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Colorectal Cancer

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…
Help eliminate cancer
I am looking for people in the Los Angeles area interested in supporting ACS in a Relay for Life event. I am a recent survivor looking for others to join me in the fight.
if I get re-ocurrence for colon cancer,to think very long & carefully ,before getting more chemo
One of my siblings-is on his death bed. a brother ,9 yrs older he's had a form of leukemia since 97 he had a reoccurence, then 5 days of chemo. it weakened his immunity,he got a lung infection,the antibiotic they used shut down his liver! The lesson to learn here if I get re-ocurrence for my colon cancer,to think very long…
32 yr old going into radiation
Hello everyone.... first time on. Its nice to read the posts of others who understand or have gone through similar problems. Here is my concern (for now... this minute) I am a 32 yr old male who was diagnosed with a Stage 2 tumor, no lymph nodes. I had a resection of my rectum and part of my colon (no bag.... whew).…
quality of life
I am in remission and am having contenance problems!
Where to get Xeloda (for colon cancer )for people over sea.
My mom had colon cancer and had the operation last week in China. Doctor plan chemotherapy recommender Xeloda for my mom. I check the pharmacy here,it needs Doctor prescription. How can I get this drug for my mother. ron
My Dad just diagnosed - HELP
My dad just found out tonight that he has colorectal cancer. He had a colonoscopy on Monday and just got the results and hour ago. He is terrified, my mom is beside herself and I am too scared to even know what to write. The Dr told him that the tumor was "significant" and that it is near the rectal wall. The Dr also said…
Thanks to all who posted - For my Dad
Thanks you so much for the posts in regards to my dad. They helped calm me down enough to think straight again. I am sure that as we hear more about my dads particular case I'll have more questions. Thanks for your thoughts and especially for your prayers.
scar tissue
Hello. Does anyone have any experience with scar tissue showing up on CAT scans? I had most of my large intestine removed last May and then 6 months of chemo (5FU/Leuc) and then in early May I had a PET and CAT that showed something at the joining of my small intestine to what is left of the large. I had a flexible sigmoid…
Help eliminate cancer
I am looking for people in the Los Angeles area interested in supporting ACS in a Relay for Life event. I am a recent survivor looking for others to join me in the fight.
Chemo Brain
Serious concerns. I went through all the Stage III stuff including the chemo treatments and the chemo and radiation at the same time. I swear I am having more problems with my short-term memory. I have seen little about the problem. Obviously other problems also occur like the constant stomach problems and the nerve damage…
Colostomy and Weakness
Hello! A year ago my father was diagnosed with colon cancer. The surgery resulted in taking out a large portion of his colon and rerouting the remaining colon to his side, resulting in a permanent colostomy. Since then he has gone through chemo and radiation. His treatments are now over; however, he is so weak and has a…
Stage III Survivors
Hi, is anyone out there a stage III colon cancer survivor? I'd like to hear from others who are long term survivors or if you know of others who are. My friend was diagnosed with stage III at age 26, had surgery and now is on 6 months of 3 chemo drugs. He's taking a heavier dosage than normal. It is part of a clinical…
Don't Know where to start
I'm a truck driver and do this as a contracter. I have been diagnosed with COPD 6 years ago. Two and 1/2 years ago I had half my colon removed. The tumor had been bleeding and my hemo count was 6. The tumor had just started to push thru the lining. They checked lymph and other areas and found no signs of cancer. Everyone…
Rise in Liver Function Test
Diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer in September, 2001. The results of my LFT drawn on Tuesday came back 1.7 after having been well within the normal range since diagnosis. I suspect that this is bad news. Any feedback?

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