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interesting site
Interesting site, especially for newbies; it provides a good summary outline of the types of colon cancer, symptoms and etiology. Also other cancers, stem cells, and alternative treatments. http://www.newhopemedicalcenter.com/
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PRAYERS NEEDED - FRIEND PASSED
I found out last night that my friend, Nancy Flanagan, passed away at Noon on Valentine's Day. She has Stage IV rectal cancer that had spread to the liver and her last chemo treatment was not work on the liver mets. She fought this beast for 2 years. PLEASE SEND PRAYERS to her family, husband, Bob and only son Stephen.
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THANK YOU ALL, AGAIN!!!
Hello Online Family, Mary from WI here to say "hi" and that I hope you all are safe, happy, and well today and always! ;) Also, my last post was regarding all of the "what if's" I've been having regarding my mom. Well, we got the results from her last CT scan this past Monday and there is good news... Overall and great…
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Scared and anxious....Part 2
I wrote previously about some symptoms I was having and that I was 3 weeks out from my first ever colonoscopy. Well....it's now 6 days away. As much as I want to know the answer, I also don't want to know (even though I do), if that makes sense. Most of the symptoms I had are gone....no more bloating, no more bleeding (it…
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CEA is up
Hi Semi-Colons- Well, not the news we wanted to hear. After disappointing scan results, we found out yesterday that Jim's CEA level is up from 65 to 86.4. Grrr... Jim's onc. is very cool and still encouraging. He met with Jim tonight and did some stuff to move his chi around - something to do with his chakras. His…
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What do you think of my new shirt?
Check this out and let me know what you think! www.20somethingcancer.com
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insurance ?
Hi everyone, I hope you're all doing well! Does anyone have any experience in finding medical insurance as a cancer patient that is not through work? My X, we're separated, carries the insurance through has job. He may end up out of work due to some mental health problems so I may end up uninsured. I'm waiting to see what…
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Mom Collapsed, Need Advise...
Well, on Friday of last week , my mom had her first colonoscopy. She was not diagnosed by one. The surgeon who preformed my mom's original surgery to remove a large tumor from her cecum is the doc who did the colonoscopy. My mom had been having rectal bleeding with bowel movements for about 2 weeks before colonoscopy.…
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Happy Valentines Day!!!!!!!
To so many of you that have helped me save my life. There is no way I can ever thank you enough nor can I ever repay you, other then remaining here on this site and helping others like so many have done for me. I raise a toast to you all and thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sincere hugs and kisses, Lisa P.
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good news :-)
Received results of my CAT scan. NED,NED,NED!! I was sooo scared because there was a note on my last CAT scan that there was a "node" on my lungs. This CAT scan shows clear. Heading back down to Naples Florida until my next check-up in May. Can't wait to get out of this snow.
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My sis has to wait and see....
My sister has a number of "spots" in her lungs and has seen a pulmonologist. He said there are "several" nodules in the 3-4mm range that appear to be calcified. There are also a number of 1-2 mm spots that he wants to follow with another CAT scan in three months because he said they are too small for either a needle…
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clinical trials..
Hello Everyone. Happy Valentine's day! I have questions. Here's the story. I was dx'd last January 2006 w/ colon Ca. I had surgery same month and had 28 days radiation and 6 weeks chemo. stage 3. 5 Fu and Leucovorin. Now in January 2007 CT Scan shows multiple spots in liver the biggest one is 5 cm and bone mets in my Spine…
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Atlanta area Patient/Caregiver Seminar - FREE
Conversations about Colorectal Cancer: Finding HOPE (Healing. Options. Peer Support. Education.) in your Community presented by the Colon Cancer Alliance are free one day seminars intended for colorectal cancer survivors and caregivers. These seminars will offer information about the latest treatment advances and give…
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chemo affecting other mucosa
We all unfortunately know that chemotherapy can affect normal fast growing cells like hair, nails, and the skin (mucosa) inside the mouth. Has anyone (especially women but of course I welcome responses from the men too) had any experience with soreness/ ?ulcer in other mucusa -- um (blush) I'm referring to vagina or more…
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Thank you for the support
Thank you. Today has been a really tough day . We had a problem with insurance co. they will not approve for the clinical trial (xeloda)so we have to go with the standard protocol apparantly and have the pump infusion in addition to the reg chemo , and we spent 5 hrs at hospital to get the port put in . Something went…
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Mother of the Year Award
Hey all you awesome Semi-colons! This letter is in response to ACS awarding Sarah Ferguson the Mother of the Year Award and some comments the Duchess made that pushed some buttons but could be construed as rather innocuous in regards to cancer and health. IMO they were either arrogant or ignorant; and neither have a place…
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I'll try to be here more...sorry!
