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Has anybody tried "Questran" for diarrhea?
As you all know I have my Colonoscopy yesterday. Everything was fine.. NO CANCER OR ANYTHING ELSE> But the really good news is that I was telling the GI doc about my diarrhea problems and extreem cramping after I eat anything. He told me T call my primary doctor and ask if he'll try butting me on "QUESTRAN". My wife looked…
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Scan Results
Good news today got my results from my CT scan on the 17th all clear. CEA 1.6 Next scan June 2011. Everyone have a safe and happy new year.
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OT - surfing at the beach with the President
Hi, This is off topic for sure but cool. **** was surfing today and President Obama and his family came down to the beach. It is a small beach because it is on the Marine Corps Base so there were only a handful of people there. Secret Service all around but fun none the less. Not a bad day for a man who has been through 2…
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Happy New Year!
Well made it throught christmas. It was pretty good. My loveing kids saved up their money from shoveling snow. And went out and bought me a heart necklace. The found it on line at Jcpennys and had their Dad take them up to buy it. (you can't ask for anything more than that) I just hope 2011 has better news for all of us.…
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going home
Thank you all for your prayers and well wishes. I believe I am going home today. I've been a bit silent still, but recovery is taking a bit out of me. I'll get there. Next day after surgery I had heart problems, not sure what they were, I was kind of out of it, they did an EKG, compared it to original EKG and about all I…
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FOLFOX # 5
UGH! Did I say UGH? I don't know why but this round feels like I got a double dose or something. YUCK ... nausea even with Zofran and just so super duper tired. I'm sure part of it is worrying about my son but, I am really feeling this round something terrible. Just wanted to check in before I hit the bed early tonight. I…
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C Dixon any new about her?
I know you can think I'm always asking about people but this is the way I'm .She was having some issues with Ascites and I'm a bit concerned. Hugs my people!.
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my husband's colon cancer recurred and a new kind of fight starts
Hi, I first visited this site in Dec. 2006 when my husband was first diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon cancer and found it very helpful. He had 2 surgeries, since then, 2 series of Chemo (24 times). We were beginning to think that we're getting handle of the disease. But, We just learned that it disease spread around abdomen,…
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**UPDATE** ..on meds for missing digestive enzyme...
The Onc gave me a script for some caps called CREON. WOW.... has it ever worked!!!! If any of you are having diarrhea problems...get your enzymes checked. It was the very last thing they checked on me and thats what it ended up being. I am shocked at the difference. How can 1 little enzyme make SUCH a difference??? Don't…
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Doctor Appointment Today
Had my yearly checkup today. Pap smear won't know results for about 2 weeks but he said it looked fine then he said ok I'm going to change gloves and I said "are you giving me a rectal?" "Opps, yup that is left to Dr. Lee." Just didn't want that since just going through colonoscopy in June and seeing Dr. Lee on December 3.…
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Six years
Six years ago today I underwent a laporascopic right hemi-colectomy for stage 2a colon cancer. Early on I used to frequent this discussion group but have not in quite awhile and wanted to give an update to those who might remember me, and try to give some hope to the newbies. I did not have chemo--not because I am against…
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CEA test tomorrow!
wow, already time for my 6th month check! 2.7years NED, coming on 2 years of finishing chemo, 2 years since my colostomy take down, 2 years since I made the trip to Mayo and now tomorrow I get to go and see the oncology nurses, the lab techs- and we still exchange hugs and smiles. And then in a week I will see my…
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very very depressed
I am so depressed. I have an appt. with psychatrist on 1/18 but so far off. I am on zoloft 200 right now but doc thinks i flatlined on it cuz been so long on zoloft. As yoiu have read from my earlier post i am colon/liver and have had a few things going on my in my life these past few months. Wel, on Tuesday, I landed in…
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Pet scan
The PET scan report is sitting here on the table, Jim picked it up today, but I can't bring myself to read it. We'll see his surgeon at Loyola tomorrow and let her spell it out for us. I just feel scared it's not going to be good news. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers. Thanks, April
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Ok, so the lyrics don't apply...
