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does it get worse?
Hi i am sure this has been talked about before but i just want to ask. i have just started my oral chemo at home today. so no side effects yet but i know they are coming, but what i want to know is will these side effects get worse during each cycle? I am doing 8 cycles of 2 weeks on and 1 week off the meds. i want to…
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long term survivors
Are there any other long term childhood cancer survivors out there ? Does anyone need to talk to a long term survivor.
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Nutrition after tooth extraction, several years post radiation for BOT Cancer.
I need to have a tooth pulled and a root canal on another tooth (RC shouldn’t matter). Since my radiation, which was four years ago, my main nutrition comes from 2 large smoothies, 4 total servings daily. Now I’m reading that after extraction I should avoid using straws, and avoid seeds. One of my smoothies has blueberries…
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Cancer X2
I was 37 years old when I was first diagnosed with stage 2 Breast cancer. ER/PR+/ Her2-. Now, 8 years later, I've just been diagnosed with bone mets, ER/PR -, HER2+. My cancer cells completely changed characteristics this time around but is still considered to originate from my BC. We also had genetic testing done for this…
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Testosterone
Ladies - I posted asking about HRT after this cancer in uterus is gone - I read it is safe because everything is removed - but I’ve been reading it’s not true - what about testosterone ?
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anal cancer
I just found out that I have cancer in my rectum. Last week, coloscopy; next week, CAT scan & surgeon meeting. I don't have family; my husband died in 2013; friends don't know much about cancer & neither do I. I'm afraid and anxious, trying not to get depressed. I'm looking for conversation to help me thru this process.
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just diagnosed
Hello: Just discovered this website and I wanted to join. I was just recently diagnosed with anal cancer and now am going to have more imaging and hopefully in about 2 weeks I will start with my treatments which will include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Looking for others who have experience with this and have…
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Advice about treatment options for a Mixed Adenoneuroendocrine Carcinoma (MiNEN)
Hello everyone, My cousin (37 years old) has been diagnosed with a Mixed Adenoneuroendocrine Carcinoma (MiNEN) located in the tail of the pancreas, measuring about 13x15 cm. The tumor is attached to the spleen, the ribs, and possibly some nearby areas. The pathology report mentions a neuroendocrine component, and there…
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Pump
I’m looking for some feedback on using the pump I am at the 24 month point and since summer I only use it once a week and have noticed a decrease in length of about 1/2” sound right? Haven’t had an erection since before the surgery, so I guess that’s it for me. Still taking the 5mg tadafill Any thoughts?
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Depression and anxiety
anyone experiencing depression and anxiety after double mastectomy, and after chemotherapy is over. I should be happy but I am more depressed and anxious now than I was at the earlier treatments. Anyone feeling like me??
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New to breast cancer and acs support
After finding out in July, I was given a lumpectomy on Aug 6, radiation on Aug 19-27th; and started chemo treatment on September 26th, I’m ready to be over it ALL. The chemo put me in hospital 4 days and I’m still not recovered from only one chemo infusion. 2025 has got to Stop snowballing me !!!
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Advice on sleep meds anyone?
I'm in the midst of chemo and wondering how much sleep med. might be too much? I often walk around somewhat exhausted from lack of sleep, rather than take too much, but would love to hear some experiences from others...Am I wrong to think that taking Ambien or Atavan (generic name Lorazepam) more often now, could throw off…
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Chemotherapy Ineffective 97% of The Time
I'm not a doctor and I'm not giving medical advice. I found this article interesting: http://www.collective-evolution.com/2013/04/11/study-shows-chemotherapy-does-not-work-97-of-the-time/ "A study published in August 2003 revealed that of adult cancer in the USA and Australia, the use of chemotherapy, when looking at…
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Radiated on purpose as an infant in the 1950's, cancer developed years later
I was born in the 1950's and treated with radiation as a newborn. I weighed 9lbs. 6oz. and my mom was told I was too big and had an enlarged thymus and radiation was necessary to prevent me from growing to gigantic proportions. Years later it came out that many babies were treated with radiation. The doctors I've found who…
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Cobalt radiation as toddler for tonsillitis-Late rffects
I am an MD and practiced Pediatric Oncology. I have a story of my own to tell In the late 1940s and the 1950s, infants and children and teens were given Cobalt radiation for tonsillitis, acne, thymus gland, feet-for proper shoe fitting. All benign conditions I was 4 years old when I had Colbalt radiation to “shrink” my…
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Alk positive anaplastic lymphoma in brain
Are there any successful treatments for this? And what is the survival rate? My 19 year old was just daignosed. .He receieved first chemo treatment. Now doctors concerned it may be in his brain.
