5 Years ++ Stage IV Survivors

Msboop15

impactzone said:

I was dx stage 4 12+ years

I was dx stage 4 12+ years ago. Had all the usual stuff and more.... 4 thoracic surgeries, liver surgery, colon surgery, chemo ( folfiri), etc. Started at 48 years old and have been NED for the last 6 years. All was done at Stanford but there is no magic bullett for everyone. If anything, I credit being aggressive on all treeatments, prayer, change in diet to much healthier, an aspirin a day, trying to eliminate as much stress in my job and life, keep skiing and surfing, have a great support person (wife) to help. 

All my best

Chip

Thank you!

 Your story gives me hope!   I know we are all in this together and yet each person’s experience will be different.  So much hope and cause for celebration in your note. I needed to hear it. Again, thank you!! 

Elaine

beaumontdave

Nice to have you weigh in,

Nice to have you weigh in, Chip, I've got most of those good habits going, but a couple still need work, lol.......................................Dave

impactzone

10 months of chemo...I also

10 months of chemo...I also was inspired by others when I was first dx.There are more out there then you read about. I know many others who are doing well but have left the board. It is unfortunately a different feeling for some  going through this for years. Often they need a break and want life to get back to "normal". They still care but sometimes it is hard going back...You are all heros and warriors... alll my best and I am happy to answer any questions.

Chip

impactzone

mojogirl67 said:

Just What I Needed To Read

Thank you! Wow! I needed to see your message. 12+ years...awesome!! I am fighting hard and taking each day as it comes. I don't intend to let cancer win again in my life. I so appreciate your story and wish you the best in your life Chip!  Hugs, M

Cancer will never win... at

Cancer will never win... at its worst its a tie... Horrible thought but at some point I used it to try to convince myself that it will never beat me. 

All my best

impactzone

myAZmountain said:

Love to hear this Chip!

Your story gives this Stage 4 such hope! Thank you for posting!  Did you only have 10 chemo sessions in total?

I had 10 months total. 3

I had 10 months total. 3 months every two weeks, then surgery followed by 7 months of follow up.

Chip