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Post Op throat
I had my Esophagectomy on 12/19. They also did a small neck dissection and they had to do that gastro thing… forgot what it was called. I’m doing pretty well and have a great prognosis. My question is has anyone else experienced a raw throat feeling that kind of takes your breath away and makes ya cough quite a bit?
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PSA after surgery interesting
From John Hopkins Study Explores AccuPSA Test During one study, Dr. Partin and his colleagues examined blood samples from 31 patients whose PSA level had been undetectable for at least five years after radical prostatectomy. All these patients had PSA levels less than 0.1 ng/ml after surgery. However, one third of them…
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Anyone else have the same diagnosis?
In 2017 I found out that 25% of my right kidney was cancer. Chromophobe to be exact. So I had it removed. 2021 I had a pea size tumor that was clearcil (I know I didn't spell it right) cancer. Last year I had another surgery where they removed 9 tumors but I still have over 20 tumors in my body and I am stage 4 now.…
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Benefits of infusion
I have to have 4 rounds of Chemo. After my lady oncology appointment I was informed I had to have infusions for a year. Why? What are the
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New here and don't really know what to do.
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Hi everybody
SO I have PTC hopefully soon I will have it removed I have an appointment on Monday with the surgeon. I also have several nodules on my lungs that haven't changed in a year and a mass on my breast that could be cancer or pre cancerous and a cyst on an ovary that has to be surgically removed. I've had 9 biopsies and almost…
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Recurrence from Ovarian cancer
My mom initially diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021 and underwent surgery/chemo. Now we found there is a metastasis in brain and two in abdomen lymph nodes. We were told prognosis doesn't look good (as brain metastasis recurrence is risky) and starting ten radiotherapy sessions. Has anyone gone through similar…
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Anyone have experience with urologist in Colorado Springs?
trying to confirm my surgeon’s experience.
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Hoarse voice and running out of air.
hi! I’m almost 5 yrs in remission from esophageal cancer with heavy doses of chemo and radiation. The radiation left my neck scarred red. That doesn’t matter because I’m here! But…..lately I’ve had a hoarse voice and seem to run out of air when I’m saying something. Has anyone had this happen? I don’t mean long sentences…
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kidney cyst results
jan 2023:There is 3.7 cm cyst extending off the lower pole of the left kidney. There is a 3.9 cm cyst extending off the lower pole of the right kidney with minimal complexity along its posterior margin, with question of punctate calcification. No hydronephrosis. april 2024: Bilateral renal cysts again noted measuring up to…
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15 Years Post RP Detectable PSA
Submitted to a radical prostectomy in June 2009 after an initial PSA of 16.9 and a confirming biopsy. Total time lapse from detection to removal was less than 120 days. My PSA screening occurred regularly for several years post surgery and each result was undetectable - until now. I'm an older veteran and have recently…
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Post RARP cath removal incontinence
Good evening to all. I had my DaVinci RARP at Advent Celebration and had a great experience. Stage pT3b involved 11 - 20% of gland. Negative surgical margins. 3 lymph nodes negative for malignancy. Cath removed yesterday, and now I have very little control - very incontinent, especially with 6 - 8 8ounce glasses a day. I…
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SCC ON THE LOWER LIP
My husband has a place on his lower lip. A little more than two months ago he went to Derm. and had it frozen, did not work. Went back and she took out some, did not work. Went 3 & 4th time for more. First biposy showed a "wart" - last biopsy showed squamous cell carcinoma. Our worry is it is not healing well, he is having…
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New member, diagnosed today with squamous cell carcinoma, upper lip
Hello, I had a large squamous cell carcinoma excised from my lower leg in October 2014. I saw my Dermatologist again last week regarding some suspicious lesions/spots. Two biopsies were taken, and two other lesions were frozen. I received the biopsy results today and the lesion on my lip is squamous cancer which will be…
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Multiple skin cancer removals at once
I was recently diagnosed with 3 basal cell skin cancers. I’m feeling really anxious about the surgery as previous Mohs surgeries have been really painful. I was hoping to get all 3 taken care of at the same time, but most places around me only do one at a time. I did find one location that would do 2 at a time . I’m just…
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My sidetrip to Colorectal Cancer and a Reminder
I'm now 3 weeks post-op from a right hemi-colectomy (resection of terminal ileum, cecum (with appendix) and ascending colon). At age 70, the surgery did knock me out, and fatigue is still an issue. The incisional pain is minor but I have thick scar tissue bisecting my navel (I think he must have ended up with an open…
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Rest Of The Journey
I was diagnosed with stage 4 Ovarian cancer about 6 months ago. I was not a candidate for surgery and was found to be chemo refractory/ resistant. Although I know everyone’s journey is unique ( to some degree), I’ve been told my life expectancy is about a year. Is there anyone out there that has gone or “walked- with”…
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Loss of vagina and reconstructive surgery
I actually have rectal cancer but it grew quite large and has invaded the vagina. I will be losing most if not all of my vagina.This has thrown me for a loop. I find it easier to face the loss of my rectum and a likely permanent ostomy. I was hoping there might be someone here who has faced the same thing. I was also…
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Proton Therapy for Breast Cancer
Anyone know of any proton therapy for early stage breast cancer?
