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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…
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neuropathy, I guess
Had 6 weeks of radiation/chemo last Sept/Oct then surgery in Dec. Removed my rectum and had an permanent ostomy. Was recovering pretty nicely, had worked up to walking about 50 min a day at a pretty good pace and was planning on starting adjutant chemo for 6 mos after I completely healed from surgery. Then at the end of…
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It's a Date!!!!!
****, Also known as Vinny3, our amazing doctor friend. I accept your offer of a date 20 years from my recent 53rd birthday on August 10th. That means we have a date on August 10th 2027!!!!!!!! It's on my calendar. I fully expect you to bring your wife and hopefully none of us will be using walkers!!!! I don't know why but…
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Chemo Cough?
My husband recently finished a round of chemotherapy--Avastin and Camptosar. In the last few days he has developed a dry cough. Is this a side effect of these drugs? Thank you in advance for any information. Hatshepsut P.S. I posted a follow-up note on a much earlier post about our nightmare experience with Blue…
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Debra's Obituary
Debra Rae Burds, 47, of San Antonio, Texas, died Thursday, August 9, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Burds was born January 4, 1960 in North Hollywood, California to Ronald Duane and Nancy Louise (Miller) Warner. She graduated from Del Norte High School in Albuquerque in 1978. She had been very active with the Key Wives Club at…
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The Avastin Saga Continues
Thank you to everyone who gave me information and support regarding Blue Cross' denial of coverage of my husband's Avastin treatments. To update you, we still have no resolution. You may recall that Blue Cross is denying Avastin coverage because my husband did not also have 5FU infusions (he had Camptosar). My husband…
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Debralla
Debra passed away quietly this morning at 4:30 am. Kerry
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Follow Up care
This subject has been discussed before, but I would like to revisit it. What is your follow up care after you have finished chemo? I am stage 3a. Diagnosised Oct 2005. I have had physical exams and complete blood work quarterly the year following chemo, and every six months until year 5. (CT scans are done at my request.)…
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VACATION
I am finally getting to take a vacation and plan on enjoying every moment. I am heading to Myrtle Beach, SC on Saturday, 11 Aug and MAY return on Saturday, 18 Aug. I will be sticking my feet in the sand and sipping a drink with a nice pretty umbrella. My next bloodwork is scheduled for 23 Aug and CT Scan sometime in early…