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Update for me
I have not been on here for awhile but wanted to give everyone an update. I am in week 4 of 5 weeks of radiation and chemo (Xeloda) No problems so far except for a little fatigue. After this I wait 6 weeks for the surgery, wait another 6 weeks and start chemo again. Although I have not posted much I do look at alot of the…
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I didn't know.
When I met with my oncologist today, I had a few questions. I asked him, when will I get another scan done, will that determine if I am NED. Apparently, I was kinda considered NED after surgery because the tumor was removed, well only the casing of the tumor was left and the lymph nodes were killed by radiation. THerefore…
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Hi guys, it's been awhile....I think it's Nick's turn...:(
I've been lurking every now and again, and answered a few as I could. Been really busy trying to plan a wedding, plan a trip in November for my 30th HS reunion, keep track of my 19 year old, and recently fired my office assistant at work, so am working 7 days a week, and mostly exhausted. It's only been 12 weeks since the…
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new to this board and need help please
I am 38 and was diagnosed 3 weeks ago by a routine colonoscopy. I was having mild diareah with blood in it. I have been diagnosed with stage 4 with mets to liver. I have had a colon resection already ( on july 30) and am waiting for the next step. I live in Florida and they want me to go to Miami for liver resection after…
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OK Bring on the scan watch brigade!
Well just got carried away with all the flag raising and stuff from last week :-) So tomorrow I head off to SLC Utah for my new baseline PET/CT scan. This is the first scan since before my liver surgery last October and the first in a series of CT scans every 3 months for a year, maybe more, since I am at high risk for…
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Mouth Sores & Sore Throat with FOLFOX & Avastin
Hi, all! I know I've seen mentions here or there of how to deal with mouth sores & raw throat stuff when on chemo, but just thought maybe I could get some tips from you all to pass on to my mom... She had her 2nd session of FOLFOX & Avastin this past Tue-Thur and it has hit her VERY hard - more fatigue and now the sores.…
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Do you remember Captainhop and Marygale his wife??
Those of you that have been on this site since the fall of last year may remember a wonderful couple we got to know here. His name was captainhop and he had colorectal cancer and his wife would write updates for us ..her name is Marygale. If you got to know them they are truly the best. Marygale has been a source of…
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Does chronicle disease mean I have to keep on having surgeries?
Does chronicle disease mean I have to keep on having surgeries? My cancer just keeps on coming back. After I had surgery in 2005, 07, 08, I'm going to have another surgery at the end of September to remove a 0.6cm( now ) tumor on the surface of my liver and a 0.6cm nodule in my lung (which has not grown for more than half…
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STD and insurance story
No, it's not sexually transmitted disease, it's short term disability. I opened a claim back in October 17th 2008 so I could use intermittent days off for the days I have treatment and not have to use up all my vacation time. So the claim would let me use about 35 days as needed to deal with chemo, appointments, side…
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stage 4 colon canceer
I made the big mistake of stumbling onto survival stats on the internet. That really sent me on a spiral downward. Any stage 4 survivors out there? Any advice? Does anyone use supplements or diet along with their onc therapies? CB67839
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I need all of your help
Please help I am making myself CRAZY.....My surgery is on Monday for them to remove my gallbladder and repair two hernias.I am making myself crazy..I am crying non stop because I keep having the gallbladder pain but also pain in my lower right side. Plus I have a massive headache.I am sooo afraid that the beast is showing…
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the after affects of this discussion board
after the romance thread and the raising of the flag thread (neither of which I responded to....) the song that has been in my head all day, that I will just bust out singing? ~my baby does the hanky panky~ and I am thinking I need to rent the video: How Stella Got Her Groove Back
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facebook, myspace
I would like to invite anyone who uses this board to join my friends list on myspace or facebook. Hit me up.
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Sundanceh
Hi Craig, Just wanted to know how Kim is feeling??? Hope she is doing well...I go in tomorrow for my surgery...Thanks to both of you for your advice....JULIE
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Things that new and old but afraid to ask colorectal patients might want to know
This is for the patients and caregivers of colon cancer patients that may have had lower tumors that might have caused slight or complete male potency problems ... OK, Frank but to the point, since the women of this forum have been bold enough to go beyond (star trekkie jargin) and talk about romance issues then I too will…
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GNAWING FEELING
Well here I go again..I am going in on Monday to have my gallbladder removed and two hernias repaired...I have this gnawing feeling about this surgery but I can't put my finger on it.....I guess I am just nervous about them finding more cancer when they open me up...I had a CEA test in JUly and that came out fine but still…
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jersey sue
It is with great sadness that I post that Jersey sue passed away from her long hard fought battle with colon cancer. Sue passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Thank you all for helping her along the way.
