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1st day after CPT-11 + Erbitux
I just started my new treatment yesterday. CPT-11 + Erbutix. It wasn't so bad, but today I feel worse than yesterday. Frequent hiccups, gas, diarrhea (mildly burning sensation), profound lack of appetitie and a slight nauseous feel, lots of fatigue, but no rash that people had warned me about. I have heard that the rash…
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Final dx stage 3 w/ pos. lymph?
What does that mean exactly? I am starting to research now. My pa had surgery 10-27-05. He was dx this past summer with rectal ca. He had chemo and radiation prior to surgery. We now Know he is stage 3 w/pos. lymph. 17/17 posative. what does that mean for prognosis? I know he will undergo more chemo but then what?
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just a hello
Hi everyone. Just wanted to say hi. I haven't been on for a while. Got a job ( after 17 years) and it is taking over my computer time! If I could only get internet access in the store! And what time the job doesn't eat up, bugging my teenager about those college applications is taking up the rest. Wishing everyone here…
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neck pain was abscess on spine
Hi all My husband (dx rectal cancer 2002 - mets to lungs/liver - on Erbitux and Xeloda) had neck pain for four or five days that became increasingly severe. He was completely ambulatory and self-sufficient on Tuesday. He saw his Oncologist on Thursday and his blood work showed a high WBC. The Onc wanted to give him flagyl…
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Information please?
On Apr 28 had subtotal colectomy, stg III with 2/27 lymph nodes involved. Just finished 6 months chemo, currently NED. Onc has set up appt for my 4 month checkup, ordering ultrasound, blood work and colonoscopy. When calling surgeon to book colonoscopy (he did my surgery) he advised only sygmoidoscopy required as he…
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Worried
Hi all, Having a panic attack,I didn't think ca could get to me any more having survived st 3 colon for 8 yrs. My wife has just had a series of ultrasounds that have found a 40mm thickening in the endometrium. Her doctor has suggested two causes ,endometrial displaysia ,treatable by a hysterectamy or endometrial cancer and…
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Alcohol
Does anyone out there have a problem with alcohol addiction?
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What would you do???
Greetings all: About 8 wks ago I had a ct scan and the results were mixed. My colon cancer and liver lesions were gone!!! But they noticed a small 4mm nodule on my left lung. I had a petscan done on Monday and I could get the results on Thursday if I wanted, but here's the catch. I'm going on long weekend trip with the…
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Juicers
Hi Everyone, I'm in the market for a good juicer. Any suggestions?
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Kushi diet anyone?
Anyone here follow the Kushi diet? It is macrobiotic developed by Michio Kushi and known to prevent/heal cancer. His book, The Cancer Prevention Diet, is a hit. Any feedback appreciated.
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Ileostomy reversal delay decision
Hi again, Another question for those who have had an ileostomy. I'm going to post this question on Shaz's site as well as talk to my surgeon. I had my rectum removed on September 9th of this year and had a J-pouch created and temporary ileostomy. The surgery seemed to go well, but unfortunately I have been re-hospitalized…
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re: Constipation
Does anyone have any advice/comments about constipation as a side effect of radiation and/or chemo (Xeloda)? So much appreciated. My friend has been having chronic constipation from the cancer in general and now from the treatments. Does this side effect go away with shrinkage of the tumor? Thanks again! Kathryn
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post-treatment diarrhea
My wife had anal canal "squamus cloacogenic carcinoma". She went through chemo + radiation this Aug/Sep. Compared to some I have read, she is not doing too badly - mostly fatigue, ... and diarrhea. From reading here, it appears that this may continue for a while. Has anyone found ways to alleviate it? Immodium doesn't seem…
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Its Been Awhile
It has been quite a few months since visiting this board. I don't know what made me look this AM but I am so glad I did. I stopped coming here when I realized my soon to be ex-spouse and inlaws were monitoring this board planning to use everything I said against me. Well, now my attitude is, "GO AHEAD!" After battling this…
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Flu Shot while on Chemo
Hullo all : ) I need to ask my oncologist about this .... but am interested in any semi-colon's two cents. My aunt (who herself is a cancer survivor) has encouraged me to get a flu vaccination because I might be more susceptible to the flu due to being on chemo and having liver surgery (met removal) this winter. She thinks…
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update on my erbitux and camptosar treatment
I just took my fifth erbitux weekly and camptosar every two week treatment and I am finally feeling hopeful again. I just got my results of my last CEA test. It went from 22 to 11 after just two treatments. I haven't posted my full story of my colon battle as of yet so here it is. I first found out about my colon cancer in…
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Still NED
With new people getting diagnosed and the tragic losses we've seen, I'm never sure if/when good news is appropriate. But then I guess for those that are recently diagnosed, it's good to know that it's possible to beat this disease. I was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer on May 11 of this year at 35 years of age, with…
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My Big Day?
