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Dave Berry on getting a colonoscopy
On a light note, get ready for a great laugh!!! Dave Barry's Colonoscopy Journal ... I called my friend Andy Sable, a gastroenterologist, to make an appointment for a colonoscopy. A few days later, in his office, Andy showed me a color diagram of the colon, a lengthy organ that appears to go all over the place, at one…
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More News
Ok, so here it is - my husband was diagnosed on Aug 13 with Colon Cancer - found during a colonscopy. He then had an endoscope on Aug 18 - which was clear. Then Aug 19 went for blood tests and a ct scan. The ct scan results came back and it showed abnormalities on his liver. Today Aug. 26th he went to pick up the ct scan…
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Still fighting, BUT...
Hi all, I wanted to share my decision to stop treatment at this time. I am Stage IV for two years and have been on chemo of some sort the entire time. Well, I had a two month break once. My current regimen is seriously effecting my quality of life. I feel good four days out of the month. With Folfox and Folfiri I, at…
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So, here's the story
Ok, so here's the story - it's been 11 days since my husband has had his colonscopy and we found out that he has colon cancer. We still have not been able to get into to see the surgeon because he is on vacation. The doctor that did the colonscopy called my husband to let him know they got the results of the ct scan back…
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Anti-oxidants and their effects on chemo....???
I have been reading so many opposite views when it comes to the level of antioxidants someone takes in while going thru chemo treatments. Has anyone been told one way or another by their Dr. or Nutrionist about an effect anti-oxidants can have during chemo and if they help or hurt? Thanks & Be Well....
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Odd Side Effects Survey
Hey all of you semi-colons, Hope you are all doing well today. I was interested in starting a list of odd side effects that your oncologist is seemingly unable to explain. I know that over the year and a half that I have been going through the treatment process that I have brought a myriad of questions about the way I…
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Need Encouragement
Hi, I'm new to this website and blob. I'm a 43year old woman who was diagnosised with Stage 4 Colon Cancer in June of this year. Had a portion of my colon removed and currently have an ostomoy, which has become a daily dred of maintenance. I'm approaching the end of my 2nd month of chemo. . . .4 months to go. I've been…
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New to this
Hi, I am new to this whole Cancer thing. Actually not new - both my parents have died from Cancer. My husband and I just found out last week on the 13th that he has colorectal cancer, they assured us that they can do surgery on this and he will live to be 100. Last Mon the 18th he went for his endoscope - which thank god…
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Friday Riddle - LATE
RIDDLE: I am mother and father, but never birth or nurse. I'm rarely still, but I never wander. What am I?
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abdominal pain & 2nd opinion
My mom dx stage IV last november....we're approaching that 1 year mark! Anyway, she is on Folfox + avastin. She finished 12 rounds of 5fu with oxlaliplatin which was discontinued after 12 due to neuropathy. My first question is have any of you expereinced abdominal pain for a few days after chemo? She said it always is…
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What can I do to alleviate my husband's abdominal pain?
My husband is currently in the middle of his 3 round of Xeloda and Oxaliplatin (2 weeks Xeloda, 1 week off, with an infusion of Oxaliplatin at the beginning of each round.) He has had a lot of abdominal pain lately. Maybe its the Oxaliplatin? I will ask his doctor today. I am at a loss as to how to help him. He has to go…
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has anyone ever had this problem
my name is sandy and im 39. i had my colon cancer surgery in oct of 2002. ive have lots of colonoscopies since then and they have removed lots of polyps. i just had to have a ct scan done because ive been doing lots of vomiting,diarreah, and pain. it showed polyps at the surgical region and at the distal part of the rectum…
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new web design
I find the new design not as user friendly as before. I prefer old design. I'm just curious -- what is the general concensus about the new design for this discussion board? I used to check on almost daily, but now I doubt I will be here as often as before.
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Hi
Can anyone tell me what a NORMAL CEU number is? Thanks Sandi
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Anyone have high blood sugar problem?
