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THIS WEEKEND
Hey, everyone - During this weekend, which is officially the "start" of summer, please do me - and yourself - a favor as you grill burgers, play in the pool, attend a ballgame, visit with friends, knock back a beer, lounge on the beach or whatever... At 3:00 pm EST on Monday - Memorial Day in the US, please join me in a…
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depressed...
Hi everyone, Hope you are having a nice Memorial Day weekend. I have been pretty depressed. I guess I just wish I could have some joy in my life again. Since my dad's diagnosis, I feel that I haven't been the same. It's always in the back of my mind. I have a beautiful baby and a great husband. This should be the happiest…
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My Inspiration
Hi everyone, I don't post too often, but read every day - I know there are alot of people out there like me that quietly read your posts. But I just have to tell you that you are what get me through this. My husband was diag Feb '05 with stage 4 mult liver mets and given about 3 months to live at the time. He is still here…
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Back on Erbitux
Has anyone been off erbitux, then went back on? I took it for 30 something weeks and had good results. I just had two spots removed from my right lung and my lymph node in my chest removed (the lymphnodes were non cancerous). I have to go back on Erbitux and CTP11 for 6 months and then I may be done (?) Are the side…
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good news
Hi all....firstly, thank you all so much for your support from both Jen and I. The verdict is in. Jen's specialist said there were NO signs of polyps and NO inflamation of her colon and is confident that her problems are the IBS playing up to the extreme. The bleeding is thought to be coming from a fissure that flares up…
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cc mets to liver survivors
I want to thank you all for your replies and support..I will check out the webpages..Bless you all, tia
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stage IV cc with mets to liver/organs survivors please reply
my husband feels there is no hope since cc mets to liver after almost 5 years. I would like to be able to tell him there are people who survive and their experiences, thank you, tia
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Thank you
Thanks to everyone. No one except someone who has gone thru this as a caregiver can understand the pain. My husband and I never talked about him dieing because we did not want to make it a reality. My husband was a singer,muscian, had a wonderful voice and could have gone far in the business , but we fell in love , got…
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Says it all...thanks!
I found this in my e-mail wanderings...says it all... To The World You Might Be One Person; But To One Person You Might Be the World. I LOVE you guys! Hugs, Kathi
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Friday laughs
Hi All: Here's a little holiday weekend laugh for all of you! Have a great one! - JADot - - - The Eighteen Bottles I had eighteen bottles of whiskey in my cellar and was told by my wife to empty the contents of each and every bottle down the sink, or else... I said I would and proceeded with the unpleasant task. I withdrew…
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Thoughts for the Holiday Weekend
I re read this recently and it means more then ever!!!!!!!! "Dance like nobody's watching; love like you've never been hurt. Sing like nobody's listening; live like it's heaven on Earth." Let's leave out the last line for the weekend....."Work like you don't need the money"....... Have a great weekend everyone!!!!!! Lisa P.
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debcanmcg
I'm not sure exactly what you meant by saying, "I was told and did not listen;" however, there is NO reason that you should refrain from coming here or even posting. In fact, because of your husband's sad passing maybe you should come here more often and post as often as you need. I say this for multiple reasons. We are…
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Thanks for PET info!
Thanks for all the PET info! I feel a lot less anxious about the procedure and maybe even a little less anxious about the results. I am glad I found this site. I get a good deal of support from friends and family, but no on can say to me "I know how you feel." And I don't expect them to. My scan is scheduled for Sat. 5/27.…
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He's lookin' down...
Hello CSN Family... It's Mary from WI here and I'm sorry that I come and go from time to time on this site. Recently, I quite my full-time job to start my own photography business and things have been a bit crazy in my life lately. But... I have good news that I want to share with ALL OF YOU; my 2nd family regarding my…
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Hallucinations or confusion?
Hi everyone hope all is doing well. I have a quick question. Did any caregiver notice there loved ones hallucinating towards the end of life? My dad was on pain killers and he started to get confused and have hallucinations. They took him off it and for about a week he had no hallucinations. Now a week later he is on…
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Responding to message thread....
