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Warrior63
Warrior63 CSN Member Posts: 1 Member
in Stomach Cancer #1

Hello, I was diagnosed with stomach cancer of April of 2024, 6 months after I had my 1st heart attack. Stage 2 in May of 2024 they removed 80% of my stomach . Currently going thru chemotherapy, sometimes I feel like giving up. The symptoms seem to get worse and last longer with each treatment. I really don't have any family support, friends seemed to dissappear after awhile.

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  • Craig48
    Craig48 CSN Member Posts: 34 Member
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    Hello Warrior63,

    I was diagnosed with stage 3 at 70 and i will agree this is a tough row to hoe. Read my story in my previous posts and then get back to me with any questions you have.
    It does get better after the chemo is over but it takes a while. I turn 76 in a few weeks and have a lot to be thankful about.

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  • blanco55
    blanco55 CSN Member Posts: 7 Member
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    New here. Im sorry to hear this warrior63. I worry for my wife as she also has other health issues and now this crap.

    Craig48, I thank you for your story.

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  • ChasBo
    ChasBo CSN Member Posts: 3 Member
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    https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/328563/new-to-group

    Hello, I am 48, diagnosed with Esophageal/ Stomach cancer in March of 2024. Went through radio and chemotherapy. Then had major surgery in August. I was then told I was “Cancer” Free and called a Survivor. I am currently doing immunotherapy and also getting esophagus dilations almost every 1-2 weeks. I am still battling… I had triple bypass heart surgery in May of 2022. Continue your Battle and find your determination!

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  • stevenkopacz
    stevenkopacz CSN Member Posts: 11 Member
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    41 years old here with having my full stomach removed at 33. I'm not sure how old you are but know that while it FEELS like the end, it's more the start of a new journey. One that most people will never understand. Find community on social media like instagram! Day by day. It's not easy and you did nothing to cause this.

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