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Guided Missiles Targeting Tumor Cells - Cancer Breakthrough Research - OCT 27, 2025
European research has come up with a promising new cancer-fighting concept that targets a kind of antenna on the surface of the tumor cells. I believe mostly used in breast cancer for now. I believe it is slated to be tried in other cancers also. It seems there are many researchers all around the world working for answers…
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Possible cancer recurrence
I was treated for stage 3 tonsillar cancer in 2014. I had radiation for six weeks and have been cancer-free since. I recently noticed sudden weight loss, so I went to my regular doctor and he scheduled me for 3 CT scans with contrast from head and neck down to the pelvis. I feel confident that if cancer, it would be in the…
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Avastin and Avastin/Doxil Side Effects
Hi Everyone, I am contemplating either Avastin alone or Avastin/Doxil as my next step along this journey. The published side effect look awful. I am looking for first hand information from you ladies that you might be willing to share on how well tolerated these drugs are......thanks.
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Lesions/moles without skin markings.
Hello. I just discovered a lesion/mole on my upper chest/shoulder area. It measures 4mm at the widest, and it is light brown in color. It's different from my other moles because it doesn't have skin markings like my other moles do. I don't know if it's a lesion or a mole. It is slightly raised out from the skin. It does…
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The little stuff (hints and tips): life after surgery
How about sharing practical tips for post surgery life. Look forward to reading everyone’s tips. Here is what is working for me 8 weeks out dealing with incontinence. Doing my Kegels and pretty happy with my progress but I occasionally leak or have a small squirt of urine when I cough, sneeze, laugh, stand up, bend down,…
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Cancer shock
I’ve had a heck of a few weeks. I’m 49 years old and had an infection develop in my right toe. Being a diabetic I went to get it checked out. The infection was spreading rapidly and amputation was the only option. While preparing for the surgery, a CT scan was performed. A mass in my kidney was found, an incidental finding…
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Long term childhood survivors
I'm a nearly 40 year childhood cancerous brain tumor survivor. I'm hoping to find someone in a nearly similar situation.
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PSA Anxiety
After ADT, and pelvic IMRT earlier this year another PSA test is coming up at the end of the week. Last two were .04 which is great but I've been really stressing these last few weeks about this upcoming test. I guess the worry of recurrence just goes with the territory. Does this worrying diminish somewhat for those of…
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Zytiga
Diagnosed in 2014 Gleason score 9. PSA off the chart. 44 radiation treatments and Lupron. PSA went down. Fast forward late 2021. PSA 24. Super scan PC spread to lymph glands above and below waist. Started Zytiga in 1/22 with 6 month Lupron. 4x250mg once a day. Reduced to 2x250mg this year. PSA .04 since 2/22. Each month…
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Radiation necessary??
hi, I’m looking someone that might have my same situation. I’m 71, recently diagnosed with triple lobular breast cancer. I had a lumpectomy and several lymph nodes removed. I’ve had chemotherapy and I am currently on Herceptin for nine more months. I will be starting letrozole soon. My question is has anyone refused…
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Hormone therapy
I was diagnosed with DCIS stage 0. Had lumpectomy in 2023 and 22 sessions of radiation after surgery. I had been on Anastrozole with horrible join aches then I was changed to Letrozole but I did not tolerate it as well. I am going to give my body 2 to 3 weeks off medication and try Tamoxifen 10mg. Any suggestions? Tips?…
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Anniversaries
Hello, I'm approaching my one year anniversary of my screening mammo which resulted in my diagnosis. I'm interested in hearing how others have dealt with these anniversaries. Were they difficult for you? Did you intentionally do anything distracting on those days? What advice can you give me as I recognize triggers which…
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Encouragement
I just wanted to reach out with a message of love and support to all who are going through cancer, recovering from it, or supporting someone who is. 💛 I may not fully understand everything each of you is going through, but I truly admire your courage, strength, and determination. Cancer is a hard journey, and no one should…
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POT and Cancer.
Hi, Guys and Gals. I am a voice actor, and I was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2023. I have an animated character I created a long time ago, and now he will tell my story of survival. His name is "Cecil Jenkins". I hope you find my video inspiring, informative, and entertaining. [removed by CSN Support Team]