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Are there any runners?
i am a marathoner. I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Are there any other runners who are running through treatment? I know that I will be down and out until I recover from radical hysterectomy. I feel fine, but have a stint in my uterer that prevents strenuous activity.
How do you tell people you have cancer?
I was recently diagnosed with Stage IV Lung Cancer, adenocarcinoma to be specific. I am 55 and a non-smoker, previously in good health, so this has naturally been quite a shock to me. There is a nodule in the left lung, about 2.5cm, confirmed by CT and PT scans. I also had fluid drained from the pleura and malignancy was…
Lost my mother to cancer
Im not sure if anyone is going to read this post but I am feeling so lost that maybe even if no one is there, I will feel better. This is the second christmas my mom has been gone. Like so many other people in the world who have lost their mom's, I feel so lost a year and a half later. I thought maybe I would feel better…
When does the worry go away
My wife was diagnosed with breast cancer in 10/2013. This past July she finally finished treatment with a very good prognosis. I know that God has blessed us with wonderful Dr.'s and nurses not to mention his healing touch, but when does the worry go away? I constantly worry that it may come back. I don't talk to my wife…
I don't know what to do
Ok I am kinda confused here my girlfriend said to me yesterday that someone very close to her has cancer and I just really want to help her through this time but I don't know we're to start we lie very close and see each other allot and so far I have told her that if she ever needed someone to talk to she could talk to me.…
Cancer cannot Steal Our Memories
Cancer cannot Steal Our Memories At first we think memories are born within our minds But when those tears begin to run on down our face We feel the tenderness within our hearts and recall another time A time where innocence hugged the horizon always falling in place Cancer cannot steal our memories as each heartbeat…
I'm only 26 & I lost my mom.
My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer at 26 years old, I was only 2 -- she was then cured and cancer free for a little over 25 years... Last year the cancer came back and spread everywhere... it didn't get really bad though until the last 3-4 months, in that last year I was pregnant, developed severe eclampsia delivered…
uncaring pharmacists
Had another unpleasant experience at pharmacy trying to refill my pain medicaion prescription. Because my doctor had increased my dosage my supply ran out quicker. The pharmacist rudely said he would not refill my scrip unless i got note from doctor. Came back with note he still refused said i should have 8 pills left.…
Ringing of the bell after completion of radiation treatment
I am looking for information on the tradition many hospitals and other cancer centers have in place whereby, upon completion of radiation treatment, a bell is rung to signify successful copletion of a major step in the treatment process. I want to use this for an article. I just completed radiation today and was hoping to…
Overbearing family during treatment
My husband was recently diagnosed with lymphoma at the age of 25. We have only been married for 6 months, and I am completely devastated. He is an only child and his parents are very overbearing and ignorant when it comes to his treatment and care. He had his first chemo last week and has been super sick. He can drink…
When to tell Others that I have Cancer
Last week during a CT scan for abdominal pain, Doctor found that I have 9.5 cm x 6.5 cm x 6.5 cm mass on my right kidney. I have first appointment with urologist tomorrow to assess extent of spread and discuss potential next steps. Right now, only my wife knows that I have cancer. I am wondering when to tell others that I…
A little encouragement
From one of my favorite songs, a thought that helps me on bad days...."If only tears were laughter. If only night were day. If only prayers were answered, then we would hear God say: "No matter what they tell you. No matter what they do. No matter what they teach you. What you beleive is true. And I will keep you safe and…
Scared and depressed
I'm 41 and been diagnosed with stage 4 cervical cancer that spread into my spine and liver. I've already been threw 23 radiation treatments and I'm getting ready for my 4th chemo treatment. I've lost my hair, and these treatments have put me into menopause. Like hot flashes isn't enough to deal with. I've been married for…
I don't want him there!