Greetings All, I've been reading these posts for a few days now and I am amazed at the faith and courage that is shown here! Being new to this I hope that I can measure up to even a few of you. I am a 49 year old, single mom of a beautiful 10 year old daughter and a grown son. I went to the hospital for a harsh bout of…
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need some encouraging words
hey all. today will be my 9th treatment of filfiri and i am just wore out. i now have what they call antisipatory vomiting which means i am sick b4 i even get there and throwing up. this is a true test at this time because my granny is going to be called to her eternal rest very soon after taking her to the doc yesterday…
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my cat scan results
I had a cat scan yesterday at the hospital where I had my surgery. First, I don't know how any of you wait for results. I would go insane. Because I work in radiology, I got the disc from my CT and had a doc at work read it today. I remain NED. Yipppeee. I will get the actual results from the surgeon next week. Thanks for…
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re: Xeloda dosages - please help
My friend will start the Xeloda and radiation tomorrow. His doctor gave him 500 mg - three pills in the morning, two at night. Has anyone else out there had that dosage? 2500 mg. per day seems high to me from what I've been reading. I'm concerned about bad side effects - hand/food syndrome etc. I realize everyone is…
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Blackout Question?? CHEMO??
Maybe someone can help or give advice. My father just had a blackout while driving his car he smashed up his car, drove up on a curb, blew 3 tires. He said he didn't feel well when he woke up today and he has never blacked out before in his life. He called the oncologist office and they just said if it happens again go to…
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re: Questions for NED's
Aside from treatments and surgery, how much of the following do you NED's feel is responsible for recovery: Change of diet/lifestyle Change of attitude A loving friend/spouse/support system I have two friends now with colon/rectal cancer. One friend was only 35 when he was first diagnosed. The first (ruthless) round of…
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Prognosis: 1 YEAR
My father pinned down the doctor for a prognosis this visit. Doctor said he has about 1 year. My father asked about a few new treatments I read about, HAI (infusion directly to the liver) and alternating systemic chemo every other week...doc shot that down and said it's been around since the 70's and it's not really…
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another ozzie
Hiya all. One of our recent new members here and a fellow ozzi, Cal79 was due for an illeostomy reversal on the 8th nov. and I just wanted to note it here. All our love and hoping for a successfull procedure Cal. I will give you a coupla days to recover and then email you. Huggs from Ross and Jen.....hurry back sweetie!
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4 nettie 4
Hiya Nettie. I am sorry I missed your post so thought a special reply warranted. I so much admire your strength to be dealing with all the other worries in your life as well as your own. Your post speaks highly of our commitment to your granny and we applaud you for your compassion towards helping others while you too have…
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"Bass Ackwards"
Hello all... As you know, our type of cancer is dealt with, er, well, BACKWARDS! With that in mind, we have nailed down some details of the Paloozas to be held in 2006. The backwards part is that the latter trip is finalized, while the soonest one still needs "tweaking"! The first one, to be held sometime in April, will be…
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re: Bowel blockage and pain
My friend who is two days into his Xeloda/radiation treatment for rectal cancer has had a blockage for months causing constipation with pressure and pain. I've read that blockages can be dangerous and require immediate surgery. I'm very concerned about this pain. The doctors involved (four or more) gave him morphine (which…
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Rodney- please elaborate
Hey Rodney- so very happy that you continue to be NED- you mentioned that you take supplements plus a diet change..can you let us know what you are taking and doing differntly with your diet? Thanks so much. Bev
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Donate to cancer research by searching google!
Hey everyone i just came across a fantastic search engine. Its exactly like google, i think it even uses google, but it donates 80% of its profits to cancer research! It works because everytime you click an ad in the search results the site gets money which then gets donated! We really need to spread the word and help…