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Craig Update
F.Y.I. for those to whom it may concern, I have to postpone my visit for a day because Craig`s wife said he is in alot of pain and wouldn`t be very good company. He said he wanted to see me and hated to tell me no but he is looking forward to a visit tomorrow and he thinks he`ll be feeling better by then. If not, there is…
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Hollyberry do you remember her
I remember her posting alot, I read on csn emotional support that holly is losing her battle with cancer. I am sad. michelle
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Anybody heard from Sonia32?
I know she was having a really rough weekend, and I'm wondering if anyone has heard from her. I sent a PM, but haven't heard back. And Sonia, if you're reading this, please let us all know how you're doing! Adrian
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Familal Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)
Hello, I am a 40 year old female, several years ago I was diagnosed with FAP (Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, A rare inherited cancer predisposition syndrome that can develop into Colon Cancer. Since the diagnosis I have been receiving annual colonoscopy. The average amount of polyps collected from my colon were 10-15, in…
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CP 7 Toasts
Hi Semi-colons!!! Some of us are off to Colonpalooza 7 in Key West this week. It is an annual celebration of life and lives for us semi-colons for those that can attend. For those that can't, how bout sharing a milestone you would like us to raise a toast to. It can be anything, "major or minor" milestones; NED, surgeries,…
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Our Caregivers
Hi everyone, I just thought I'd write something about our caregivers. The other night my husband came home from work, and as soon as he saw me, he started to cry. He had a bad day. He couldn't stop thinking about all that's going on and I guess he was a little overwhelmed. Why I'm writing is, we have to remember that they…
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Feds: No more arrests for pot-smoking patients
New guidelines will apply in 14 states allowing medical use of marijuana WASHINGTON - Pot-smoking patients or their sanctioned suppliers should not be targeted for federal prosecution in states that allow medical marijuana, prosecutors were told Monday in a new policy memo issued by the Justice Department. Under the policy…
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Cancer Sucks!!
Hi guys, It not that I'm having a bad day or anything but sometimes the black cloud of cancer hanging over my head gets old. CANCER SUCKS!!! Brooks
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Restaging?????? What Does That Mean?????
I have a PET scheduled for 9/26 and I got a letter in the mail from the Oncology Center saying this scan is for restaging. HUH? I thought once a IV always a IV...right??? Jennie
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Scary Allergic Reaction!
Hey Semi-colons! Looks like there's been a little bit of a rumble in the room lately, huh? Sure glad my days of being in the middle of the fray are over (I hope). HA! So I'm back from my 30 year high school reunion weekend extravaganza and where do I land but in the ER! Not once but twice! YIKES! I'm driving with my son,…
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Just Wondering???
I was just wondering where everyone is from? It seems like everyone is really far away mileage wise but glad that they are close in the cyberworld. We are in Tennessee just wondering if anyone was close by. Amy
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Post treatment supplement list-neuropathy supplements included
Hi folks I'm posting this here because there have been some questions about supplements, especially for neuropathy, and I've been wanting to get this all down in one place as a reference for folks of what I'm doing. I'm adding supplements for the GI tract plus anti-cancer supplements, . So scroll down for the supplement…
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LAR (low anterior resection)
Has anyone had the LAR procedure and, if so, what side effects did you experience? Did you have fecal incontinece?
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gone over the edge
my dear semi colon family you are probably getting tired of the crazy chick from england csn should devote a board to mental health issues caused by cancer. need your prayers & good thoughts not doing so well today l basically flipped out this morning my husband not talking to me triggered it.l just started throwing things…
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Singing for the Semis
Hey, folks. I was asked to sing a solo at church this morning. I've sung the song before, "Make Me A Channel of Your Peace." It's based on writings of St. Francis of Assisi. Anyway, I was nervous about it, but I found great comfort in thinking about all of y'all. The refrain says, "Oh, Master grant that I may never seek,…
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Thanks everyone for all your help.
