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A question for anyone here
I've got a question. My father in law is a prostate cancer survivor and just had a colonoscopy where they found 3 polyps that were precancerous. They just said that they wanted to see him again in 5 years for another screening. Is this standard? Especially for someone who has his health history? Thanks in advance,…
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2nd week of chemo
Sorry I have not been on in a while. I'm now in my 2nd week of treatment. The treatment isn't so bad but the port is painful and the marrow shot's are very painful. (not the shot the effects). Ouy! I see people up there that have it so much worse that it just brakes my heart for them and I end up feeling like a jerk cause…
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TX #8 tomorrow
In just over 6 hours, I'll be in the clinic getting chemo. After disconnect on Saturday, I'll ge over 2/3 there!
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What Size is YOUR Port?????
Evidently there are multiple sizes for ports. Size indicator must be the rubber ring just under the skin???? I was told they range in size from an area the size of an eraser tip to that of a nickel. I knew mine was small (LOL..uh huh)...but in this case it is not a good thing. It evidently limits "work space" for needles.…
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Any success w/ molecular profiling?
Hi everyone. I've been reading the boards since summer 2008, when my sister was diagnosed w/ stage 4 CRC, and am really grateful for the knowledge, support & hope expressed here. My sister has the KRAS mutation,& has run out of standard chemo options. She recently participated in a Phase I trial that worked great for…
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Cat Scan Results and Now the countdown to Liver Resection
I had a CAT scan on tuesday - I wanted one done in chicago JUST in case any blips before going to Sloan Kettering in March. Onc called me so happy to report no new cancer and some further shrinkage of tumors. CEA at 2.5. I have one more chemo then a 4 week break until the big surgery on St. Paddy's Day. (my last name is…
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Cancer foods in the news today
LONG BEACH, California (AFP) – Cabernet and chocolate are potent medicine for killing cancer, according to research presented here Wednesday. Red grapes and dark chocolate join blueberries, garlic, soy, and teas as ingredients that starve cancer while feeding bodies, Angiogenesis Foundation head William Li said at a…
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It's Scan time!
Hi, just thought I would ask for your thoughts and prayers as I have scans next Tuesday. My last 3 scans have showed no change, I still have lots of little tumors on both lungs. In November I asked my onc it we could add a little "extra chemo" to see if it made a difference. So, Because I have had few side affects, he…
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Extra Somethin, Somethin for Lisa42
Lisa42 I know you are getting your results tomorrow from your Ct scan. I just thought I would ask the board to put their extra two cents in. I believe in the power of prayer. I believe in an optomistic attitude and I believe we have sure fire capability to help change our health issues in all kinds of ways. So please add…
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Finally a Pic
Finally posted a picture and a few on the expressions page. Got Apple on the home office but I always use the Dell laptop downstairs so I had to have George show me how to use that Apple, I rarely go up there so now I'll have to work on George for an Apple laptop, twice as fast as the old Dell. Tina
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Rising CA125
Hello all you transatlantic semi colons! History ... I was diagnosed in Feb 2007 with a large tumour in my ascending colon and three lymph nodes affected by cancer ... Sailed through surgery and nine rounds of Folfox, and have been feeling great ever since. I have recently had some genetic testing and was originally…
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Shayenne......Where are ya ?
Lookin for my Sis.........
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hey lisa
Hi Lisa, Please let us know about your ct results whne you get them today!!!! Tinking of you and praying for great results. Amy
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added some new pic
I have added a pic of Dave and myself will keep the mice away lol
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Monday and Tuesday, the 8th and 9th I will be out of the office.......
