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HI Deb - welcome and sorry about your diagnosis.    A lot of what you read is scary, but in some ways I think that is good.  Doctors don't know everything, so I think it's good to read of others experiences so you can determine if there is something you want to ask your doctor about.  I know I have probably driven my husband's doctor crazy with questions, but I don't want to leave any stone unturned.

Good luck to you and let us know what the oncologist says.

Hi Deb

It's terrifing when you're not sure of what to expect however, once you've got a plan and you've done the first round of chemo it will get better.  I think not knowing makes everything worse.  There are people here who have experienced just about everything you  can think of when it comes to colon cancer so any questions, just fire away.  Someone will have an answer for you   Good luck on Wednesday

Welcome Deb!

This is a great place to find answers through other's experiences. This is a great place to vent a litle steam at the frustrations of Doctors and Cancer. This is a great place to share information to help others.

We are sending you our good thoughts and prayers for you to find an answer, and for a fast recovery!

When you find out what type of cancer, and location(s), then we can also give input to our experience.  Else, just come here to let it out and cry. Crying is also part of the journey.

Best Always, mike

Hello Deb sorry we have to meet because of this crazy cancer world. You've found a good place to learn so much from others in the same boat. You'll have to let us know what your onc has in plans for you.  Pray everything goes smoothly for you.  Jeff

hope we can provide you with some support as you go through this journey.  It's a scary path, but you don't have to do it alone!  Hugs~Ann Alexandria

Hi Deb, I was diagnosed last March.  I worried myself for nothing. Chemo and rad are a bit hard but nothing at all like we imagine.  People always comment that I look and sound like my normal self.  For the most part you are, the only thing is, some days you feel sick, others you feel fine.  We don't lose our hair with the chemo like breast cancer patients, there is a sensitivity to cold (in the hands and feet) if you do infusions which is annoying so if you're in the supermarket, you may have to wear gloves and always have on socks, some leg cramping from infusions (so always eat bananas), there are moments when you just want to feel normal again physically and emotionally but then there are days where you feel just fine.   The fine days tend to outweigh the not fine days.  You just have to keep going to get better.  So just take it one day at a time and before you know it, you'll be done.   I just finished 12 weeks and I can't believe after all that grumbling, it's already over!  I'm doing my surgery next week (mine requires more than one) and the thought that keeps me going- Summer is just around the corner, imagine warm days and sunshine and this all being a thing of the past.  It will happen before you know it!

Sorry you had to join.  It sounds like you have great family support.  You're right, we can help with the practical questions.  Once you get your plan, let us know.  Someone here will have some experience to help you with what to expect, solutions for side effects, etc.  Good luck!  Keep us posted.