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Cancer Theory
The following article is an attempt to put forward an alternate hypothesis from the present DNA model, for explaining cancer. It is regrettably long, and at times difficult to follow, but if you manage to persevere through it, I believe you will find it intriguing, or at least thought provoking. A brief attack on the…
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Rectal Bleeding
I had a resection for an adenocarcinoma stage 1 in February 2002. Since then I have had rectal bleeding with bowel movements here and there. It really scares me as this was the major symptom of the cancer. The last time it happened the Dr thought it was due to constipation. It is very light and not often, but it scares me.…
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First line therapy for advanced colon cancer
Which is the better first line therapy for advanced colon cancer? CPT-11, 5FU & Leucovorin or Oxaliplatin and Xeloda?
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New Member
Hi - I am so glad to find this group! I looked for support groups several times when I was first diagnosed and never could find anything - I guess because this cancer is considered rare. I always said I wanted to stand out from the crowd but this was not what I had in mind!! I was diagnosed with anal cancer in August of…
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Worried
I've been a colon cancer survivor for four years. I have been feeling really well, no problems etc. For the past few days I have had constipation, not feeling that great. Last night when I went to the toilet I noticed bright red blood on the toilet paper, of course that started to concern me. I'm just hoping that it's just…
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how do we decied what to do
I need whatever info you can give me. My mothers doctor thinks she has colon cancer. After several day of stomache and bowel difficulties she had a CT last week that shows a thickening to the colon wall that is more likly cancer than diverticulitis. We know she needs a colonoscopy , but we don`t know how to pick an…
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Treatments for Colon Cancer
My friend's mother has colon cancer. She refuses to undergo chemo. Are there other types of treatment they can do for colon cancer? If anyone has ideas, please let me know. Thanks Ma
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HELP ME
MY MOM HAS COLON CANCER, STAGE III.SHE IS 50. VESICA INVASION . HAD SUGERY. NOW SHE HAS STARTED CHEMO AND RADIATION. WE LIVE IN ROMANIA. I NEED TO HELP MY MOM GET WELL. SHE WAS GIVEN 5FU AND LEUCOVORIN IN HER FIRST SESSION OF CHEMO. IS IT GOOD? ARE THESE GOOD DRUGS? I NEED HELP FROM YOU ,THE SURVIVORS. YOU GAVE ME HOPE…
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PLEASE HELP MY MUM!!!
Hello Everyone! This is my first post to this group. When Im reading your posts I get the feeling that everybody knows about colorectal cancer so much. I know you can help me! First Ill describe what the situation is. We live in Warsaw, Poland. My Mum has a colorectal cancer stage 4. She is 56 and became ill about three…
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Stage IV
My mother was diagnosed in early March with stage IV colon cancer. Her doctor told her he did not think they could cure it and that she has 3 options. 1. Intravaneous chemotherapy. 2. Chemotherapy in pill form. 3. Do nothing. He then told her that he did not think she was strong enough to try the IV chemo. She agreed to…
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SAFE BIOLOGICAL PROTOCOL
HAS ANYBODY SEEN THE INFO ON THE SAFE BIOLOGICAL PROTOCOL FOR TREATING CANCER CALLED "CONTROLLED AMINO ACID THERAPY" OR "CAAT"? I AM A VOLUNTEER THERE AND HAVE SEEN SOME PROMISING RESULTS! FOR MORE INFO OR JUST TO BROWSE, GO TO http://www.apjohncancerinstitute.org/
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colon cancer stage 3 , vesica invasion
i am the daughter of a wonderful mother diagnosed with cancer stage 3 . colon cancer. she had surgery in March . now she doing chemo and radiation. She has just started. I am fighting for her as she had a rough life and i don't want to let her die. We live in Romania. i am desperate. I need to learn more about this cancer…
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need info on essiac tea
Hi to all, has anybody been using assiac tea? Are there any benefits? I'm overwhelmed with all the snake oils and don't want to make my husband sicker. Thanks!
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Stage IV Rectal Cancer
My brother was diagnosed with rectal cancer in Feb 2003. He found out when he was hospitalized with kidney failure. The tumor (4x7cm) that was eventually visualized on CT had spread to his bladder and obstructed his ureter. After stabilizing his kidney function with dialysis, nephrostomy tubes, and transfusions he left the…
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Should I get a Colostomy?