I will be out of the office on Monday the 8th through Tuesday the 9th and will be back at my desk Wednesday the 10th. I am taking as JR says a couple of "Days Off" from my cancer...if anyone has any emergencies or other issues please feel free to contact any of my associates here and they will assuredly take care of any…
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CEA-update
Well, I am going to see the onc today, should get my first CEA numbers, got a bit of fear over this one. But it will be what it will be right? Later, jan Update, Well they "forgot" to draw the CEA level last week, so I have no results. And, the Dr said I should have said something last week when I had labs drawn, well…
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Update
Okay, I had chemo for the first time in 5 weeks, I was off chemo in prep. for the Sir Spheres procedure. They did a cea it was 17.1 down from 32 tested many weeks ago. Urinalysis showed white blood cells, and hazy, they sent it off for a culture. They said it could be UTI or other things.(what other things?) They did a…
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Reading Room
Colorectal Cancer Research Briefs: Written by Kate Murphy. Briefly · Hormone replacement therapy reduces risk of colon cancer. · Smoking before age 30 increases chances that colon cancer will recur. · Low CEA levels improve both survival and disease-free survival for stage II colon cancer. · Most patients want videos of…
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Now What? ........READ UPDATED INFORMATION
CT Scan… As you already know I had my CT scan today where they pump ink up your back end and look at everything. First of all it was NOT a pleasant experience. It’s been 4 hours and I’m still cramping!! Anyways I need to go back in time from when I had my surgery last August. I don’t know if I told you or not but when they…
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Avastin
Hi. I am home from work today because of a snow day at our school. We have about a foot of snow in NE PA and it is still snowing ! My daughter is skiing with my sister and I am stranded at home alone with lots of time to worry about things ! I am scheduled to start Avastin on Friday. This will be added to the Xeloda that I…
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BP under control.......... Feeling great! YEAH!!!!
Hey Evrybody!! The new meds doc gave me for my BP are working great. BP is now running 128/83. Man, what a difference..... and NO more headaches...YEAH!!!! Hope this continues. Anti-biotics have UTI under control and feeling better. I'm gonna take a nap and then go wash my new camaro!!! Great day here for a nice ride!…
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my update!!!
good evening semi's hope and pray all is well!!!! well this weekend i was back in the hospital with infection. went in friday came home at game time sunday. it was very painfull but i feel well now. i am still home recovering from my surgery!!! everyday a little stronger. just wanted to check in. be well never,ever give…
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I have a Pet and CT Scan Tomorrow
Let's hope that all comes back clear! Thanks!
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beating back the devil
CEA taken on Monday just got the results 2.1 my oncologist called to tell me- and said, "see, I told you over a year ago that you were going to be fine!" HA- he is such a compassionate doctor- I have appreciated his positive outlook and support. 20 months NED and happy to be! colonoscopy is set for Monday!
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Colonoscopy tomorrow
I'm an 8 year survivor of rectal cancer. Lately, I've suddenly lost 15 pounds and have frequent bouts of diarrhea. I'm having a colonoscopy tomorrow. Please pray that the cancer is not back! Thank you!
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Reishi mushroom extract
Hi, Going along the theme of alternative supplements- read the Cimetidine (Tagamet?) thread posted by Diane. It was talked about on another thread, as well- definitely read it and consider it if you haven't yet. Anyhow, I had heard from Serrana a while back about the possible benefits of certain kinds of mushrooms. Reishi…
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Taking A Break
Just going to take a break from the board for awhile. Just going to spend some quality time with hubby and focus on getting over this reversal surgery which has been very hard on me. Thinking about you all always and everyday. Hugs! Kim
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Day off from cancer
I think today would be a good day for me to take a day off. No cancer today. Everyone have a great Superbowl. Go Colts. John
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One Year Scan
Met with my oncologist today to find out the results of my CT scan. Drumroll....NED! So this makes it one year of being NED since my liver resection last February. I have to admit that this past week has been a real nailbiter for me as a friend of mine just had a recurrence at her 9 month scan. My stomach has hurt for the…
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Say WHAT?
Okay, so my friend is telling me at lunch today that her husband had cancer in the small 'tube' to the appendix a couple of years ago. He'd gone in for an appendicitis attack, had emergency surgery and then was called about 10 days later and told the path report said it was cancerous. (It was clogged, they were told) I…