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Finally started chemo today!
Today was the day! Chemo finally started. I'm going to be very lazy - I am posting from my CaringBridge site rather than write it all again - I'm pretty darn tired right now. We had a change in plans. My husband Bruce was going to take me the first two times, and then if all goes well I will drive myself. I made a dentist…
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Birthdays
I would like to start a Birthday Thread of anyone who wants to join in. This way I will not forget anyones B-Day /Special Day. We could also add our NED Day as well. I will go first DOB: 6-30-64 NED: 7-10-06
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cea level was down
Even though I have been off the chemo for 24 or so days, with going on my trip and Dr. cancelling chemo when I got back because of my pain,so he scheduled scan instead. I had my 10th chemo yesterday and it's weird that all of my pain is gone now! anyway my cea level was down from 11-10.5 I was so excited about that news…
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BIRTHDAYS, NED & DODs
I have prepared the list from the responses I received on my thread titled "birthdays" and wanted to let a few know that I am missing some information if you wish to provide: Shayenne: DOD (date of diagnosis) Idlehunters: Name and DOD Annabelle: DOD Liefjasmine: Name Buzzard: DOD Patsy1954: DOD Patteee: DOD Jullie 44: DOD…
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fluid build up in the pelvic area
Hi I just got back my CT and it doesn't look too good. I've been in the fight for 3 years but now the CT shows "perihepatic, perisplenic, and pelvic ascites with increased omental nodularity". And we're supposed to understand this?? I did some research and it sounds like fluid around the site of the original tumor that was…
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fluid build up in the pelvic area
Hi has anyone shown to have fluid buildup around the pelvic area? My latest CT shows some ascites or fluid where the tumor used to exist. Anyone have this before??? I know it's not good news but I'm hoping that someone has had this before. Thanks
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It's Back
Well, I haven't been on here in a while, but I do check in from time to time. My husband was diagnosed in August 08, had surgery Sept. 08 and then started 6 months of aggressive chemo and was NED after aggressive chemo. He has been on maintenance chemo ever since April 09. Monday he had a PET scan and today we got the…
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neurologist???
hello cyber family im still lurking around but my hands hurt so bad i just dont feel like typing.i went to my onc for a 3 month check up,it has been 3 months since my last chemo treatment.i told her how bad my neuropathy is and she is sending me to a neurologist on nov.11.has anyone here delt with a neurologist for their…
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Updates
Hi everybody! Checked in last night but you guys must have been talking up a storm to make the site crash! Since I last posted, have seen the surgeon (he wasn't very excited about the condition of the mass, said it was typical. What does that mean?) Had my CT scan today but don't know what the outcome was. Surgery is…
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Picture
I just added a couple of pictures of my new grandson. Will have lots more to share after the weekend! Again thanks for all the prayers God Bless Beth
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Fit to be tied!
Hi Everyone - Well we got through the first Onocological appointment. Staged Denny at iiB and offered him a round of Chemo - FOLFIRI or he has the options of CAPECITABINE - ORAL (Xeloda). Onc said there is no evidence that Chemo helps at all for Stage ii and at most IF it did possibly could be between 5-10% chance on…
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Hernia
Well it appears that the outie belly button that I was getting lately is a Hernia. Luckily, no surgery is needed right now, they will just keep an eye on it. My CEA level is normal and my CT Scan will be in two weeks. If all is good, then I will not need another scan until after the new year. My fingers, toes and crossed!…
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They stopped my Chemo
I made it to number 8 of 12 and my onc told me that because of all the side effects I'm having that it's not worth going on. I go in today because I still have a blood clot from my first port that goes from my jugular to my arm pit. They scanned it a few days ago and it is the same from the July scan, not sure what they do…
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YOU ALL ARE JUST THE BEST
I really cant find the words to thank all of you, the response here is just so overwhelming! I knew that I could count on all of you!!! Little John is doing much better. I am going to try and get a picture of him up soon as I get home from work. I am leaving Phoenix tomorrow after a Doc appt to go and meet my little guy in…
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Kristas new look
Looking good , michelle
