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Honey, I Shrunk the Tumor
So, when they said chemo and radiation will shrink the tumor before surgery, I guess I was picturing it magically getting smaller a' la "Honey I Shrunk the Kids". Um, no! Chunks of it are coming off...and out. That's a good thing, but GROSS! Also, I am still taking pain meds three weeks after chemo/radiation. I have stage…
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Folfox cycles
I just wondered what the view is in the US about the number of Folfox cycles one should ideally complete? I am scheduled to have 12 but my oncologist told me yesterday that he would be quite happy if I only completed nine or ten (especially if the neuropathy is bad, as I would be increasing my risk of permanent nerve…
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Hello Everyone
How are you all doing :) Good I hope I have a question for ya, Has anyone had this problem after Chemo My husband has put on alot of weight and he's hungry all the time This is the biggest he has ever been? He blames the Chemo and steroids. after he had his surgery Aug/07 and he only have 5 Chemo treaments due to side…
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Going back to work-Need advise
I am starting back to work after being out 7 months for Colon Cancer Stage IIIC, having Folfox chemo. I am alittle scared as it has been so long since I worked and I still don't have my full energy back. My job is a sit down at computer job, an electrical designer. I will be coming back with a temporary ostomy that most…
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dad is terminal what is going to happen
Hi, My name is Dan. I am new here and need a friend. My dad is 76 and was told he has 6-7 months to line the day after Christmas 2006. He has good days where he can get around good and other days that he talks about seeing things that aren't there and sleeps alot. It is very sad seeing this once strong man turn into this.…
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Vit C, Vit K and accupuncture?
Anyone in our group getting IV Vitamin C? My husband is now getting this through a doctor of oriental medicine. She also discovered that his Vitamin D is almost 0 and his iron is way way high. He is Stage IV, mets to liver and has been on chemo for most of 2 years. We finally found someone to work with him on the…
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So GOOD to be back!!!
Hi All--- Boy it has been a long time!! I was here a couple of years ago after going through the radiation/surgery/chemo show with rectal cancer. Back then I was just MJay. Everyone was so helpful. Not long after all was done my hubby decided he no longer wanted to be married and left...... This kind of story used to amaze…
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Question about recurrences
I have been reading that we should be watching for symptoms of recurring cancer. Do any of you know what sign or symptoms we should watch for?
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Strawberries
I saw a little blurb in the May issue of SELF magazine that caught my attention: "Strawberries may be best at warding off colon and oral cancers, a test-tube study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry shows. The berries contain a group of antioxidants that work together to hinder the growth of cancer cells.…
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CSN Discussion Boards Changes on May 16, 2007
Dear CSN Members: On May 16, 2007, you will see some changes on the CSN discussion boards. To assist you in connecting with as many members as possible, who may have had similar experiences as yours, we will be reorganizing our discussion boards and merging the "Anal Cancer" discussion board with this [Colorectal Cancer]…
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Cirrhosis and chemo - need your help!
My father was diagnosed with colon cancer and had colon resection. I understand that chemo is the standard practice following surgery to prevent recurrance. But in my father's case, He had hepatitis B and medium level cirrhosis. Although his hepatitis B is under control and his liver is able to function normally. My mom…
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Is it possible.....
In June 06, my dad had a clean pet scan and a cea of 5.?. In September 06, his pet scan report said multiple spots (no # given) and a cea of 55. Not on treatment between June and September. By end of October 06, cea was 189. Went on treatment (avastin) and cea dropped to 57 by February 07. Recently increased to 74 while on…
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Port removal
I have never posted before but visit every day. I was diagnosed as stage 4 in Dec.05....It seems like such a long time ago. HOWEVER....I had my port removed last Thursday and just removed the bandages....I am now beginning my new life....with my new wings I will fly....a bit scared though!!!!!
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CSN Discussion Boards Changes on May 16, 2007
Dear CSN Members: On May 16, 2007, you will see some changes on the CSN discussion boards. To assist you in connecting with as many members as possible, who may have had similar experiences as yours, we will be reorganizing our discussion boards and merging this "Anal Cancer" discussion board with the "Colorectal Cancer"…
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CRUNCH TIME!!
Hey everyone!! I just wanted to let you know that anyone thinking of attending the Palooza in September ought to book their room....THERE ARE ONLY 3 ROOMS LEFT!!!!! After these last 3 rooms are taken, there will not be anymore offered at the great rate I secured ($ 159 per night rather than the usual $ 300 per night!). So,…
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Exciting News!
