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Gong for Round 11
Off to get my round 11 of treatment, hopefully it's shrinking whatever is laying on my liver. Well let you all know what my CEA level is at, hopefully it stayed the same .2. Praying for NED!
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For Buzzard
Hi Buzzard, We don't know each other, but I have seen your posts on the boards. This morning I am sitting at work reading back over old threads, and I came across a post from a young girl "Sophie" who posted that her mother had passed away. She apparently is not from this country, and is alone in this world. Everyone who…
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Where is Buzzard?
Buzzard? I haven't seen ya since I got out of the hospital, are you ok? whatcha been up too?? Hugssss! ~Donna
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New Jersey Semi~Colons?
Hello, Just inquiring about site members in NJ. Thanks
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PET/CT today
Get results Thursday. This is my first test since DX. Hopefully I will see improvements. Onc said we will discuss options at this time. Regardless..... I am not scared & I will continue to fight. Wish me luck and I will take all prayers..... Thanks guys Jennie
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Liver surgery delayed
Well, I was eager to progress to liver resection surgery and get on with my path to a cure. Liver surgery is supposed to be the "Gold Standard" of care. Before surgery it was suggested I go to Memorial Sloan Kettering in NYC for a second opinion. The result; the experts thought I should hold off on surgery and try 3-months…
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Teenagers UGH
Boy oh boy all I am good for anymore is my car and my money......I have a 18 year old daughter and let me tell you UGH UGH UGH!!!!!!!!!!!! All she can think about is her boyfriend (of 1 year and 1/2 years).... I really miss doing things with her but I also know thats life...I do remember what its like to be 18…
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First round of chemo
Well, we are finally starting my husband's chemo tomorrow. It's kind of surreal to feel so relieved to finally fill him up with toxins- my definition of normal is so altered! Anyway, I have really appreciated being able to read through everyone's experiences with chemo so wanted to say thanks to everyone for being so open…
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Prayers, Prayers and
more prayers needed today. I have my 2nd Interview with Loudoun County Public Schools (Construction Dept) at 11:00 a.m EST. I really need this
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Scared!!
Hello everyone, I am off to have my 5th Chemo treatment tomorrow, would you please pray for me that I will have minimal side effects and shrinking tumors. I am very nervous and scared and need prayers. Thank you, Patti
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Medical study shows aspirin of value in colon cancer issues
If you go to the following web site, you will see an article that deals with the positive aspects of aspirin in helping with colon cancer. Here it is: http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2009/08/11/20090811cancer-aspirin11-ON.html?source=nletter- This was also in the morning paper today. It is an interesting read.
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I`m off to the chopping block
Tomorrow I get my first scan and marker levels since my original diagnosis. Wed. I will meet with the onc to find out if my neck is still in the noose and discuss my future. Minor little things like if I actually have a future. I think it will turn out well but I am prepared for whatever comes. Best case scenario I will be…
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SIR-Spheres microspheres for metastatic colon cancer - comments?
Hi everyone, My sister-in-law sent this to me today - her co-worker's mother is having some success. You may already have heard about it, but thought I'd share it for those who may not have. Would be interested in hearing your thoughts. http://www.sirtex.com/content.cfm?sec=usa&MenuID=1110 Of course the stats under…
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VATS x3 tomorrow!
I'm off to the cutting board again tomorrow afternoon @ 12:30. All prayers welcomed! By the way, nice to see pictures of you guys...Lisa42, Craig and Phil! -Sheri
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It's always something.
As Gilda would say, "it's always something." My husband (stage III and later IV) sees his oncologist every month. I admire/revere/totally trust his oncologist, but I have to confess that I dread the monthly visit. Even more than the monthly visit, I dread the day after the monthly office visit. My husband has routine blood…
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Phil- like the new pic
Hi Phil, Just wanted to comment I like your new avatar picture! (This one also doesn't have the "black and white head" you spoke of- lol! :) :) Have a great day!!! Lisa
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Questions ?