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Endometrial hyperplasia or cancer concerns
I'm 4 and a half years postmenopause. I had some light bleeding 9 months ago, light bleeding 7 months ago, and then a little heavier bleeding for almost a month in December 2023. I have never taken HRT for menopause. At first, I was uneducated about bleeding post menopause was something to be checked immediately. I didn't…
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Wide Excision of vulva with CUSA
Hello, I’ve read the posts on this board, and it seems no one is active anymore? I have been diagnosed with VIN2. I have surgery scheduled 7/25/22 which is two days before my 51st bday. I would love to hear from someone who has had a similar experience, guidance, encouragement. Anything. I know I need to ask more questions…
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Metastatic Colon cancer
Hi. I’m wondering if anyone has had a similar experience? My sister was diagnosed at age 45 with colon cancer 5 years ago. She was diagnosed at 3c with 9 lymph nodes involved. NED for 3 years, and then a spot on her liver, which was able to be resected. Now, a year after the liver, it’s in two spots on her lung, which they…
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Scared EVERYTHING is cancer
Hi! I’m brand new here. And I’m here specifically for emotional support. Here’s my story : I had double mastectomies in June 2023, after being diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in May- (tubular carcinoma) at 41 years old. All of my yearly mammograms have always been clear - including the one I had just two months before…
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Renal cell carcinoma
Had right kidney removed laparoscopy surgery in February. The mass was found on a CT scan that doctor was checking me for pneumonia. No symptoms. During surgery I developed a collapsed lung which was treated while still in hospital post surgery. 3 months have passed and still dealing with times during day I am exhausted .…
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Energy Drinks?
I know it's a fancy question, but given the exhaustion that hits me now, towards the end of my radiation treatment, I wonder if it would be safe to have an energy drink now and then. I'm usually not a consumer of energy drinks. My intake has been limited to 1-2 times a year, mainly for the taste of certain brands. Given my…
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What should I expect?
December 28th of 2023 I was diagnosed with Rectal Cancer. Just recently they staged it at 3. The tumor is about 4 - 5cm big. Soon I'll be going in for radiation/chemo, then after will be the chemo port, and then surgery. This is all new to me, so let's see how this goes. Tell me what your experience was like and what…
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How many of you with rectal cancer did chemo and radiation together?
I have stage 3 rectal cancer with a 3 CM tumor and its in the nearby nodes. My treatment plan is to do chemo 5-FU and radiation together. I will get the port in a week and start the following Monday. My wife has scoured the internet and seems to think my treatment plan is unusual and that most get one or the other. She is…
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6 cm renal cell carcinoma solid mass - surgery upcoming
CT scan for something else, no symptoms. Been doing some reading on cancer sites for info - had no clue about anything to do with kidney cancer and pathology wording doesn't sound good per my reading. On a better note, no evidence of metastatic disease. Dr. seemed encouraging it was contained but need full removal due to…
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Recurrence at Brain or Tuberculoma?
My mom diagnosed with high grade serous IIIc in 2021, had a recurrence with ascites in 2023. Lately she felt dizziness and CT scans revealed lesion in brain - though doctor initially said such recurrence to brain is rare if not impossible he want to study further. On the other hand it could be Tuberculoma. Has anyone faced…
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TRANSPORTATION
Hello! I apologize if I'm not in the right area. I didn't know where to ask this question. I need assistance with transportation services. Like we know getting to Chemo is very important. Thank you for your help. Andrea