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Colorectal Cancer

Stronger than Before
I just purchased the CD Stronger than Before by Olivia Newton John. It was made after her treatment for breast cancer. It has some nice songs on it. I have been playing it all day. Maureen
smile, we are all alive today
The owner of a drug store walks in to find a guy leaning heavily against a wall. The owner asks the clerk, "What's with that guy over there by the wall?" The clerk says, "Well, he came in here this morning to get something for his cough. I couldn't find the cough syrup, so I gave him an entire bottle of laxative." The…
I am mad at this "Dragon"
Hi guys, I need to let a few things out. I am upset tonight, very upset, because I am thinking of all the Mothers', Fathers, Brother, Sisters, daugthers, sons, friends etc... that we are loosing to this horrible dragon called "Cancer". When are we going to find a cure, this deasease has been around forever, there as to be…
It's Baaaaack
Well, by way of background, let me tell you that I was diagnosed with colon cancer in January of 2005, had a right hemicolectomy, and was found to have 5/13 positive lymph nodes. I began FOLFOX chemotherapy with Avastin in February, had to postpone several times due to poor liver function (my liver is still a mess and…
Stage 4, Metastic to lungs
Hi my name is Gary, I ws diagnosed Oct 2004 with stage 3 colon cancer. I had chemo and radiation for two months and then Colon Resect Jan21, 2005. It had broken thru the colon and was in 4 lymphnodes. I have a permanent colostomy. I am 45 years old. I then started chemo again in march and finished in June. I had a full…
Thank you
Hi all. I've been AWOL for a while. No particular reason, just getting caught up with stuff. I wanted to send out prayers and hugs to all those having a difficult time right now. Hang in there. Seems we are challenged everyday with this disease. Come here often for the love and support that we all share. Sending out happy…
results:-(
Well, as i expected, but was hoping not to hear, the tumors have grown. I haven't developed any new ones, and it is slow growth, so the onc says this is good news, but they have grown. So chemo again...this time with oxaliplatin, 5FU and avastin. Onc ssid i didn't have to start right away, so i am taking 2 more weeks off,…
Low WBC
Last Wednesday I was to start chemo cycle eight, but my oncologist called it off because I was very sick at the time with excessive diarrhea. So, he gave me a one week break from chemo. Today I went to his office, and again he called it off because my white blood cell count was so low (about 1100, when I usually have 5000…
need input from all of you
i think the way i asked for input was a little misleading. i would like input from anyone weather your over 40 or not. the reason i was asking for people under 40 is to share with the students some facts. i thank you again for anything you can help me with. this will be my first shot at this and i want to make it a good…
need your help and input please
hello all. since colon cancer awareness month is in march i am going to give my local high school seniors an education in colon cancer. the reason for this is one to many young people getting it and 2 i graduated from there and three that is when the polyp started to turn into cancer with me. what i need from you all if…
Celebration Time
Hi all. I just want to share that today is my 28th birthday. It is also an emotional time because one year ago today I was on the table for my "scope" and tomorrow will be my one-year anniversary of my stage III dx. I have come a long way in this past year. One year ago I wasn't sure I would still be here today. I was so…
Worried
Hi I posted a few weeks ago that my boyfriend had got good Ct results (NED following mets to liver). Yesterday afternoon when he had a BM there was blood- lots of it. He went to his local GP last night and is due to see his surgeon this morning. The same think happened i,e, more blood during the night when he went to the…
cat scan tomorrow
I have a cat scan scheduled for tomorrow. Send those prayers and positive vibes please! I've been off chemo since early July. Had been on it from jan to july, which had minimal effect on very small metastases to the lungs. Onc called it stable disease. Let's hope it's remained stable, or better yet, only scar tissue…
Avastin and Camptosar-- Share, please
Would those of you who are personally familiar with Avastin and Camptosar share your protocol and experience, please? Did you lose hair? Gain or lose weight? go to work? etc... I am starting a new chemo treatment after already going through 5FU, oxaliplatin and leucovorin for 6 months because they did not work. Thanks in…
Please Pray for My Dad
Hi Everyone, my dad Bob goes for his Cat Scan in two weeks to see if the tumors are shrinking and Im already sick to my stomach thinking about it. I really believe in the Power of Prayer and I please ask if you could keep him in your Prayers that the Chemo is working. He has an un operatable tumor in his abdomon and mets…
one of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
Today is the first anniversay of my admission to casualty and all of the resulting turmoil. For some strange reason, I find this uplifting and it allows me to dwell on it all and kind of relive it, which I find very therapeutic.Also, it reminds me of the brilliant support that i had form friends and family and indded of…
vein pain !!!!