I had colorectal surgery 4 years ago. Ever since then I have had frequent BM's and diarrhea. I travel a lot and want to spend time with my young grandchildren, instead of being in the bathroom. Two of my doctors say to get a colostomy bag, the others say that it is up to me. Should I get the bag?
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Eloxatin
Have been in chemo for last few months; am now starting chemo using 'Eloxatin' - wd like to hear from anybody who has been treated with eloxatin. Thanks.
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Severe Cramping
Hello, I'm writing today in order to help my dear Mother find some relief. She had a colon resection in Dec. 2002. She just finished 5 1/2 weeks of radiation (5 days a week) and 5 weeks of 24 hour a day 5fu. This is the first week she's been off her treatment and more miserable now than ever. Her major complaints are…
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Reverse Ileostomy or Not
Hi All, I would like to hear from anyone who has had rectal cancer, had surgery for it, had radiation and chemo, had temporary ileostomy and had it reversed. I am considering not having my ileo reversed as I've read of people having so many bowel problems after being re-connected. Things are going so well for me right now…
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What comes after chemotherapy?
I had surgery for stage II colon cancer on March 20, 2003. So far I have had two chemotheraphy sessions. My chemo will run for four cycles of six weeks each. How often will I need check-ups when that is over? What kind of check-ups. My gastroenterolgist says I should have a colonoscopy six months after surgery and then…
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Swolen Joints
I am in my recovery period after receiving 6 months of chemo for stage 2 colon cancer. My question is has anyone experienced swolen joints either during or after treatment? and if so, is there anything you did to relieve the pain? My joints feel so bad sometimes, it's difficult to walk. I sometimes take Naproxin which is…
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Depressed
I have been cancer free since August of 2000. I had surgury, chemo and radiation. I have since returned to work and do everything I can do to stay heathly, but I never quite feel at ease. I don't live a happy life. I constantly worry that the cancer will come back, how do I end this fear and go on with my life. I am so…
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Has anybody ever had Procrit?
My hemoglobin is 9.8. I have had only one chemotherapy treatment so far. My nurse said if the hemoglobin doesn't start improving I should take Procrit. Any opinions or advice out there? Thanks, fandaj
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Radiation Colitis
My husband had rectal cancer last year. He went through chemo (5FU) and 30 radiation treatments. He just had his 1yr checkup and there was no sign of the cancer. The problem is he is having very bad stomach pain that the doctors can not find any reason for. Also every time he eats he has up to 10 bowel movements. We have…
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Surgery Scar
I had surgery on March 20 for colon cancer and have recovered completely. I start chemotherapy April 30. I think I am prepared. I have gotten a lot of nice replies to my first message. This question I have now is not that important, but has anyone ever heard of putting vitamin E oil on a scar to help it fade and heal…
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Can this be survived?
My husband was diagnosed last year with stage ll colon cancer. He recieved chemotherapy for 6 mos. However on March 13 2003 He had results of a cat scan come in from earlier in the week. He now has 3 more tumors. Two on his lung and one at his pelvis region. Can this be survived ? Are there any survivors that went through…
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Help! Newly diagnosed.
My husband Bob had a "routine" colonoscopy 2/28 and on 3/3 he had 1/2 his colon removed due to a large malignant tumor. The surgeon took two cancerous areas off his liver and 6 out of 24 lymph nodes were cancerous. We are trying to be positive, but we know this is not good news. We have an excellent oncologist and my hubby…
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I was diagnosed on March 19, 2003
On March 19 I was diagnosed with colon cancer and on March 20 I had surgery. About 18-20 inches of the colon was removed. It was stage 2 because the pathologist found some cancer cells on the outer wall of the colon. All the lymnph nodes were OK. Cat scan and chest X-rays were also OK. My oncologist recommends…
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Raspberries for Colon Cancer?
Hi, I recently read about the study in Ohio on treating colon cancer in rats with raspberries. Is anybody trying this? and if so, How's it going? Well, we hope.
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Recently Diagnosed and Scared
Hello All. I have recently been diagnosed with Stage III Colon Cancer. I am 54, mother of three wonderful children and 2 awesome grandsons. Have completed surgery, removal of tumor and 12 inches of colon. Doctor said he removed 40 nodes, found cancer in 5. I am to begin chemo week of May 6th. Don't know meds yet but…
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woman's health
I was diao'ed with colon cancer last year that spread to my reprodutive organs that were also removed with the tumor. My question is this. Do I still have to do yearly exams as I no longer have a cervics? I was left with one overy and I swear that I still have symtoms of mensrtation every month. Is this normal? What…