I have been so busy with both my ex and daughter's final arrangements, AND trying to work, that I KNOW I have be letting you all slide. I really DO care for you all, but sometimes, well, other things are on top. I DO lurk on occasion, but just don't seem to have any insight to share.... I am coming out of my 'funk', people…
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Peripheral Neuropathy in the News
Hi Guys, Some interesting news on the radio about peripheral neuropathy, albeit in relation to HIV instead of chemo treatments. Still makes for interesting what-if. Lou, I am thinking about the horrible time you had with neuropathy. Ying ********************* Smoked cannabis reduces pain caused by HIV-associated neuropathy…
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Not the best news but still hoping
Hubby met with oncologist today. She says she doesn't believe that he is candidate for liver resection at this time. Says there are 5 or 6 spots on liver in different areas, but has referred us to a liver surgeon here just "in case" and because we really wanted it. In fact I insisted on it. Also wants us to think about a…
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OVERWHELMED/CANNOT COPE
I have this big operation coming up in March 13. Removal of rest of colon and rectum. Live with the illeostomy. I am totally stressed out at home with nothing to do because of my back being out. I am very concerned about these large lymph nodes near the aorta area 1 classified as calcified. They all show up on MRI's and…
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cat scan on 10th Feb
I'm currently enjoying my stay in Naples Florida - flying home to Toronto Canada for the suggested follow up 3 month Scan. I'm so nervous about the results that I'm having anxiety attacks. My last Cat Scan........... November 2006: Findings: There is unchanged ill defined soft tissue stranding in the presacral…
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OVERWHELMED/CANNOT COPE
I have this big operation coming up in March 13. Removal of rest of colon and rectum. Live with the illeostomy. I am totally stressed out at home with nothing to do because of my back being out. I am very concerned about these large lymph nodes near the aorta area 1 classified as calcified. They all show up on MRI's and…
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Inoperable tumor
I found out last Tuesday after a CT (Jan 23) and PET (Jan 30) scan my cancer has returned and in a very agressive fashion. Two tumors on the liver near the portal veins and also on the lymph nodes. ( my last scans were October 31)The other tumor is operable with a resection. The were four surgeons at the case conference…
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How do I combat the "what if's"
Hello Online Family, Mary from WI here; and I'm sorry it's been awhile for me since I've posted. Honestly, thankfully I haven't really had any concerns regarding my mom until today (and when you read below you will hopefully understand why). But I hope each and every one of you are safe, happy, and well today and always!…
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Interesting Article on Cancer Drugs
FDA Home Page | Search FDA Site | FDA A-Z Index | Contact FDA | FDA Centennial Email this Page To a Friend FDA Consumer magazine January-February 2007 Cancer Drugs: Weighing the Risks and Benefits Cancer Facts Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the United States, exceeded only by heart disease. Thirty years…
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Has anyone ever started a local support group?
Hi guys- I wondered if any of you have ever started a local support group? We're seriously considering starting one - there are currently 3 support groups here - 2 for women only, and 1 through the hospital that's open to any kind of cancer survivor and their caregiver/family/friends. We went to the one group available to…
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FDA approves new drug INFO
Hey you awesome Semi-colons, FYI -- This is a report from a doctor who was a researcher with Memorial Sloan-Kettering and heads up their CAM department. It underscores how diligent we must be to stay on top of research reports and advocate for ourselves no matter what course of action we take. peace, emily DESPITE…
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Hi there, this is my first posting
Dear All, This is my first posting ... I began reading your discussion board in November when my boyfriends father was diagnosed with colon cancer. Then I became even more involved once my mom was diagnosed in December with colon cancer! To say the least, the holidays were quite a hoot. I thought it was finally the right…
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Nashville Palooza Bash!
Ok, time for your weekly reminder.... The party of the year is set!! Colon Palooza 5 will be held @ the Hilton Downtown Nashville Tennessee. Reservations are being taken NOW. There is only a limited number of rooms, so please don't procrastinate!! Scheduled for Sept 12 to Sept 16, 2007, and rooms which normally cost $ 300…
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Eye Problems
I had posted something earlier about issues with my eyes but I can't find it so started a new post. After 8 cycles of treatment (5-FU/Avastin/ Oxalipatin/Leucovorin) I had some pretty bad burning and drying of my eyes. Of course, I attributed that to chemo drying the membranes, etc. Well yesterday, my eye doctor confirmed…