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Colorectal Cancer

Chemopreventive potential of Singulair (montelukast sodium)
Singulair is a popular drug to treat asthma and allergies, which was very effective for me, but which I discontinued on my cancer diagnosis because I thought it inhibited my immune system, which I wanted to be at its best to fight cancer. However, Spring winds and pollen really effected me this year and out of despair, I…
Stage 2A- Chemo or no chemo after surgery??
Hi Everyone I am new to this board and to posting online. On March 14 I had surgery to remove a T3 size tumor and colon resection. 33 Lymph nodes were removed with ovaries and tubes and all were clear. Did not Metasisize. The tumor had gone to the bowel wall so Dr is recommeding chemo. but observation is an option as well.…
Surgery 2 years ago today
2 years ago today I spent the day in surgery after being diagnosed with a recurrence in March. I was not in a good place emotionally. A 3rd surgery, this one just months after aggressive chemo and the loss of one friend to cancer and one of my dearest friends to ALS just a few days prior. To be honest I had just about…
4 weeks ago colon surgery can not keep food down
Starting Xeliri + Avastin
I'm still maintaining and even adding to my natural protocol; but with my cancer being so aggressive I'm going to add some chemo. I've worked out a schedule of Xeloda one week on, one week off, Irinotecan and Avastin infusions every 2 weeks. My Oncologist believes this is a strong combo, so we'll know if I respond from my…
Recovering from liver resection
Got home Friday, after my Tues liver resection. The pain is definitely difficult. But it is comforting knowing that all the known cancer is out. Does anyone know how long the incision is very painful. I know the recovery period is 4 to 6 weeks. And that an incision through the diaphragm is especially painful. But there is…
Words of Encouragement
I was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cecum cancer. I had surgery to remove the tumor and will begin chemo soon. Then more surgery to remove 2 nodules on the liver. Any words of encouragement would be appreciated as I’m anxious about my prognosis.
Bone cancer ?
I'm just wondering if anyone had any testing or results that indicated their CR cancer spread to the bones and what symptoms were there?
Ugur
Just wondering how you are feeling and if you have gotten your port inserted yet. Sounds like you had a pretty long treatment the first go around. Hopefully with the port inserted it will be shorter. Hope that you are feeling ok. Come back on the boards with any questions - we are always here to help. Kim
Colon Cancer and metastasize to Lungs
I’m a Stage 4 Colon Cancer that has metastisized on my Lungs. my doctor found it this month. I had a cough for a month and they put me on antibiotics for a week to suppress the infection. Last time they checked the size of an old nodule on my left lung increased and I had 3 new ones 1.6mm the most. I am scheduled for check…
Seeding?
My father has a needle biopsy on his lung, following a CT scan that showed a new suspicious spot on his lung. I have been researching and found some information on something called "seeding." Are needle biopsies common and should the fear of seeding cause some to opt out?
Blood Clots
My husband's face has been swelling up and turning a deep dark red color with a lot of pressure. Now his arms are swelling up like a ballon. Dr. ordered ultersound and sure enough he has at least 12 blood clots from neck, arms and armpits. Dr. also believes he has Superior vena cava obstruction (SVCO) and is ordering a…
IS IT TRUE THAT.....
Is it true that eating ice cream, candies, cookies or bread isn't good to us cancer survivors? If so, what is bad about it? Made me wonder
One to go....
Just fiished up on Thursday with round 11...one more to go!!! Wasn't sure I would make it through. I feel like it is doing it's job, and the CEA score has dropped 25% or more every week. Of course, after round 12, we will taking pictures to really see how things are coming along. I want nothing more than to be off the…
Did you ever feel this sensation while on FOLFOX ?
I got an extreme weakness on my legs together with a sensation of cold despite I wear two coats on my legs.Any of you has experimented this kind of sensation due to folfox? I was on folfox 3 years ago but never had this feeling ,( well it was summer then). Thank you in advance my friends.
I can’t believe this is happening!
