Now it's stomach cancer...

usakat
usakat Member Posts: 610 Member
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
For the newer folks...I signed onto CSN just over two years ago after being diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer (HNPCC / Lynch Syndrome). Had surgery and chemo, and thankfully was NED since January of 2007...until today.

Last week I had a colonoscopy and endoscopy. My colon looked great - no polyps, no growths...perfect. But my stomach and duodenum was a mess...lots of ulcers, with gastritis and duodenitis. A biopsy was taken and the results came back as cancer. It is most likely not a colon met (that rarely ever happens - colon cancer rarely moves to the stomach), but probably is a new HNPCC primary cancer.

Tomorrow I have a CT scan and will possibly have another endo to determine the extent of the cancer. After that surgery to remove part or all of my stomach :( I know it sounds dreadful, but hey, some people pay big bucks to have stomach surgery for weight loss...guess I won't have to worry about weight issues anymore. Although I suppose I will have to skip that whole piece of Key Lime pie after my extreme stomach makeover. I see a future of juicing and mini meals for me, which is good.

Living with HNPCC left me with the realization that I would probably have more cancers, especially since my mom has had it four times, so I was in a strange way prepared. I just didn't think another cancer would come so fast.

All good thoughts, vibes, mojo, prayers, well wishes are very much appreciated...I'll keep you posted. Once again...thanks for being here.

Katie
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  • ron50
    ron50 Member Posts: 1,723 Member
    #2
    Katie darling I am so sorry,,,,Huge Hugs to you and Bob.....Since my ca I have had 7 lots of duodenal and peptic ulcers. Last lot made my stomache look like the surface of the moon,,,my gi was 99% certain it was ca. I lucked out and it was all ulcers and he just upped my somac dose..My hopes and prayers that there is very little ca and they can minimise the damage,,, having said that they BETTER take enough to make sure it is gone completelty. I'll be with you and Bob in spirit,love and best wishes ,,Ron.
  • betina61
    betina61 Member Posts: 642 Member
    #3
    Katie,I'm so sorry that the news are not so good, but you have a great attitute and that will help you a lot through this new bump in the road,I'm sure that with Bob on your side things are going to be easier, he too has a great attitude,I'm sure that it has been early on this one, I know a friend of my ex that had stomah cancer about 25 years ago,so I hope and and pray that with you will be the same. Lots of hugs to both of you,and sending you all my good thoughts, mojo, good vibes etc,etc,
  • rmap59
    rmap59 Member Posts: 266
    #4
    Katie,
    I am so sorry you or anybody has to go through this again. I have read your previous posts and know that you have a beautiful spirit. I will be praying for you. Stay Strong.
    Robin
  • sladich
    sladich Member Posts: 429 Member
    #5
    Geez, Katie. I can't believe it! I will be thinking about you. I'm sending good vibes and hugs your way. All the best to you and Bob,

    Debbie
  • cahalstead
    cahalstead Member Posts: 118
    #6
    May God be with you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. We never know what tomorrow will bring, do we??

    You are strong and have determination, that will see you through!

    By the way, had an aunt that lived to be in her 80's after stomach cancer surgery. That was way back in the 50's!!

    Please keep us posted.

    Char
  • Betsydoglover
    Betsydoglover Member Posts: 1,248 Member
    #7
    Hi Katie -

    I am sorry to hear this, but you are in my thoughts. Your attitude is great - I hope Bob can come back to be with you if you do need surgery.

    Betsy
  • fedester
    fedester Member Posts: 753 Member
    #8
    KATIE,
    i am sorry to hear of the bump in the road. you have a great attitude and that will help get you thru this. please know that we are all here for you and bob.
    be well
    never,ever give up!!
    bruce
  • Hatshepsut
    Hatshepsut Member Posts: 336 Member
    #9
    When, in desperation after my husband's diagnosis with stage 3 (then 4) colon cancer, I first posted on this board in 2006, you and Sponge Bob were quick to reply and encourage me. I am forever grateful to you.

