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CT scan tomorrow
Hi all, Having the CT scan tomorrow and then get bloodwork and see my oncologist in a week. Feeling great and feel the results will be good. But there is always that little doubt that creeps in. Just asking to send positive thoughts at 11:30 am CDT tomorrow. Thanks, ****
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Happy Belated Birthday Emily
Hi Everyone, September 23rd Emily, 2behealed , the juice chick celebrated her Birthday. So let's all join together and wish Emily a very Happy Belated Birthday. Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday, dear Emily ..... Happy Birthday to you ! And many more my friend. Hope your Birthday was great Emily…
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detoxification
hi, i have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and i just recently got back from mayo, in minnesota, and recieved good news, kind of they did not see any cancer,and ever test was clear, but my point is to say, i've been taking natural supplements to help my body fight this disease, i'm not saying this for marketing,…
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Fact or Fiction - New Info from Doctors - Need to hear from some other experts
I have a few questions. Before the questions, I would like to say that since my dad's diagnosis in 2002 (stage IV), his doctors have all agreed that his cea is a good marker for him. We have been told this. 1. New doctors says that cea as a marker diminishes over time (longer you have cancer, it is not as good a marker for…
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Colon cancer symptoms--please help
Hello everyone. I am curious about what symptoms you had (whether you knew at the time that they were symptoms or not). I have been told that the symptoms of colon cancer are very vague. I am having a colonoscopy on Tuesday because both my Father and my Mother's Father had colon cancer. I did not think that I had any…
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Weight Loss
Can anyone or some of you share your experiences with weight gain (during chemo) and how to get rid of it afterwards?? I hope it's okay to ask My chemo treatments ended a week ago last Friday, (thank you God). I'm now left with 20 lbs of weight that I didn't have before chemo. I'm going to go back to Weight Watchers but…
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Question - Need Help
History: *diagnosed 2002 - Stage IV *2002 - two surgies to remove met in liver plus tumor in colon *recurrence in 2004 - surgery to remove mets in liver *recurrence in 2005 - surgery to remove mets in liver *recurrence in 2006 - cea at all time high of 55 and went to 189 before starting treatment (avastin) *avastin not…
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Newbie with CC
Been lurking here for sometime, reading and being encouraged by all the great posts of survival. I am 36 years old and I was diagnosed with colon cancer on August 14th, one day after our 13th wedding anniversary. Symptoms leading up to my colonoscopy were, change in bowel movements, anemia, weight loss and lack of energy.…
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Thanks for the support!
Thank you, all, for your kind words for Monday...I will keep you all posted....I was stumbling when I wrote that post...having a real pity party.... And then I read all of your posts, and this is what is so fantastic about my family here...I can't imagine that my cancer battle outcome would have been the same without you…
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update
rectal cancer with mets lungs x 3 years or so. This summer they found brain mets. Treated with radiation for 17 days. Was assurred this would work. Finished end of july. They didn't want to repeat head ct for 2 months to give the radiation more time to work. My equilibrium issues kept gettiing worse and worse. Talked them…
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Waiting for Scan Results
Geetings Semicolons! I've been off Chemo for three weeks now and am enjoying being back to work. I love my "work" and have really found renewed passion and vigour. Unfortunately that leaves me less time for connecting and blogging! Quick update for newbies... Stage 4 CC; Dx Aug '04; colon resect/liver resect/chemo '04-05;…
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My Mom
It is with a heavy heart that I tell you on August 27th at 1:30 a.m., my mom passed away. She was at home and my dad, myself, and my two sisters were with her. My family is literally reeling from the loss of my mom. Our faith is strong and I know we will get through this, but it is still very difficult. I know that she is…
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If you can spare a prayer....
Hans, my truelove of 16 years, has heart surgery on Monday. I know it's not cancer...but I would sure appreciate it if you could send up a prayer or two for the success of the procedure. Thank goodness we wait and have life-threatening troubles only when the other is well! (lol) Hugs, Kathi
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thank you!
just wanted to say thanks for the support. Still have a few obstacles to go through, before the surgery. EKG showed changes (think chemo might have caused this?) So now i have a cardiolyte stress test and an appt with cardiologist to get through too. At least it will keep me busy and perhaps keep my mind off of more morbid…
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rectal cancer recovery
my sister is 1 wk post op for rectal cancer...1 and 1/2 ft taken out ....no stoma...but she is having major problems ...she feels no warning at all and is having diarrhea 30 times a day....this is worse than a stoma ....in her eyes as she cannot go anywhere or even talk on the phone ..no warning ....anyone have this after…
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Hormone Replacement, that is the ????
