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Gendicine
Hi, Anyone ever look into this, or try this new Gene Therapy Drug? Thanks
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rash from eritux
i was wondering if anyone has had any luck relieving the rash i am getting on my face. my face is tight then oily and i am having a hard time with it.
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Ultrasond today
I hope you all are doing and feeling good It's been almost a year since his surgery Last Aug he had a orange size tumor with some lumpnodes involved . He only did Chemo and radition for about 2 months due to side effects Today my husband is going for an Ultrasound because at his last Oncologist appointment they said his…
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BACK
Well back from vacation as of 18 Aug 07 and had a great time. Myself, hubby, brother-in-law #1, brother-in-law #2 and wife and 2-yr old niece. My 2-yr old niece is sooo amazing. Always happy, smiling and never cries. Kept me busy with beach and pool activities. The only time the word "cancer" came up is when hubby and I…
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Folfox6 Side Effects?
Hi Gang. Knowing that a number of you have 'been there and done that', I am hoping you can answer a couple of post chemo questions for me. I just completed my third round of Folfox6 with Erbitux this past Monday, with my 5-FU pump removed Wednesday. I am feeling pretty well today with the exception of two concerns. I have…
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Great results!
Hi Everyone, I had my 1-year colonoscopy on Friday, and it came back clear, clear, clear!!! One small polyp that did not look precancerous which was removed. He also biopsied the site of the anastamosis, but said he expects everything to be clear. I am sooooo relieved. Now there's just the CT scan next month to get past.…
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leg pains
My daughter has been suffering from severe leg pains (sometimes one leg, sometimes both, in the thigh area and not constantly). She is on Irinotecan currently, which she has taken for some time, well before these pains showed up. She has previously also been on Avastin and Erbitux, but these have been discontinued for…
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Update on Mom
Hello Everyone, Last week we went to see my mom's onc. She decided that we needed to address the tumor in my mom's neck and the one under her arm. They have grown very big. Both are about the size of a large plum, and the onc felt like my mom was in immediate danger to her throat and of losing feeling in her arm. We…
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Sleepy
Hi everyone, I really appreciate this forum. I am very happy for all the good news and prayerful for the bad. I wondered if anyone had any ideas on how to sleep better, I have not slept over 4 hours per night in a month, my emotions are suffering. I have ambien but it only helps me go to sleep, after 4 hours I am wide…
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My surgery is tomorrow 8/14
Thanks so much for the support I've already found here. My surgery is tomorrow - sometime in the afternoon. I have to check in tomorrow morning. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers. Thanks again.
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Good news...for now
I got the results of my CT scan today and it showed NO Evidence of Progression (I'm calling it NEP as I will never be NED :) The last scan and chemo was two months ago. Liver function and CEA count all hanging in there! The SIR-Spheres is a no go because of all the tumors in my liver, but he is referring me to MD Anderson…
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update
Thanks Ron: sorry I have not been on this site for so long but living with my husband having stage 4 and 2 teens in the house... when I finally sit down at night I honestly have not had the energy to come to this site,,maybe I have been hoping for out of sight..out of mind? Peter is remaining stable..since my last post he…
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Crazy Sexy Cancer
Crazy Sexy Cancer will be airing on The Learning Channel (TLC) this August 29th at 9 pm! Check out the URL below and watch the trailer version - very interesting. http://www.crazysexycancer.com/ Crazy Sexy Cancer is an irreverent and uplifting documentary about a young woman looking for a cure and finding her life. In…
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MORE BAD NEWS
I recently finished my radiation to the skull. Quick review. ca/colon 2003 Stage 4, 8/20 lymphnodes positive. Left with illeostomy. Rest of colon removed in March 2007 as it could not be re-connected due to diffuse colitis. So I decided to live with the illeostomy for what ever time I have left. It is not bad at all. The…
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Good news here too!!
I had a cat scan last week and it showed that the tumor that was remaining on my liver has shrunk from 8cm to 2cm!!! My surgeon wants to do RFA on it. I was planning on going way for 4 days to cancun mid sept, but it looks like I will have to postpone.... Anyway I just wanted to share my news!! Thanks, Christele (Stage IV…
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even more good news!
