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Colorectal Cancer

New Member happy to find this group
I am a 47 yr. old male who recently completed six weeks of radiation and two weeks of chemotherapy for early stage squamous cell anal cancer. Despite living in NYC where you would think there are a lot of resources/support groups, I have found non specific to anal cancer or gay men. I was delighted to find this group.…
Pain from lymph node enlargement
I have stage IV rectal carcinoma. I developed back pain 6 wks following peritonectomy and intraperitoneal chemotherapy for carcinomatosis. Unfortunately a CT scan and biopsy revealed large lymph nodes with metastasis next to my aorta not present 8 wk ago. NOT good. The problem right now is pain. Percocet controlled it for…
Frequent bowel movement as a result from colorectal cancer surgery
Hello.... I underwent colorectal cancer surgery in October of 2002. Because of the size of the tumor and location by the rectal wall, 80% of my storage reservoir had to be removed. I am currently going through chemo therapy and dealing with frequent bowel movements both from a reaction to the chemo and after affects of…
Thank God
I was diagnosed with colon cancer last October and had a colonic resection in November, 2002. As bad as that was, it was the climax of a year I hope never to suffer again. In March, I contracted shingles that I suspect were invited by cardiac distresses that led to a hospitalization to insert a stent in July, followed by…
Knowing Your Survivlal Odds
I was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in July 2002. I made it through the surgery, radiation and chemo and the cancer is now in remission. I am a Christian and I praise God for all He has done for me. I'm usually pretty positive because I know that if I do die I'll be going to a better place. I do however worry about…
Rectal carcinoid tumor....Please help
I am new to this board, and although I hope I find some help and make friends here, I would of preferred to meet everyone somewhere else. I have had rectal bleeding for 2 years. I know that I had internal hemmorhoids and the bleeding always said it was. You know streaking on the stool, dripping in the toilet bowl and on…
Keeping the fear out of the mix
Well, I had a soft ball sized tumor removed from the colon on 3/15. The lymph nodes were removed and I'm told it has spread to the liver. My surgeon's partner (the grim reaper) came into the room while I was still pretty heavilly sedated and told my family and I in a MOST matter of fact voice what I outlined above and also…
starting chemo next monday after surgery
three nodes were positive, had colon resection, this was not my plan, and scared about the whole thing. not making much sense, feeling sorry for my self. HELP!!!!! Regis ann
Excessive gas
I had surgery on Jan 10 to remove a growth in my colon. I had the resection and am going through my chemo threatments now. I haven't had many side affects except some diareha and bad gas. Some days it feels like I am going to explode. I just fart all day. It is very frustrating and ebarrassing. Has any else had this…
Stage IV Colon Cancer
I was diagnosed in April 2002, had a colon resection, chemotherapy including CPT11 and more recently including oxalyplatin. At first it seemed to work, but CT scans said otherwise. The oxalyplatin was too much for me and I am now on Xeloda which is an oral 5fu. It appears to be doing no good and my tumors are increasing in…
chemotherapy.
For anyone interested, the most up-to-date information on chemo. for stage 4 that I have come across can be found at healthtalk.com/coloncancer I found this helpful, practical and informative. Also, If you are having gut trouble(frequent bowel motions with resultant severe pain and scourging) with the chemo, ask your…
Please tell me i am too young...
i have not been diagnosed with anything yet but i am very scared. i have been having abdominal pain for over two years now that has gotten worse over time and gone from just bein gin my stomach to radiating to my bottom. i have always had a hard time with bowel movements and notice i never feel i am done no matter how much…
full response outcome
I recently underwent radiation, chemo and surgery for an early 3t rectal tumor. I had a full response outcome, no lymphnode involvement and the tissue at the site of resection had no cancer cells present. now I am confrounted with another 4 months of chemo. I'm looking for anyone who has the same outcome (full response)…
colostomy
My wife has been diagnosed with rectal cancer and about three weeks ago finished her treatment of chemo/radiation. On April 14, she is scheduled for surgery to remove the tumor (which was shrunk by the treatment). The prognosis is "excellent," for which we are most thankful. But my wife is bothered by the thought of the…
Monitoring after treatment.
Hi, My friend had colon cancer treatment last year (Feb-Oct) for stage III disease. He's had a colonoscopy in Jan of 2003 and he was disease-free. He went to his oncologist last week and they said all is well so far. They did blood tests. Now he doesn't see his oncologist for another 3 months. Is this typical followup…
No energy. How do I go on?