My dh had a liver resection almost 4 weeks ago. He had a new baseline CT done and I just read the results online. Multiple new masses were found in the liver again! How have new lesions formed so fast? We haven’t met with the oncologist yet, but it doesn’t look good. Please tell me that someone else has dealt with this!
Melatonin and Colon/Rectal cancer
It's been a good while since I've posted. I've been dealing with a lot of other things and quite honestly avoiding this site. I know it's a support group but my condition is far less severe than the majority on here. I was lucky beyond what I deserve is how I feel which induced guilt. Stupid I know but what can a person…
Dad's cancer
In October 2016 my father went to the ER with a complete bowel obstruction. He had years with loose stools and blood on us stool too but he ignores the signs until it was necessary. He got an emergency surgery that day after receiving news that the mass found was cancer. He has an irreversible colostomy. The cancerous mass…
Three months of oxaliplation-containing chemo as effective as six months
"3 months of oxaliplatin-containing adjuvant chemotherapy was non-inferior to 6 months of the same therapy for patients with high-risk stage II and stage III colorectal cancer and was associated with reduced toxicity and improved quality of life. Despite the fact the study was underpowered, these data suggest that a…
The uniqueness of tumor/cancer cells
https://medicalxpress.com/print442662905.html
Spent the day in ER with my husband
i woke up to hear him throwing up and super pale in incredible pain. I was afraid his biliary stent dislodged. After a waste of time ultrasound, they did a ct scan and it was not that or his liver. In fact all his liver functions look great, not pancreatitis either. His white blood cell and neutrophil counts were elevated…
3 month scan
Just got results from Dr. Today and all tumors have shrunk by at least 25%. Sure beats being told I had two months 5 months ago.
Nodules in lung
So my CT SCAN in December showed 2 nodules in my left lung. Latest scan, 3 months later, shows they have grown by 25%. One has spiculated borders which indicates cancer. Saw oncologist and he ordered PET scan next Thursday. He said they are small... they might not be cancerous but most likely are... chemo and possibly…
Ileostomy Reversal - My Experience
As promised, this is the first installment of several posts that describe my ilesotomy reversal surgery and recovery. I have decided to contain the information to weekly periods of time since my hospital stay was almost one week. Background: I was diagnosed with rectal cancer in May 2017 (stage II clinical). In July and…
apprehensive about upcoming HIPEC
I have just begun Oxaliplatin IV, every three weeks and Xeloda pills daily. So far, my worst side effects have been from the Oxaliplatin. The neuropathy in my hands is terrifying, as I need my dexterity in my hands for my work and passion: designing and constructing clothing. It is also very painful after only one…
Panitumumab- My Experience
There have been some questions about this so I thought I'd start a post to tell what it's like to be on it. It's an immunotherapy chemo that won't work for everyone, your colon cancer has to be vulnerable to it. I'm on it for the second time now so I thought I'd share what it's been like so far. Both times it took about 8…
Husband just diagnosed. Waiting on surgery consult
My husband had his first Colonoscopy this past Monday. We received the biopsy report Thursday that the polyp was cancerous .9cm of the 1.2cm polyp . Dr explained that he got the whole polyp and the stalk was clear/uninvolved. He said the cancer cells were in the tip of the polyp so husband was basically cancer free since…
It's PET scan time
DH will have his first PET scan since diagnosis. He's been blessed with 2 clear CT scans So far. Praying for the same next week with the PET scan. He doesn't seem to be worried and says he actually feels peacefully about this test. I on the other hand just want it done and over with so we can celebrate or deal with the…
Where's darcher?
Has anyone seen darcher? I suddenly remember him. I haven't seen him here lately, not that I'm here regularly...lol. I hope he's doing good and enjoying his big macs. LOL!
Folfox or Capox
Hi there, My mom was diagnosed with Colorectal Cancer Stage 3B. She will be starting her first round of chemo within the next week. My brother (who is doctor but not an oncologist) and I have read and researched the differences between Folfox and Capox. We were both set on Capox but our mother's oncologist strongly…

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