I want to thank everyone who responded to my question about having an ostomy...I'm a person who always needs to hear the truth no matter how hard it may be..I know that I have no choice but to accept the outcome after surgery and I am prepared to do so.... Hearing from people who have been there is so very helpful to me.…
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sad news
hi all, i know this has nothing to do with cancer but i feel like you are a extended part of my family so i couldnt help but share my sorrow with you.yesterday my daughter in law and son lost their son that she was 5 months pregnant with it was a very blue day but it does remind you of how delicate life is. be thankful for…
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Thank you!!
Thank you for all your support. I have been trying to improve my diet through reading, but these last results have finally spurred me to make an appt with a naturopath who deals with cancer patients. My onc generally says "no" whenever I mention supplements. I specifically mentioned milk thistle when the liver stuff…
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thank you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
to all my family, thank you, fight the fight, keep the faith. all the best be well live strong bruce
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Thank you all!
Hi all - Thanks to all of you who responded to my "Anniversary" post. I SO much appreciate your words of encouragement. Life is great - your are all right. On June 7 my surgery anniversary is coming up, but I promise to not send out email - you all have given me all the help I need right now. Thanks you so very much! Betsy
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PET scan?
I was diagnosed stage III June 13, 2003 at 37 yrs. After nearly 3 years with no major problems, my doctor has ordered a PET scan because something has changed on my latest CT scan. He seems to believe it is scar tissue as I had a colectomy because of FAP. I've never had a PET before and am a bit anxious. I've heard you…
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Anniversary (of sorts)
Hi all - One year ago I was diagnosed. Doesn't really seem something to celebrate, but a year ago I had no idea - after internet searches - if I would even be alive today, and today I am quite alive and much better informed. So, something to celebrate I think - sort of! Betsy
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ER ROOM YESTERDAY!
Now that I got your attention....I was in the ER yesterday, with my 14 year old daughter (yes she is a runner too, like her mom and dad) who ran her leg of the 2 mile relay in a personal best, then stumbled while handing off the baton, fell hard to the ground and broke her collarbone. I had to get her to the hospital, 7…
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two years today!!!!!!
hello all semi colons, just wanted to tell all that today is 2 years since i was dx colon stage 2 no nodes. it has been a journey, but you all have helped me with your support and advice. i read here everyday and think about all of you. i will be going for my next checkup 6/13. it has been 6 months since the last one. all…
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P.S. THEY WON THE INVITATIONAL!!
See previous message!
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I was asked "What happens if it comes back?..."
After sharing my happy news with anyone who would listen (and even those who didn't want to...hehehe) I was asked one question that stopped me in my tracks.... "So what will you do if cancer comes back?" After thinking about it for a minute, I said....'I will fight it again! The toughest opponent is the one that has…
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Banner
If anyone is interested in borrowing our banner for a Relay For Life, let me know. Maureen and I used it last year. She is going to use it again at this year's Relay For Life. Here is a link to the photo of it: http://www.acscsn.org/view/viewer?object_id=csn:rel:feworks5847818055001115836408 We have both signed and dated…
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congrats to Joanna (joannire)
Have just heard that Joanne got engaged at the weekend. Thought I'd let you all know. Margo
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Please tell me about having an ostomy...
My surgery is scheduled for July 7th. My surgeon gave me three scenarios. 1) Least likely - he will go in and find the tumor shrunk enough to remove and re-connect. No problem. 2) remove tumor and put in a temporary bag or 3) remove tumor and have to put in a permanent bag... Now to the question I have no idea what to…
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Hello!! Thanks for all the support!
Hello Everyone!!!! I got home the evening of the 12th. All I can say is that they said I would be able to go home that day - Well, NO WAY!!! I guess the surgery went as planned so far. I saw the Dr. last week and he seemed happy. I am still having trouble with my throat. The best thing is no more migrain! The surgery took…