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The Reading Room: Drug Compound That Kills Cancer Cells Is Identified
Bloomberg:Drug Compound That Kills Cancer Cells Is Identified Hatshepsut
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New to this discussion board
I am new to this discussion board. Never been part of one before, not very tech savvy. I am not a cancer patient. My mom was diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer 30JUNE2009. Dr said she had 'maybe 3 months to live'. She's only 61 years young. Not acceptable to my mom who is the most optimistic person I've ever had the…
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Something I thought interesting enough to pass along.....
Copied off of the web and pasted in here.................... The safety and effectiveness of ELOXATIN(oxaliplatin)plus 5-FU/LV in patients with renal impairment have not been evaluated. Since the primary route of platinum elimination is renal, this combination should be used with caution in patients with preexisting renal…
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My poor tiny vaginy
Bein' frank here. Two years out from a stage III DX. All clear so far after chemo, radiation, surgery, and more chemo. Radiation destroyed my vagina! It's as rigid, narrow, and dry as a pencil. It killed my ovaries, so I'm in menopause. I'm only 41. They gave me "stints" to use with estrogen cream, but I can't get myself…
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What could this be?
Hey Everyone, I am stage 4 with mets in liver, and colon resection in May. I do also have it in my stomach and lymphnodes in stomach. I was not feeling any pain in liver and stomach after surgery, but when I have Chemo it starts hurting. They can't do liver resection or anything else until it shrinks. What do you think it…
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Monicaemilia is no longer in pain
I heard from her husband over the weekend that Monica lost her battle with CRC July 17th. For those of you that didn't have the priviledge to know her, she was an amazing fighter. A Canadian that followed her countries health care plans until she needed to find others. She came to the US and got support here but when she…
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We have lost another semi-colon,
My heart goes out for the family of Theresa **tisart** I jus got this pm from her husband today...My condolences to all of her family and may they all be comforted in this time of loss......here is the PM I received from her husband just now.... I wish to inform you of the passing of my dear sweet wife Theresa, on…
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Hair loss with FOLFOX & Avastin?
Hello! I'm getting conflicting info on this in regards to my mom's chemo for her Stage IV Colon cancer, so I thought I'd ask some folks with experience - did you lose your hair with FOLFOX & Avastin treatments? My mom just started today. Actually, she is just on FOLFOX this time around, but will be adding Avastin in 2…
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I could only drink 3/4 of it! Did i screw up??
Tonight was the prep night for me, and i could only drink 3/4 of the golytely crap. Is this going to be a big deal? The effects are slowing down now, and the water isn't completely clear. I can't remember last time if it ever got completely clear. Looks like there might be some stragler stool too, but i can't really tell.…
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We are home...
surgery is over - a few scary moments but we made it thru.came home yesterday afternoon - dh is suffering from constipation right now and is exhausted. Got a call today that the paths are back from the tumor itself and the lymph nodes... missed the call so have to wait until tomorrow for the results. We are both feeling…
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Eating assistance
Strange title, but I don't know how else to put it. I need some advice about eating during the week of chemo. So far it seems that I am barely able to eat or drink anything the days following chemo. This week alone I've lost 4lbs and I know that's not a good thing. I do try to eat, but the problem is most things taste…
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Calling on lesvanb (Leslie)
Leslie, I tried to PM you on this. I also tried to add you to my friends list but for some reason I can't do it. You had mentioned that you go to the Huntsman Cancer Institute here in Utah. I am wondering what Onc you see and what you think of the place. My husband has an appointment on the 28th of this month. Please get…
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Happy Birthday Lisa P, ((((((((( Scouty ))))))))))))
Have a wonderful Birthday my dear friend. Looking forward to Colon Palooza 7 this fall and remember what happens in " Key West " stays in Key West. Have a wonderful day and fabulous year. Love, Lisa, Andy and Andrew