Okay, I know its not a significant issue, but it is the one thing I have a problem with regarding diet. I am craving fruit but my sugar sky rockets if I eat it. I love eating dark cherries ( so good with bioflavinoids) and cantelope, which is in season now and rich in vitamins (I'm making myself hungry just thinking about…
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Another Still NED - but with fatty liver??
Hi gang, Well I was at the oncologist and xray, ultrasound and bloodwork indicate that I am still NED. Definitely naked happey dance time. I am looking forward to a holiday with my family. The one thing my onc said that the ultrasound indicated what he described as a possible "fatty liver" Apparently this had shown up on…
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My dearest family...
Well, one of the lessons cancer teaches us is that we need to live each day to it's fullest, because we never know. My beau's mother passed away last night. She was almost 86, and doing remarkably well. She was a holocaust survivor. And lost a son to an anyurism when he was 15. She was a grand lady, and I will miss her…
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Still NED!!!
Hi everyone. Just want to let you know that my dad's CAT scan was all clear! It's been two years since my dad stopped treatment for stage iv cc and he is still doing very well-Praise God!!! I think my dad's doctors are amazed that my dad is doing this well. Once again, thank you for all of your prayers. Please know that…
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Lung Surgery - Well It's done....
Hi everyone: I had 15 nodules removed from both my lungs last Thursday. Unfortunately there is still one remaining that they think can probably be dealt with radiation, and one that was removed but he is not positive he was able to get clear margins. I just seem to feel a little lighter, and a LOT sorer (is that a word?).…
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chemo and quality of life
Hi Everyone, I learned today that cancer has returned to my left lung. I have been on maintenance chemo,avastin, for the last 3 months. I will be going back on chemo. Unfortunately when I am on chemo I don't have a good quality of life. I am ready to go back to school to complete my master's degree and have been…
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Stage 4 at diagnoises
This is quite a new life I'm etching out for myself. I was extremely busy before this and never sick maybe a cold once or twice per year, but that's all. In late November 2007 I went to Dr. with major pain in abdomen. After a CT and trial colonoscopy, it was determined I had colon cancer. Surgeon said colon resection was…
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Stage 4 Newbie
I have been visiting this board for two months now. It is about time I introduce myself. I am 51 year young. In May 2008 I was diagnosed with rectal cancer with multiple mets to liver and lung. Docs say the liver is not operable, because of the numbers and size of the mets (biggest is 8cm). The lung shows some activities…
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Devestated - Need Help regarding spread of colon cancer to abdomen
Hello: My dad is stage IV - has been since 5/02. He has mets in his liver and lungs. His oncologist recommended that he see a radiologist to see if he or she could ablate some of the stuff in the liver. Plus, he is starting a new treatment (xeolda, oxiplatin, and avastin) on Monday (8/25). So, my mom and him went to see an…
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NED
What does NED mean? I see alot of this on here and everyone is happy, is it a good thing? Thank you Sandi
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Thank you
Thank you so much for your feed back. When I came to work this morning I could not function, but after joining this group and listening to all of you and reading other posts - I feel much better about the whole thing. I just need to get my husband to this point, feed him well, make him sleep and keep his spirits up. I made…
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Nose bleeds
Has anyone had massive nose bleeds with treatment? Yesterday I had to call 911 as it was so severe and I was faint and weak from my last infusion. I live alone so it was scary. My platelets were low, but not too bad so all is OK now. This is about the fourth one I have had in about two months. It starts all of a sudden as…
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Test results.
My dear family,I wanted to share with all of you my good news,I had a pet scan one week ago and today was the colonoscopy,everything was CLEAR. Thank you GOD!!!
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reconnection surgery
I had my ileo reversed a week ago wednesday, I was released from the hospital on friday and am feeling probably as good as you can in this situation. Other than the MULTIPLE bm's, but even those are slowly getting better (i think....i don't want to jinx myself). I know this is an odd question, but when do the bm's get any…
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Friday Riddle - ANSWER
This week's winner is pamness. CONGRATS !!!!!! :) :) RIDDLE: What kind of animal you would hate to play cards with? ANSWER: Cheetah
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Friday Riddle
RIDDLE: What kind of animal you would hate to play cards with?