Just recently diagnosed with colon cancer

magikproductions said:

you definetly make me feel

you definetly make me feel better knowing you went thru the same thing i am now and am praying i do not get side effects too bad i can deal with a few but the list was long, I am sleepy but force myself to go for walks to get blood flowing. I have to goto my radiation tx i will keep you guys updated

Think about it: ANY RX drug you receive comes with a LONG list of potential side effects.  Have you seen all those commercials for prescription drugs?  Most of the commercial contains warnings about potential side effects!  For example, here is a great site for potential 5FU side effects:  http://chemocare.com/chemotherapy/drug-info/5-fu.aspx

Note that the list is divided into 2 groups: Side effects that MAY BE experienced by more than 30% and side effects that MAY BE experienced by less than 30%.  Everyone responds differently, though.  So be on the lookout for them - but don't necessarily expect them.  That said, I recommend drinking LOTS of water to flush out your body. Carry a water bottle.  You are already walking for exercise - so that is great!  It will keep your energy level up. And eat good, nourishing food to repair the damage being done by the therapy.  You will do just fine!

magikproductions said:

I have those things are sooo

I have those things are sooo good I love the vanilla and strawberry ones lol I have gained 12 lbs so far started monday and stay eating so far, hopefully no nausea will come

i can only tolerate the chocolate ones and i cant stand chocolate. lol keep drinking them. im trying to cat h up but im assuming until they take out the tumor ill prob. keep losing. ive lost 19 lbs in 3 months. If the nausea comes dont worry there are several diff meds they can use to control it. i had to take 5 diff nausea mdds when i did chemo but i didnt throw up very much.

magikproductions said:

week 2

Got plugged in today going for week too, I am not feeling sick so praying this keeps up. had a huge mood swing last night my wife was smoking in the bathroom closed door and window open but i still smelled it, I got this like rush of anger run over me everything made me mad it was hot then cold i got soooo mad about that then I got mad at my wife for moving the bed too much. I appolgized a little after this but my doc said it could be the Anti-depressants so I stopped them as of today.. see if it helps man that was crazy the rush of anger just overwelms your body crazy stuff.

That's a steroid (not sure if I spelled it right) that is often given to people on chemo to help reduce the side effects.  However, it also has the typical impact on mood like all steroids, and many people on the forums have mentioned having sudden mood swings, especially anger.  You might want to talk to your doctor about it, see what he/she thinks.  They might choose to reduce it or try something different.  Ann Alexandria

magikproductions said:

week 2

Got plugged in today going for week too, I am not feeling sick so praying this keeps up. had a huge mood swing last night my wife was smoking in the bathroom closed door and window open but i still smelled it, I got this like rush of anger run over me everything made me mad it was hot then cold i got soooo mad about that then I got mad at my wife for moving the bed too much. I appolgized a little after this but my doc said it could be the Anti-depressants so I stopped them as of today.. see if it helps man that was crazy the rush of anger just overwelms your body crazy stuff.

This would be a great time for your young wife to quit smoking. Its not healthy for her, and the second hand smoke is definitely not healthy for you.

I worked as a podiatric medical assistant until my cancer happened, and I can't tell you how many patients we had who would not quit smoking and their recovery, espeically diabetic ulcers, would not heal, ever. 

As for moving the bed, I'm guessing you meant moving in the bed too much. That rings so true. I woke my husband up one nigh because his brathing was bothering me. I felt so awful in the morning. 

Good luck in getting the mood swings in hand. 

magikproductions said:

week 2

Got plugged in today going for week too, I am not feeling sick so praying this keeps up. had a huge mood swing last night my wife was smoking in the bathroom closed door and window open but i still smelled it, I got this like rush of anger run over me everything made me mad it was hot then cold i got soooo mad about that then I got mad at my wife for moving the bed too much. I appolgized a little after this but my doc said it could be the Anti-depressants so I stopped them as of today.. see if it helps man that was crazy the rush of anger just overwelms your body crazy stuff.

Be sure & tell Dr. because you will need some mental support and TLC so keep your cool.  Your wife is probably a nervous wreck.   Glad to hear your not feeling sick. 

magikproductions said:

hey everyone sorry I have not

hey everyone sorry I have not been on in awhile been sick nhave no net at home can afford it yet I got approved for disability and medicaid needs to fax over my application to the and I will have it by friday, YAY. I was goiong to the florida state strawberry festival this past weekend but I have had sooo much anxiety and depression and stress I just felt sick drove a little ways and had to turn around had my wife drive me home my heart was beating out of my chest started to cry, it was nuts. they finally prescribed me xanax. I have also gotten a prescription for nasea but it was $84.99 which at this time i do not have and they also gave me the prescripton cream for rad burns my bottom is hurtin so bad i cannot got number 2, but that was $95.99 so I am waiting until I get medicaid to help pay for it. any who thought I would update everyone on how I am

 

Later,

Justin

Justin - sorry you are having a tough time.  I hope things improve for you soon.  Have you explained your financial situation to the doctors? Many times they are able to get samples of drugs for you.

magikproductions said:

hey everyone sorry I have not

hey everyone sorry I have not been on in awhile been sick nhave no net at home can afford it yet I got approved for disability and medicaid needs to fax over my application to the and I will have it by friday, YAY. I was goiong to the florida state strawberry festival this past weekend but I have had sooo much anxiety and depression and stress I just felt sick drove a little ways and had to turn around had my wife drive me home my heart was beating out of my chest started to cry, it was nuts. they finally prescribed me xanax. I have also gotten a prescription for nasea but it was $84.99 which at this time i do not have and they also gave me the prescripton cream for rad burns my bottom is hurtin so bad i cannot got number 2, but that was $95.99 so I am waiting until I get medicaid to help pay for it. any who thought I would update everyone on how I am

 

Later,

Justin

It sounds like things are pretty hard right now.  Please tell your doc about the issue of not being able to pay for the burn ointment.  There may be a state program that can help until you get set up with federal aid.  And for the nausea, talk to your doc about using the Xanax.  I have Ativan (also an anti-anxiety drug) that works really well for nausea, and it's much cheaper!  You have to take it at a higher dose than for anxiety (with mine it's 2mg 3x per day).  I don't know what the dosage would be for Xanax, but they should be able to tell you.  Don't hesitate to ask for help...having cancer is one of the hardest things you will ever go through, especially when you're young.  And if you put UPDATE in the title of this post, more people will be aware that you've jumped back in.  Someone might have a suggestion for an inexpensive ointment.  Many hugs~Ann Alexandria

Edited to add that I would go to the pharmacy and see if they can recommend an over the counter ointment.  They might know of something that would be cheaper.

Justin, sorry to have to meet you under these circumstances.  It seems so unfair that someone in his 20s has to suffer with colon cancer.  Know that we are here to support you and your young wife as you accompany one another on this journey.  We also wish you the best along the way. 

Fair winds and following seas. 

Rick