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Colorectal Cancer

colon cancer
had laparoscopic resection of colon in june of 2000. would like to hear from others who have it done this way.
Mouth sores and sore throat
My Dad had surgery for colon cancer in March.It was stage 3 it had spread to lymph nodes.Now he is in his third month of chemo and because he gained weight the Doctor doubled his dose.Now his throat is sore and his mouth and lips are broke out.Is this common?Did they up the dose because of the weight gain or did they find…
anyone doing alternative therapies for colon cancer?
I am new to this board and wondering if there are any of you who have had success with alternative treatments. I am currently forgoing the adjuvant chemo and instead am focusing on boosting my immune system, detoxing, taking many many supplements, juicing veggies and have gone totally vegan. I also go for weekly…
Cramps, bloating
I am undergoing chemo for a stage IV colon cancer and I am wondering if anybody has any suggestions for relieving or better yet preventing it from happening. It doesn't seem to matter what I eat, sometimes I get it and sometimes I don't. Any help would be appreciated.
Colon & Liver Cancer recent diagnosis & Insurance problems
My father is 60 years-old. Last week, he was diagnosed with colon cancer that also spread to his liver. I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone with similar diagnosis. Also, my father is presently employed and has Blue Cross insurance. If he is unable to work, does anyone know what steps he needs to take to make…
Gas
My name is Terry Marshall I live in Huntsville Al. I have colon cancer and am experiencing a lot of gas. Does any one out there have a possible solution for this problem. All sugestions will be appreciated. Thanks.
Rectal Cancer Question
I am a 40year old cancer survivor of one year. Looking for information regarding any news or updates...appreciate
avalability
I stere no one who cares to talk on here?
ANAL CANCER
I WAS JUST DIAGNOSED WITH ANAL CANCER. CAN ANYONE GIVE ME ANY INFORMATION ON THEIR TREATMENT, SUCCESS OR FAILURE, DOCTOR WANTS ME ON CHEMO AND RADIATION 1ST WEEK, THEN 5 WEEKS STRAIGHT RADIATION, LAST WEEK CHEMO AND RADIATION. THANK YOU, FOR ANY HELP YOU CAN GIVE ME
Healed enough to start researching.....
I was a caregiver for my sister who died of colon cancer three years ago. I have healed to the extent that I need to know exactly what kind of cancer she had and why it attacked her. I recall her oncologist saying it was a very rare form of colon cancer called A-Rolla. Does anyone know about this cancer or where I can…
I'm trying to find out if chemical exposure caused my cancer
I had colon cancer three years ago. I've been told radiation can cause colon cancer (you can get VA benefits if you were on a submarine and get it). I need to know if exposure to massive amounts of 1,1,1-trichloroethane and tricloroethylene can cause it. I was told these chemicals enter the pores of your skin and cause…
rectal bleeding after surgery
I had a colonrectal surgery in January 2001 and I still have bleeding problems from the granular tissue grown around the incision area of the rectum. My questions are: Is this type of problem will go away? Could this tissue turn to cancer? If any one have the similar problem or know anything about it, I would like to hear…
Colon surgical wound site inflammation
I am a two year, Stage 3 colon cancer survivor with a right resection. Today I had a colonoscopy and learned that I have inflammation around the surgical site and an ulcer in the small bowel. He did a biopsy of both sites. Has anyone experienced anything like this? I guess what I want to know is can the inflammation around…
March is Colorectal Cancer Month
Hi Everyone, Just I reminder that March is Colorectal Cancer Month. For all who are fighting or have fought this cancer, let others know how important it is to get checked. Wishing all of you the best. Steve Johnson - 8 months in remission from rectal cancer
Support for family members
My name is Terri, and my father was diagnosed with colon cancer almost 3 years ago. After a colostomy, liver surgery, and two rounds of chemo, he was cancer free for 1 1/2 yrs. In April 00 tumors showed on his lung (inoperable) and spleen. I admit that I refused to believe that the cancer would return. I know now how naive…
Experimental Drugs
My mother may be trying some experimental drugs and would like to know if anyone out there has tried the drugs along with the side effects and any successes or failures? The drugs: Aptosyn (exisulind); Taxotere (docetaxel); Dexamethasone; and Farnesyl Transferase Inhibitors. Any information would be greatly appreciated,…

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