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lowens said:

Book

Thank you, Phoebesnow, for sharing the "book" info; I google the name, of course, because that is what I always do; all I could find was the following: 

*Kicking Cancer in the Butt - Thriving in Spite of Anal Cancer.  A personal statement by Theresa Mayhew, a companion anal cancer fighter, who lost her  battle in 2011. 

If you can find this online again, I would love to have the link.

This book used to be available through Amazon and perhaps still is.  Theresa's book is very informative.  I met her through a cancer blog and became friends with her.  She included in the book many suggestions submitted to her by anal cancer survivors--what worked for them.  Anyone who wants this book and cannot find it, please let me know.  I may be able to help.

lowens said:

Book

Still no luck; I would love your help.

Lisa

I'll see if I can find out how you can get a copy.  Give me some time.

coolwater911 said:

Thank You All

I was not specifically told a stage, but I read it on a report.  I am also trying to finish a degree (Senior Year), but suddenly I find it very difficult to concentrate on school work.  And, then there is regular work, but luckily I have plenty of sick time if needed after twenty years there.  I'll have a month off from school if I can get through the next two weeks.  I really appreciate the kind and helpful advice of everyone, it means so much to me.  I do not have the support network that some have, only 1 family member that is close by.  This makes it difficut, because I must drive myself, and do most things alone.  People offer, but you do not want to burden others.  I will probably ask for advice from time to time, but you all just being here is a blessing.

Pam

Contact ACS to see if Road to Recovery is available in your area.  ACS volunteers p/u patients for appointments & treatments & drive them home.  I used this service & it was so helpful!  Reducing stress will aid in recovery.  This is a big stress reducer!

Try to let others help you.   Helping you is good for them too!

Nicotianna

lowens said:

Book

mp357,

Thank you so much for sharing this resource. I wish I had had it when I was going through my treatment. I will share this with others for sure; hopefully that won't be needed though.

I think I will purchase this for myself still.

Lisa

You're welcome  I hope it will provide you and others with helpful information.  Theresa would be very happy to know that her advice is still helping others.