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  • jana11
    jana11 Member Posts: 705
    #22
    Hi. I was diagnosed at age 33 November 2002. I had chemo/radiation then surgery (3 positive lymph nodes) then chemo for another 4 months with Xeloda (oral 5-FU) and CPT-11. I worked full time the whole time. I felt tired alot, but didn't slow down much. I had nausea every now and then, and diarrhea more often. I recovered from surgery very well - attribute most of that to yoga. Stretch those muscles!!
    I had a 6 month remission, but then got a lung met - so I will start chemo again next week. Trying to decide which agents to use......
    Stay positive. This site is great for hearing happy and inspiring stories.
    For a while I didn't talk about my cancer much - I look healthy. But now I am a proud member of the cancer club and think that talking about it helps me.
    Do whatever works for you... we are all here for each other!

    Best of luck - jana
  • LindaJean
    LindaJean Member Posts: 19
    #23
    stiltz1 said:

    I'd klike some feedback on oxaliplatin; I have stage 3 with two nodes involved. the oncs have been pushing oxaliplatin. Any advice greatly appreciated. My tendency is to go with 5fu leu, whose side effects are much less

    Feedback on oxaliplatin; I had surgery March 2004, stage 3 with one node positive. My onc gave me the choice to go with the folfox treatment which includes oxaliplatin or just 5fu and lecuvorin. I have asked every nurse that administers the chemo if folfox is used often and they all seem to say that it is more of the standard treatment used, however realizing it most likely depends on the type colon cancer being treated. I am 50 and the side effects have been minimal to say the least. The week of treatment I am more tired, a little quizziness, but overall okay. The week after I am fine. I have #4 coming up next week. Keep us posted and good luck with the decision.
  • cindy262
    cindy262 Member Posts: 2
    #24
    hi...

    dont be afraid. Find a Board Certified Oncologist.and trust him. I would do the most aggressive chemo, you are young and strong.

    My cousin had colon cancer 15 yrs ago, at age 44.took the chemo, and is fine.

    Persevere. Best wishes, Cindy

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