At the suggestion of my oncologist, I had my port out day before yesterday. I have energy. I feel great. My appetite is improved...wait! That's NOT good news! Oh, well. Things are great here. Did I mention that I really feel good? Kathleen
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Chemo side effect
Hello all, I'm having another side effect and wanted to know if anyone has had this. I am on Camptosar/Irinotecan (IV) and the 5FU/LV pump. My tongue feels like it's swollen all the time and sore. Like when you bite your tongue or burn it. I've been on this treatment now for 3 treatments. I know that Xelode can cause…
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Sis update: all that's left is boost rads...
Yea! My sister has finished her last chemo, and has only 5 more rads to go... She is currently driving everyone nuts in the hospital, tho...white cell count and red cell count are both in the basement...she received some donor blood... I assured her that this is not uncommon, and that her team is just making sure she gets…
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Just flew in from Europe....
and, boy, are my arms tired!!! LOL! Had a great time....first time for a summer trip since I was diagnosed 3 years ago.... I ate all of my favs, saw all of my favs, and even visited Prague in the Czech Republic...and the weather was gorgeous! Hugs, Kathi
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Some Info Please.....
I am going to be starting chemotherapy again soon, this time I will be on Irinotecan and 5FU, and the onc also sent me home with information about Erbitux. Can anyone share their experiences with Irinotecan? I already know that Erbitux can cause a rash. I am just trying to guage what I'm in for....I realize that chemo is…
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neuropathy after chemo...
Hi all, Have a question for those of you on FOLFOX and/or Avastin. I did very well during treatment 8 cycles. I only had a small amount of neuropathy in my hands, absolutely none in my feet. About 3-4 weeks ago my feet started tingling mildly and it has gotten worse. My feet tingle and burn to the point I have become…
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Happy Birthday alta29
Hi Everyone, It's birthday time again, so let's all join together and wish alta29 a very Happy Birthday and god willing 25 plus more birthdays. Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday, dear alta ..... Happy Birthday to you ! And wishing you many more .... Cheers, Lisa Rose PS You should really try and…
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Need reassurance - again!
Hi All, Just need a little reassurance again. Quick history: Dx w/ colon cancer (Stage I) 08/2006, surgery & chemo followed; done in 02/2007. Dx with endometrial cancer Stage IA) 06/2007, surgery 07/18; am at home recuperating now. Anyway, in 3 days I have my 1-year colonoscopy and my denial system is cracking. I have to…
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My Mom got rushed to Hospital
I had to take my mom to the emergency today due to severe pain in colon, they did a x-ray and found there is an blockage in bowel, depending on the size of the cancer in her colon they are either going to put a stenth(i think that is what it is called or do surgery and put a bowel bag on the outside, she is stage 4 colon…
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Mixed emotions...
Well, first of all I just got back from Mexico today..I did not have the tequila, but did drink a LOT of water !....today is also my birthday, and even though I give thanks to God for it ( I didn't think I would make it this far ) I always think if this one will be my last one...you all know that I always try to stay…
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Diet Coke??
Just wondering... I drank at least 2 diet cokes a day for the last 12+ years... Now I am stage 4, 46 years old... I seem to remember there was a safety question about the sweets/chems when it first hit the market. Anybody else drink a lot of cokes before getting the DX?
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Stage IV - Anterior Resection of Colon - Spread to Liver and Omentum
Hi, New to this board as my Dad was recently diagnosed with Stage IV Colon Cancer (June 1-07) which has spread to his liver as well as his omentum. He had resection surgery on June 20th to remove the large tumour in his colon. The surgery was successful at removing the cancer from the colon but he still is facing the…
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My best friend
My husband, Reggie passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon. I am so heartbroken for I have lost my best friend. I am so overjoyed he is no longer in pain. Reggie fought for 2 years and he was so strong! God has taken him home to be with him and he will dwell in the house of the Lord forever! Please know how much your…
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I can´t believe, I´m NED!!
I´m home from liver resection surgery and it went better than expected. I only have 70% of my liver left (for now) but are otherwise tumour free. I had given up last year when they cancelled my surgery, but through my family´s relentless support and energy, I´m here in Buenos Aires and have been given a second chance.…
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Happy Birthday Scouty
Hi Everyone, Tomorrow August 10th is Scouty's Birthday ( Lisa P ) So let's all join together and wish this wonderful lady a very Happy Birthday. I won't say what # Birthdays it is Lisa. But I am sure you will celebrate tomorrow night with your brother and his family, have one on us. Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to…