    Because of the support of you and other wonderful people on this board (and our saintly oncologist at Hoag), I learned important lessons about improvements in treatment since the 1980s and the power of taking charge of one's care and believing that one can get well.

    I'm happy (more than happy, actually) to report that my husband is now in remission and we are savoring his recovery and we believe in his future. We didn't get to this point, however, without real challenges including a second major surgery.

    I've seen how resilient and strong you are from your posts on this board and I'm putting my money on you to tackle and vanquish this new challenge.

    Live strong.

    Hatshepsut
  • Monicaemilia
    Monicaemilia Member Posts: 455 Member
    #10
    Katie: This really sucks!! I am so sorry this is happening again. I know that you can beat this, and hopefully it will be as Ron said, and they are just ulcers. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Monica
  • claud1951
    claud1951 Member Posts: 424 Member
    #11
    Katie,

    Dang!!!
    Good vibes are coming your way~~~~~~~~~~

    I know you keep your energy for moving forward and that's a good thing.

    My thoughts are with you
    Claudia
  • pink05
    pink05 Member Posts: 550
    #12
    Katie,

    I am so sorry that you have to go through this again. Stay positive and know that you are in my prayers.

    God bless,

    -Lee-
  • Faith4Cure
    Faith4Cure Member Posts: 405 Member
    #13
    Katie-
    Gee, I'm really sorry you have to deal with this again. I know you will get through this with your determined attitude. I'm sending good thoughts and prayers your way Keep the faith!

    Faith
  • pamness
    pamness Member Posts: 524 Member
    #14
    I am realatively new to the site, but think I have seen another one of your posts. All I can think of to do is offer up my hopes and prayers. I wish you all the best, and if attitude really helps - you will rock!!

    Pam
  • KathiM
    KathiM Member Posts: 8,028 Member
    #15
    Katie,

    I am sending up big strong prayers, my dear, sweet soul!

    PLEASE let me know if there is anything I can do...where is your mom? Does she need help with anything (if she's still out here in the West...).

    BIG, STRONG, WARM Hugs, Kathi
  • kristasplace
    kristasplace Member Posts: 957 Member
    #16
    I'm so sorry to hear about your new beast, Katie. I hope he dies easily, quickly, and takes all his little microscopic fiends with him so you'll suffer no more.

    All my best wishes,
    Krista


    Krista
  • tootsie1
    tootsie1 Member Posts: 5,044 Member
    #17
    Katie, I'm very sorry this has happened. I'll be praying that this can be taken care of in short order. You seem like quite a fighter, so I know you can face down the beast.

    With hugs and prayers,
    Gail
  • jenhopesprays
    jenhopesprays Member Posts: 128 Member
    #18
    Lovely Katie,

    NOT happy that you have new cancer challenges!!! Damn, Dang, Dern!

    You are such an inspiration to me and all of us here. We will lift you (& SpongeBob) up in special prayers as you await the pathology and future plans.

    I love your wonderful attitude that is a further example to us all.

    Tell us what we can do for you Katie Dear. We are all rooting for you!

    Love hopes all things!

    Jennifer
  • impactzone
    impactzone Member Posts: 551 Member
    #19
    I'm so sorry... My prayers for you and your loved ones.
    Impactzone
  • jenalynet
    jenalynet Member Posts: 361 Member
    #20
    Katie,
    I'm sorry to read that you are going through this again..Please know that I am praying for you and keeping you in my thoughts..Hugs to you, Audrey.
  • jsabol
    jsabol Member Posts: 1,145 Member
    #21
    Katie,
    I signed on for a quick peak at the board, and your message stopped me in my tracks and I'm sorry that this is what you have to contend with. My dad always said all we can do is play the cards we are dealt. You have played with some pretty tough cards already, but you are one strong lady, as your mom must be, also.
    My heart and prayers, good wishes and positive vibes are streaming to you and Bob. We are all standing behind you as you face this next challenge ( who says you can't juice Key lime pie? when you get to Boston for a visit, we can juice New England clam chowdah, too)
    Stay as strong and focused as you are and keep us posted. BIG hug, Judy

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