This song always gets me moving and in a better mood, so each morning get up and listen to it and be thankful you are not in jail! Not good enough? Well, then just dance! Turn up your volume!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmZdvVnMXCc
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Good news maybe
I just made my appointment for Nanoknife consultation. I just happened to mention that I also have thyroid cancer and the nurse said she thought they had done one recently. That would be supercool. I'm gonna be stoked if I can get my thyroid taken care of. I should be right in the window for treatment but might still be on…
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We are here, arrived safely, WONDERFUL flight (I slept most of it...lol!)
We have now made another sucessful switch. And the bonus is that this time, my daughter came with us! YEA!!! The flight was not full, so we spread out in our little cabin...Me with 2 seats, Kristy also with 2, and Hans with 3....I slept laying down for more than half of the flight. And our cabin crew were so friendly!!!…
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bad ct scan
2 years of clean scans i got bad news today, i hate the big c... looks like surgery comin my way again seems like this wheel never stops!!! love all you peeps and lets all hope 2011 is better , i will keep you all posted on how things go!!! love you guys!!!
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Stage 4 colorectal cancer spreads to the lungs.
This is the first time I am writing on this board. My mom was diagnosed with colon/rectal cancer this summer. She underwent months of radiation and chemo. In the beg of Oct 2010 she had the tumor removed and had a colostomy bag. In Jan 2011 she was going to have the bag removed, but they found a spot on her lung in a pet…
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Gotta see this one-The Gerson Cure-Juicing
Hi All Just caught this older documentary on hulu, it's free on the internet. All about the Gerson cure, using juicing, detoxifying and using natural supplements. Very interesting documentary, and it follows a lot of what some of our 'juicers' here are doing. Been around a long time, but really suppressed in the US. It's…
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Folfox #5 delayed due to low platelets...again.
Hi Everyone! It's been a while since I've been able to get on, hope everyone is doing well and had a great holiday! We closed on our house on Monday, so it's been crazy. Jack was scheduled for chemo yesterday, they refused to give it to him because his platelets were in the 60's. How is chemo going to have a chance to work…
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colectomy
Anyone want to help me with what to expect? No need to go over the ostomy portion, but I am curious about the recovery time, pain levels, time to return to work etc. Thanks in advance!
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Hi Everyone- Thank you
Hi! It's been a rough few days but, I wanted to say hi and thank you for all the prayers and support for my son. He is still in ICU with his chest tube in and we are having some blood coming out of the chest cavity. I'm not fond of the medical community in Las Vegas and don't think I should have to tell the doctors what to…
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does anyone feel sad today
my daughter just left after one week of fun feasting laughing cooking toasting.....I feel like nothing can go wrong when she is here. I could not possibly have CANCER when she is here. I hate when the holidays are over....don't be silly girl....you will get back on track and start walking and working out and…
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mad as hell
Dec 6th I recieved my folfox #5 treatment and got unplugged on the Dec 8th. I usually get a white blood cell shot unless they are high enough. Then on the 8th the Onc Nurse trainee came and unplugged me and said see you on the 27th for your next chemo. They added a week delay becuase my platelets were low. My Onc said an…
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I know not to "read" too much
into what docs say...(it can drive you nuts), HOWEVER, got a call from rad onc office about Robert's scan and the tumor that was cyberknifed has gotten smaller!! Yeah! But there is another "spot", she dosen't think it is anything to worry about, but let's "watch it". So if it is probably nothing, why mention it?? So now…
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Live Chat for those affected by colorectal cancer- personal stories, advice and tips to others, as w
My CRC Connections An online community for those affected by colorectal cancer. A message to all members of My CRC Connections Join Us For a Live Chat Stories of Hope and Support presented by five My CRC Connections members and Colon Cancer Alliance Buddies Please join Patient Support Manager Jeannie Moore and Patient…
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KathiM are you already in De Lage Landen?
Hugs!
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are you ever lonely?
are you ever lonely locked inside cancer world? mags
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Will be gone for a few days
Just to let you know I will be off for a few days. Got a bad cold. Can't remember when I last had one. Hope everyone has a safe New Year's eve. May 2011 bring all better health and happiness. See you next year. Hugs(at a distance so you don't catch this cold...lol) Marie who loves kitties