To all you ladies out there, Have any of you gone on hormone replacement??? I had a hysterectomy at the time of my bowel resection. I am in full blown menopause at the ripe age of 33. Night sweat, hot flashes, extreme mood changes... I saw my oncologist Monday who put me on Premarin 0.625mg. I asked if that was a good idea…
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Huh. What now?
Stage III colorectal. Had a colon resection in June, they removed all surrounding lymph nodes, and one of 24 was positive for cancer cells. The area was so necrotic from radiation they could not really tell for sure if those cells were viable. I'm doing folfox and 5-fu for six months every other week. Before surgery, I…
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Help for Coping with Post-Treatment Depression?
Hi, All KathiM's sister here again. Thanks so much for the wonderful warm welcome you all gave me in response to my first post. It was great! Now I have another question I need help and support for. After finishing 7 weeks of treatment, somehow I thought I would take a few weeks to heal, then I would be myself again. But…
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Dancing Naked -- NED!!!
Hi Everyone, Just wanted to let y'all know that I got the results of my CT scan and am now officially NED for both the colon and endometrial cancers! It has been a real roller coaster, but all of you have kept me tethered to my seat with your information, encouragement and prayers. I just wanted to let you know how…
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CPT-11 & hair loss
Hi Everyone, I know this subject has been discussed before, but I can't remember the results. After a reaction to oxiliplatin(sp) I am now on xeloda, CPT-11 and avastin. Has anyone lost enough hair to need a wig while on CPT-11? I like to be prepared in advance for all possibilities. Please excuse all spelling errors.…
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Taxol & Carboplatin Treatment?
Hey Gang....You are all so helpful and in the know. I am starting to get apprehensive about my new treatment that begins Monday. I was recently taken off of my Folfox6/Erbitux regime and will begin treatment with Taxol & Carboplatin. Very curious to learn if others have had experience with this specific treatment regime. I…
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Good vibes, Goldfinch!
I wanted to send my good vibes along to you. I had missed your update post somehow, but I wanted to make sure you knew that I am sending up prayers for you. You are a great lady, dearheart, and I agree with you that even your oncologist (they are usually pretty hesitant with this 'hope' stuff) is hopeful, this is a GREAT…
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Tips for being sad? Anyone?
I was wondering if anyone had some sure-fire tips on how to get past the feelings of sadness, and the sense of frustration from having your life sidetracked? Sure would be much appreciated...only one I came up with is dancing...lol Hugs, Kathi
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fatigue or what??
Dear Friends, Hi, I am receiving oxaliplatin and xeloda. I am experiencing pain in my muscles and was wondering is this fatigue cause it feels like I have been lifting weights and my muscles burn?? Thanks for replies. God Bless, Robin
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Outstanding results :)
My PET scan results from yesterday came back unbelievable! (Stage IV liver mets too many to count...dx 6/06) After my 16 rounds of chemo, I guess the beast got discouraged as only one small lesion "lit up" in my liver and everything else is dead, dead, dead! No spread, etc. I was so determined to do chemo until I…
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Mary from WI - it's been awhile!
Hello Online Family, I hope each and every one of you are safe, happy, and doing well today and always! ; ) Also, and I don't know if any of you even remember me but... I just wanted to let everyone know that after my mom's battle with Stage IV Colon Cancer - she passed away, at home, and in her sleep during the night of…
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Happy Birthday Lisa Rose!!!
The one that keeps up with so many other's significant dates has one of her own tomorrow!!!!!! I have no idea how old she will be but am guessing it to be around 35...... Happy Birthday my dear friend and I intend to spend many more Paloozas and birthdays with you honey. I look forward to every single one. My love to you…
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stage 1V colon cancer with mets to the liver
anyone out there doing well with colon cancer with mets to the liver and done with chemo? If so can you tell me how your life is going without having to go to the Dr. and just waiting for your next ct scan.
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clean CT scan
I just had my first CT scan and everything came good. I'm free for 3 months if you don't count my appt with my GP Dr and a Mammo. I can't believe how many Drs I've seen in the last year. Well I'm going to enjoy my news and live. Thank-you all who have helped me through the last 6 months. I couldn't live without all the…
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When to remove the port?
I seem to recall seeing some discussion about this before but of course cannot remember the details. I'm curious as to how long people kept in their port after treatment was finished. My onc is talking about removing mine before Christmas (as a Christmas present!). I had surgery just before last Christmas, and 6 months of…