My husband died of cancer January 18, 2003. My only child, 26 years old, son has leukemia. I am 47 with colon cancer. I had sugery last March with follow-up chemo therapy. I was coping pretty well until the death of my only support, my husband. He was diagnosed just a couple of months ago with prostate cancer but it had…
I need some input for my sister
My sister just had a surgery to remove a mass in her plevis yesterday, but still has cancer in her liver and ab. She had just started on Oxi. and Xeloda before the surgery, because the previous chemo didn't work (5-Fu, CPT-11, Lv.). Is there anybody who has gotten good results from Xeloda & Oxi.? I need to try everything…
irritated skin
Iwas diagnosed with rectal cancer in Feb 2002 and have had my colostomy for almost a year now,my skin is still very itchy under the appliance. I change once a week and use sween cream. Is there anything else i can do for this?
Fear/Info on Recurrence - Stage III
I was diagnosed with Stage III colorectal cancer in 11/01 and have been through a year of treatment. (Adjuvant chemo/radiation, surgery, and chemo). I completed the follow-up chemo (5fu, cpt-11, LV) in November 2002 and was diagnosed "clean" with the follow-up colonoscopy. Despite the "clean" diagnosis, I occasionally find…
CEA and other lab tests in colorrectal carcinoma
My uncle has had surgery for colonic adenocarcima (T4/N0) yet even in good general condition with chemotherapy, he presents lab test abnormalities: CEA >30 and high SGPT. Anyone knows about this alterations in blood tests? Please reply. Thank you
What do you do when they want to give up?
My Mom has colon cancer and now in her 3rd round of Chemo. This is kind of frustrating for her, she had the actual colon surgery 3 years ago. Then last year they discovered a tumor that had started in her pelvic area and spread down to consume her right thigh, recently they removed what they could from her thigh, it now…
Stage 3 10 Positive Nodes
This is my situation as I had rectal cancer surgery just over a year ago. Is there anyone out there in a similiar situation? What chemo/rad treatment did you have? Lisa
lymph involvement
I am starting chemo this week after Jan surgery. Dr. using 3 drug theraphy + Xeloda. I am very scared, a Pet showed lots of bad lymphs. Anyone have similar experience with advice to share?
rectal drainage
Two years ago I had 4 operations in a 16 day hospital stay for stage 3 rectal cancer. Did 6 months kemo and radiation. All test have shown no recurrance so I am doing pretty good. But I have this drainage of a clear mucus/fluid and little control of myself, if you know what I mean. I have found that it helps if I dont eat…
Early Detection age Colon Cancer
I do not know why Doctors are still recommending Colonoscopy at age 50. Times have changed people are getting it in thier 30's and 40's. This is the twenty first century. Kids are eating more fat and exercising less. I think they need to change the age for looking for Colon Cancer. Just my opinon.
SURGERY at 85
My Dad is 85 with tumor (stage 4) in his transverse colon. He has always been in great health. No problems or hereditary problems. Doctors don't seem to want to operate and point him to chemo. We have seen other 8X year olds get operated on. Does anyone have any thoughts or experience in this?? Thanks
Please help my younger sister
My younger sister who is 31 years old with 2 kinds has been diagnosed with colon cancer and spred to liver and plevis area. She ahs been on 5-FU, CPT-11, LV, and just finished her 2nd round, soon start on her 3rd. But it seems not getting better. We are looking into changeing her chemo to Oxi and etc. Also looking into RFA…
I believe Radiation damage
I had 6 months of chemo 6 months of radiation. Since then my left side hip leg and buttocks are stiff also my back on that side. I use to have burning pains in my hip if I lay on it to long while sleeping. My mobility on that side is less than my right. I have started to exercise now with hopes of relief. Anyone had…
Thanks
I would like to thank the people who answered my discussion (feeling sorry for myself). I knew the suggestions, but sometimes I need to be told the truth. I do have stage III colon cancel, but it is in the acending colon. We do run a small business (something I love to do) and intend to do some journaling. SO FOR TODAY…
Fear
Does the fear ever go away? I was diagnosed in dec 97 with colon cancer. I was very lucky in that it hadn't gone through the wall yet and after the surger I didn't have to go through chemo or radiation. I have been cancer free now for 5 years now and I just can't seem to get comfortable about my remission. I have a new…

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