give their patients access to a drug called Erbitux." Is that true?
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Happy Valentine's Day
For my family and friends: It’s the gift of L.O.V.E. L stands for listen… pay full attention when your partner talks. Stop what you’re doing and don’t interrupt. O is for observe... make getting to know their likes and dislikes a priority. V is for value… value them for who they are…what makes them unique. And E is for…
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OK...I gotta do this........Please take a peak in here...
For all of us that suffer through this disease and for all the caregivers, mom, brothers, sisters, BIL, SIL,Gramma, Papaw,GG moms, GG paws...anyone associated with cancer....simply (1) state your avatar or initials or first name or nick name.... (2) your role in this disease such as patient, caregiver to sister, brother,…
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Tausha
Tausha.....Hope that everything goes well today for you. You will do just fine! Remember to breathe! Take Care....Sending lots of energy your way! Barb
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Happy Valentine's Day!
Wishing everyone a Valentine's Day filled with love, laughter, chocolate + improving health!
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OK...gonna get me another cup of coffee...BRB.......
OK, Im back...I got a short story to tell on myself and its not very glamorous to me but im gonna tell it anyway. Mainly cause none of you are here to see me face to face. ( I get real brave when Im talking to my computer screen). I am sitting here running my tongue over what use to be my teeth's place of residence. You…
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APB GOING OUT FOR KERRY S............WE NEED INFO.......WE NEED LAST NAME... A Small UPDATE !!!
OK, someone somewhere has got to know his last name...I did find out what his Miracle Dr was by posts and I do have an email sent to his office...I don't know if I will hear anything or not out of it...This is getting kind of aggravating...Anyone out there have any other ideas ???
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impactzone..........Chip, how are you after surgery..........
Can you give us an update....been on my noggin for a while, haven't heard from ya in a while...Hope this finds you well.............buzz
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Jorge is seeing the rediation doctor today
well guys today we go and see the rediation doctor to see if Jorge has to have rediation .has anyone had rediation done in the lower part of the colon and if so did it work?thanks to all of you hope you all have a great day .hugs Tina
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Butt Glue
As a result of the surgery my cheeks are glued together. Anyone know if this is permanent, or will the glue come off with time?
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Promising news about Rob
This came from Rob's daughter. I'm so glad for Rob and his family! *hugs* Gail Dear Family and Friends, Dad's doing well. He has been moved from ICU to the spinal care centre. This is very good news. He met with a physiotherapist today and we are looking forward to the next stages of his recovery. As of right now dad is…
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red blood count ???
Hello my friends :) chris had a check up today and was told they wanted to re check his blood count.. They said his red count went way up. What does your red count mean?? Boy cancer is such a learning process....lol Loves, Mel
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Finally some good news in my life!
We just got approved for home modification.. we had not made a payment since July 2010. Paying two cars, a kid in college,my salary was cut in half with the employers disability benefits and my spouse could not land a job, after he was layed off without collecting any money.We had exhausted all our savings paying mortgage…
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A Dutch treat...
Yesterday I was reminded of how small The Netherlands is...lol... Saturday morning we left home early to go to a new snufflemarkt in Enschede. Not too far drive, about an hour Southeast of us. Found some great stuff...but oddly I heard many people speaking German as well as Dutch. So, I looked at a map...only 6 kilometers…
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OGammy01
Has anyone heard how her liver resection went? I believe she was supposed to have it on the 7th. I haven't seen her on the board, just wondering if any has heard or seen her on the board. Many thanks for any info. Winter Marie
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bad side effects already
I have been on Xeloda for 10 days now and am having terribel side effects...i don't have the naseau but am very constipated. my mouth is sore and feels more like side effect of oxi than xeloda. the one that really bothers me is, I seem to have trouble focusing (with my eyes) has anyone ever ehad this side effect with…
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Hello everybody it's FRIDAY here ! anything interesting this weekend?
As usual Friday dinner with friends and Cinema on Saturday, Sunday with my mother and siblings lunch! Hugs!
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21 hours to go
We drove to STL yesterday - the old gut feel said to. Down on the farm the snow be coming down heavy today. I go in at 5:30am. My gut says I will be able to post from the nurses station by Friday. If I can't that is ok to. At the least, I will check out with my boots on. Kerry (old guy that puts a lot of trust in his gut…
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I'm three years old today!!
Three years ago today I had my colon resection which in my mind saved my life... Although I had two reoccurences, I know the most important surgery was the first one... I am thankful and a very happy three year old today!!!!!!! Your Friend-in-Penn
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Lisa, Nana b, Gail and Sara
you ladies have a blast today, and post pics if you can on here or fb. Hugs to you all