I've recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Its been a series of emotions. From absolute shock to just being plan sick of deal with this. I feel like my life is paused but I'm ok overall, I think. I'm new here but I need advice about something that's bothering me. My husband, whom I love is driving me crazy. He…
When the emotional bottom falls out
Hi all, I am new here and just wanted to post what I am going though to see if there are others out there who can relate and connect. I was diagnosed with jaw cancer in February of 2013 and had surgery and radiation shortly after that. I lost the lower left side of my jaw. About 9 months ago I got the good news that the…
Financial help
After watching my mom with her battle with cancer and how we struggled financially it's become my mission to start fundraisers for those who desperately ned help. Anyone interested please contact me.this money goes to the people, not the research foundations.
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Advice on wife's depression, PLEASE READ
Thank you for taking a moment to read this. My wife and I are in serious need of help! 19 months ago she was diagnosed with breast cancer, at the age of 27! Since that time, she endured chemo, a bi-lateral mastecomy, radiation, infection in one of her expanders (Which led to more surgeries). During all of this, she flew…
Resentment towards those who were not there
Yes, there is a lot of background that I will spare you all from. I can not help but feel OVERLY resentful towards my husband's family since my diagnosis. Yes, they have never been crazy about me, oh well. But they were not there at all for him for the 6 months of he!! we just went through. A few calls and two meals…
my wife's diagnosis of IBC
My name is Chris. My wife, Sarah, who is 35 was just diagnosed with IBC last Fri. She starts chemo next Tues. We still don't know if it has spread anywhere else beyond her breast. A friend of ours died from this 3 yrs ago, and from what I read online it doesn't seem good. I am scared to death. I don't want to lose my wife,…
depression causing fatigue
I was diagnosed with breast cancer last January. I finished my treatments in the fall and just had my third surgery two weeks ago. Even before my last surgery I was extremely tired to the point I could barley function. Mt doctor said she thinks I have depression. She started me on Wellbutrin. Now I can't sleep at all.…
Going Through Emotional Roller Coaster
Hi everyone. I am new here to CSN and am a cancer survivor. Was dignosed with bladder cancer of Nov 2014 and went through 3 months of intense chemotherapy, the MVAC regimen. I finished chemo last month, thank God, and the cancer is now in remission. No surgery is needed at this time. My Oncologist is monitoring me right…
Sending a large dose of hope....
I hope this puts a smile on your face....A cancer survivor's story about those who engaged and cared in extraordinary ways.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Mnkkf6CzCg Much love to all of you..
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No support
I'm 55, female, diagnosed in 2001 with multiple myeloma. I never married and come from a very dysfunctional and unloving family. Lately I've been wanting to stop seeing my oncologist and let nature take its course. I am anemic Again. Much pain. when diagnosed my sister was very cruel. 2 months ago I had a very serious…
Disney World and nearby medical facilities
My family is hoping to visit Disney World next week. I am currently receiving chemotherapy treatments. The week we visit will be my "off" week. I have needed platelets recently and want to be prepared if we are in Orlando and need medical attention. Any suggestions of hospitals or facilities in the area? I appreciate any…
Sexual Health and Life with Cancer
My husband was diagnosed with Stage III Testicular Cancer almost two years ago and underwent four rounds of chemo and an RPLND (among other surgeries like the initial orchiectomy and a lung wedge ressection) over the second half of 2012. 2013 was all about recovering from surgery and he's still in a lot of pain every day…
Worried about my Mom
Hi everyone. My mom has recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 Primary Peritoneal and I am so scared of losing her. I am going to be by her side throughout her treatment. I am trying my best to be positive, but sometimes it's really hard. First, you pray that it's not cancer, and then you hope that it's one that can be…
Sugar and Neuropathy
I heard somewhere that sugar can really play havoc with a person's nervous system and since I have neuropathy in my hands and feet and fibromyalgia I thought I would test this out. So I took stock of a day when my neuropathy wasn't too bad then I had a sugar drink and some candy. Within minutes my neuropathy started to act…
Why don't more people use the chatroom?
I used to be on this site daily for quite sometime and then have been away for a year or two and back and forth now. One thing that seems to still be the same is lack of use of the chatroom during the days, not sure about nighttime as I am not on at night. The discussion boards are great for discussing key issues and for…

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