I recently posted several messages about problems I have been having with chemo and other stuff regarding colon cancer and I received many, many helpful responses which I haven't responded to until now. I'm sorry I haven't responded to all of your very kind messages and all your help before this. I was just too sick to do…
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Just talked to Craig`s Wife - It appears to be good news
The spot was not on his lungs, it was in the general proximity. The surgeon said that the spot did not look cancerous but they are still waiting on tests. Craig is going to be in the papers for being the first recipient to receive this kind of surgery in North Texas. Who knew? Donna`s lion will be roaring for all of us.…
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"Thank-you to the Old timers"
I want to send my personal thanks to the "old-timers" who continue to post & tell their stories. I know that once someone is "cured" or NED it is important to get back into a "normal" life and life is busy. I really appreciate it when people who have "won" this battle come onto the board take the time to share their…
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History Of Cancer Timeline
I thought this was interesting. It shows how cancer has been around for a VERY long time. It was on the internet so take it for what it's worth... From the site http://www.cancerquest.org History Of Cancer Timeline
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Tonight on 60 minutes
I thought I would let everyone no that on 60 minutes tonight they will be doing a segment on the KAZIUS cancer machine. Paula
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Over a barrel....needing to vent....Sorry for the rambling
As for support....what support???? My mother lives with us and although she tries and means well it really is not at all helpful. She was also just diagnosed with Basal Cell Carcinoma (skin cancer) and is awaiting some results from a pap smear to find out what is going on female wise. I am hoping that it is not cancer as…
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Friday Riddle Answer
This weeks winner is PGLGreg. CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!! RIDDLE: There were 4 people sitting in a row, trying to win $50 from a riddle. The one in front was wearing a red hat. The second from the front was wearing a blue hat. The third from the front was wearing a red hat. The last was wearing a blue hat and is blind-folded.…
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Liver hypodensity
I was dx with stage 3 colon cancer in June 08, a right colectomy and chemo( folfox) for 6 months thru feb 09. My last ct this past Friday shows a 4mm liver hypodensity which is increased from 2mm in ct done December 08 does anybody have this similar result and what does it mean? I'm scared I hope it's not reccurence as I…
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Craig or Eric
What paper is it going to be in. Do they have an online version? I hope so, otherwise one of you guys is gonna have to mail me the article.
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New to this
Thank you to all who gave me such a warm welcome and inspiring words. I will certainly take them to heart and REALLY try to be positive. My kids and husband and his kids have been very supportive so I should count myself as being very lucky. Now with friends on this board, I CAN DO IT! Will keep you updated on my doc's…
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feces after radiation is completed
My radiation oncologist told me that after radiation treatment was completed, I would pass blood and sluff off some of the cancer. Does anyone know what color the feces would be, and its consistency?
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New Grandparent!!!
Wow even in the middle of life's difficult momements we have received a wonderful little blessing of good!!! Last night at 11:51pm our Grandson, Gavin, was born. He is our first grandchild and he is the most beautiful little thing there is. I promise not to gush too much, but I am so grateful to have been able to see this…
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Nausea meds
Can you all help me with something? What are you taking for Nausea? In the hospital they gave my hubby Zolfran and it worked good. When he started the FOLFOX and pump for 46 hours they gave him a prescription for Compazine. This crap scares me when he takes it. The first time he took it for nausea he was laying in the bed…
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Healthy Eating: Veganmofo
There has been some discussion on this board of late about a healthy diet being a good support for one's immune system during cancer treatment. I certainly know that we have hued to that purpose during my husband's treatment. Since my husband also has heart issues, I believe our low-fat diet has improved his heart function…
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Our baby boy is here!
Just about one month after my husbands final chemo treatment we delivered a healthy and happy baby boy into this world! He was 7lbs 4oz and absolutely perfect! My husband is so in love with his little boy!!! Cancer will never tear this family apart!!