hi all, I have completed 3 cycles of 12 of first line chemo for metastatic bowel cancer to my lungs(folfox 4 +avastin), I had 2 by a needle in my arms, then 1 by a hickman line. The hickman caused a blood clot in my arm so it has been removed, and I am on fragmin injections daily to reduce the clot. my query is 2 fold,…
Depression
Hello, Well, I have stuggled with depression and anxiety my whole life...so as expected this cancer thing ai't doing wonders for me. I' likely talking to oncologiist about getting back on some anti-depressants tomorrow...something that won't interfere with chemo or with my recently operated on bowels....I think some…
upcoming CT - gulp
Hi All, I have a CT tomorrow. I have finished 6 weeks of FOLFOX chemo so this is to see if all is well and if I can proceed with the next 6. I am anxious, as you all can relate to. I'll let you know the results. Meanwhile, grateful for all prayers, best wishes, positive vibes, etc. I am so glad I have this great group. Tara
CT results
Hello, gang. I haven't posted much lately because this infection has laid me low. I completed my FINAL treatment of FOLFOX with Avastin a week ago last Tuesday and had my CT scan on Tuesday of this week. After 7 months of chemo, I have one new nodule in the lining of my abdomen. No idea what it is yet, but I don't like the…
Splenda pt 2
I have looked at natural alternatives and have for the most part followed. I purchased some fructose from the health food store when I was in TX. I have started drinking water and green tea occasionally (which is one thing I can't stand without some sweetener) and once-in-a-blue-moon something else. I have essentially…
surgery cancelled
I don't know if it is good or bad, but frankly; I am relieved. My surgery was cancelled. The PET scan, finally got the results today (delayed results because of hurricane Rita evacuation). The PET scan shows positive lymph nodes up the entire hilar region on the right side, meaning the only effective surgery would be an…
CT/PET Scan
Hi Friends, On Wednesday I met with my oncologist for a follow up appointment. It's been two years since my diagnosis of Stage 3 colon cancer. I received a colon resection followed with the Folfox regimen. My original CT scan showed three small spots on my lung. The largest of the three was biopsied and found to be a…
Chemo to begin
Hi everyone. Thanks to every single person who responded to me... you all are so great. Made me feel very loved and special. Please give yourselves a hug from me. :) My onc and I have decided to start with CPT-11 & Erbitux this weekend. Then, if no scary reactions, we will add avastin in 2 wks. He told me if I say to go…
My mom
Well my mom did her 2nd treatment of Folfiri and she has had a lot of diarrhea. Her blood counts are low even with the procrit and neulasta shot. She is being admitted into the hospital for a blood transfusion and to regain strength so she can continue chemo next week. Any advice or similiar experience. Could this be a…
Stage IV survivor w/inoperable cancer polyps?
Hi, my brother has just had surgery and the doctor has found that the cancer has gotten to his fatty tissues and his small intestines, some of which could not be removed. Through reading the site, I've found that some survivors have had their tumors shrunken after going through chemo. May I ask if others have been in my…
Emotional battle during treatment
In looking back on my experience with cancer, I often think about the many emotional issues I dealt with, issues that were separate from my day-to-day struggle with the cancer itself. And, I wonder what I would want to change if I had to go through it all over again. I believe that most of us going through cancer treatment…
please help
This was sent to me and is a very worthy cause. Please take a minute and look this over.http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/ Thank you and God bless each of you
Post Surgery Ileus
Hi again, Thanks so much for all the replies to my earlier post about post surgery problems I have been having. I am out of the hospital finally after being readmitted post surgery because of cramping and vomiting. I am at home but very afraid everytime that I eat something that my intestines are going to block or decide…
re ozzie doctor;
Has anybody heard of John Holt, who has been using a different type of cancer treatment, involving radiowaves and eschewing chemotherapy. A colleague of his has set up a practice here in dublin, and I would love to hear if anybody ahs info about this, or know anybody who has gone for this type of treatment.

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