I know I just posted, but was unrelated to this one. I was Dx in May with CC with Mets to liver. My husband had lost his job and my insurance had expired. We were in the process of getting ins. coverage when I was Dx. So, I was not insured. I was treated as indegent (self pay)at the hospital and had a colon resection and…
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Question for Craig concerning upcoming Thoracotomy
Craig, Nice picture of you. OK, that's not my reason for starting this thread. I also thought let's get these technical questions off the Buzzard thread and into a different on. I do hope he is OK though... You mentioned: "CyberKnife is a device that delivers highly concentrated radiation with surgical precision. It is…
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Friday Riddle Answer
RIDDLE:A certain investment doubles Joe's money every five years. If Joe leaves all the money invested, in 40 years he'll have 384,000. How long will it take to have $340,000 if he starts with twice as much money? How much money did he start with? ANSWER: It would take 35 years if he invested twice as much. Think of it…
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Obituary for Susan Kowalski
Susan Kowalski known here on the CSN as jerseysue was a very special lady, sadly she lost her battle to this disease last week. She will be sadly missed by all her friends here at the CSN. Our thought and prayers are with her husband Mike and her children. Always, Lisa KOWALSKI, Susan E. of Bay City, Michigan. Mrs.…
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Anyone hear from Limey?? Any update?
Haven't noticed any posts from Mark. Has anyone heard from him, or know how he's doing? I get concerned about you stage IV's when you don't keep in touch! Many hugs, Krista
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Self tanners during chemo?
Okay, I'm so vain! My darned legs are SO WHITE and I have two bottles of a self tanner. They're screaming at me every time I go in the bathroom. Calling me 'chicken legs' and 'zombie girl'. Has anyone used a self tanner during chemo and not turned green or had some strange reaction?
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Teresa7374
Teresa, I am re-posting your post from another thread. Sometimes questions tend to get lost in longer threads and I wanted to make sure the posters here saw your question and responded to you. This was the post from the other thread: "Could you please give me some info. i am a 43 yr old female diagnosed with stage iv colon…
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How do you all do it?
Hello my semi colon family, Just a ramble here, feeling a bit low today. You all know I suffer from depression and panic attacks started after the cancer, had depression before but was recovering from it. I have a supportive husband, family and friends. I am going to get counselling for the panic attacks etc and the…
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Scouty-have question about UNC hospital
husband dx with stage iv rectal cancer 6/09. just completed 6 weeks xeloda, radiation. next is ct scan an ultrasound (in chapel hill, i believe) would appreciate any input. thanks
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Blood tests, CT scan
I am having a blood test this week and on the 17th a CT scan of my kidneys. Then a few days later see my onc. I have felt pretty good since last lab work, but this whole CT thing is really beginning to scare me all over again. I know I have to b e checked on a regular basis, but I feel as if the ax is hanging over me all…
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Any Oncologists you recommend in Chicago Area?
I am starting the process of 2nd opinions. I am waiting for my Medical records. I go To Loyola University Medical Center. Dr Shelly Lo is my onco. I was blessed to get an appt with Dr. Al Bensen, at Northwestern, who was recommended to me as a colorectal cancer specialist. Any others I should seek out? I'm seeking 2nd…
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Nana B
Wondering if you got your scan results! Been praying for you and worried because haven't seen you post. Valley
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I Finally got this chemo party started
Woohoo I finally got to get my chemo started today. I took that Neulasta shot Monday and Tuesday and my WBC went from Monday 1.8 to today 14.3 (normal is 3.8-10.6) Neutrophil from .66 to 12.30 (normal is 1.40-7) so two days worth of shots did it for me. Instead of the 10 day continuous shot they said I only need to do the…
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Updates
Hi, dear all.Yesterday was a good day to us.My hubby and I went to see the surgeon,the surgeon couldn't do a ultrasound because my hubby just finished chemo and radiation a week ago,so he only checked him with his finger,then we chatted some about the coming up surgery.The surgeon said the good thing is he couldn't feel…