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When was the last time you really LAUGHED
Adrian started it all last weekend when he posted the Dom and Johnny Carson skit- dang I haven't laughed like that in a long time. Then this past Sunday in the Star Tribune (Minneapolis paper) is an article about laughter and yoga Yoga with yuks http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/64582932.html?elr=KArksUUUoDEy3LGDiO7aiU…
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Does it ever end
I am ALWAYS worried that every ache and pain that I get is a reoccurence.Does it ever end??? Will I ever stop freaking out about it??? I am letting it run my life I worry sooo much about it. What can I do to just stop it?????? Thanks.................JULIE
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Heartwarming Teacher Story on Today Show
This was on the "Today" show, which put me to tears, it was so heartwarming, thought I'd share, about a teacher with Stage 4 CC and her students: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/33430589#33430589 Hugsss! ~Donna
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EVERYONE PLEASE PRAY FOR MY GRANDSON *UPDATE*
John Hunter was just born by C-section, he is not doing well, having problems breathing and he swallowed his poop, and he might need to be transferred from the military hospital to another, we are waiting for results to see if there is any lung damage. My daughter is fine, she is sedated and doesnt know what is going on…
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Whoa... hair getting real thin.... if and when will it grow back in???
Do I have to wait till I stop chemo before my hair will grow back in ??? .... or does it just get to a point and then thats it and it starts to grow back in??? Every day it's getting thinner and thinner and man I am missing it :( Jennie
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New to the Board
Hello all. Husband George diagnosed with colon cancer, Stage IV, mets to liver and lung via colonoscopy on 3/27. Transverse colon resection 4/2, just completed all 12 chemo treatments of Anzamet, Decadron, Oxaliplatin, Leukevoran, Avastin and 5FU along with the 48 hour fanny pack. Drugs were administered over a 2 day…
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New Member Introduction
I was diagnosed on Oct 5 with Stage IIB cancer of the Sigmoid Colon. I live in Boston and am 62 years old. I am an artist. I was having symptoms for a few months before the colonoscopy. The doctor said if I waited another six months it would be inoperable. This is all new to me. And I have been bouncing around emotionally…
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Staging
Hi All, Was anyone staged prior to surgery or treatment? If so, were you restaged following surgery? Thanks!
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maintenance therapy
Has anyone had surgery, clear PET and CT scans and still gone on "maintenance therapy?" Serrana
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JUST SPOKE TO KIMBY
Hey Guys ..... I finally dug up Kimby's phone number and gave her a call. She has been having some issues but I told her she could tell you guys about that. She is hoping to be posting again by the week-end. She is OKAY though. I told her we were all thinking and praying for her. Peace....... Jennie
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It's Out!
Ok, to the ones who are on the Christmas Card List, I just sent the List out in PM's to you all, I'm sorry for any misspellings and typos, but I know with Annabelle41415 (Kim) please add South to her addy...anything else I did wrong, please shoot me! and imliness is LMLIESS! sorry! that's what happens when you rush! and…
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First MRI since DX this evening
I will have my first MRI today since my DX just a couple of weeks ago. Please keep me in your prayers today and tonite. God Bless, Amy
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Suzette Sommers and Alternatives on the Today Show
Hi Semis! Did anyone else catch Suzette Sommers on the Today Show just a little bit ago? What a story, huh? Being told you have cancer throughout your body and it turns out to be a fungal infection type of thing. wow! Of course now I'm curious about her book, which is the whole reason for her promo.... peace, emily
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The Cat Is Out Of The Bag - Craig Update
Craig was feeling much better today so I went to see him. To all of you who participated in getting Craig a gift - Thank you so much and I know there were many more of you who would have gotten involved but I had a short time to contact everybody and I am sorry if anybody feels left out of the loop. That having been said ,…
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pictures of my baby boy - on my expressions page
I dont know how else to post pictures. So, check out my expressions page for some pics of little Aven Marcus. We are settling in quite nicely and his daddy is oh so in love with his little boy! If there ever was a reason for him to keep fighting if the cancer ever returns - this is it! But, we are hopeful that we've beat…