Hello everyone, I have been away for a little bit, the kids keeping me busy. I have been NED since November but still having treatments to try and prevent a reocurrance. Anyway, went in yesterday for treatment and got a big shock! No more treatments! They said as long as my scans stay clean I am off the poison!!!
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Colon Cancer... Now spots on the Liver!! ---Results!!---
My whole family went to the Dr. office today hoping for good results, but we were let down real quick. The 3 spots on my dad's liver have gotten bigger. My dad was so shocked, he said "I thought I had this thing beat for sure". It is so hard to see him this way. The spots were 3mm last time (2 months ago) and we asked how…
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newly dx'd
Greetings, have been reading posts and figured it was time to introduce myself. My name is Hank ,live in Windsor Maine-work as a Rn in a psych hosp.- forensics unit.Went for my first colonoscopy and a 2.5 cm tumor was discovered in my ascending colon.Tumor was removed on 03/26/07 lucky for me had not got through the wall…
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where are these NED ???
Back in Oct. 2005, Kangatoo asked the NED to post a message..It helped me a lot to see so many stage IV survivors....so much that I printed the pages so I could read them again when I was down...some of these names I haven't seen in a while...Have any of you heard from them ? GLV49,Rthorton,Mikew42,joanneire... God bless
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numb legs/steroids question
Is neuropathy includes having numb legs/feet ? Mine are numb up to the knee. The other day I went to have a pedicure and it was the worst experience of my life...( well, not the worst)My feet are sooooooo sensitive....Also, are any of you getting steroids for nausea...I have gain 50 pounds,but I don't know if is because I…
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Celebrate Life - 2007 Big Sur Marathon
Hi All, There is life after cancer and life is just grand! Yesterday I took part in the 2007 Big Sur International Marathon on the beautiful CA coast. 6000 runners and walkers participated in this event. You can see event pictures and stats at www.bsim.org. I walked 21.6 miles in 5:31, a little more than 15 minutes per…
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WE'VE KNOW IT FOR YEARS, NOW WE HAVE PROOF
CSN Guy Jose really does walk on water - see the photo in my CSN gallery: http://www.acscsn.org/view/viewer?object_id=csn:rel:feworks2349025748001178013939 Jose - you better NOT delete this! Have a GREAT day everyone! SpongeBob
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Stage IV, 18 tumors gone..now NED
Dear Friends: I just wanted to send a quick update, hopefully to encourage anyone out there who has been recently diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer. After 18 evil tumors - I'm NED. My CEA is the lowest ever. (less than 1.0) I was diagnosed in May 05. Took chemo and a miracle happened: my rectal tumor completely…
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I'm a star, round 3.5...hehehe
The reporter came to interview me for the Rancho Cucamonga Relay....went away and wrote this very grand article.... http://www.dailybulletin.com/search/ci_5770694 Talked about the BEST color of ribbon....blue....MY personal favorite... Hugs, Kathi PS...can you say "SPF 30"?????? It's 90 degrees here....even at 9am we tough…
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My beloved friend Margo (finner))
I am very sorry to have to let you know that Margo passed away very peacefully on Tuesday morning last in the loving care of the hospice. She was a tremendous inspiration to all who knew her - a firm friend, a loving mother and just a beautiful person. Throughout her battle with this horrible illness, she was courageous,…
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SURGERY DONE, NED
Hello everyone. Sorry I have not been on the computer. To update you I had my surgery done March 20th to remove the rest of the colon and rectum. In August 2003 I was Dx. with colon cancer ST.4 8/20 lymph nodes positive. I had an illeostomy and the remaining part of the colon still since Aug.2003. I discussed with my DR.…
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Dealing with Colostomy and hysterectomy surgery
I just need to hear from others who have gone through this surgery and what their experiences were. I would appreciate any input about depression and all the issues these surgeries put them through.
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Pet scan results: great news
My onc's office called this afternoon; my PET scan yesterday came in, and the results were "unremarkable." Never thought I'd be happy to be called that. Thank you all for your prayers and support during the past 2 weeks. At nearly 3 years post treatment, to hear my onc say "there were some findings on your CT scan that we…
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Wes Update
I want to thank all the wonderful people in this group. Your warm words of encouragement and advice have really made this situation easier on me and my family. As as update...the 17 polyps that were removed in the second colonoscopy all came back benign but adenomous. The second Gastro also recommended the entire colon…
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For my daughter...I miss her....
I'm Free Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free I'm following the path God laid for me I took his hand when I heard His call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day To laugh, to love, to work, or play Tasks left undone must stay that way I've found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has…