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why not ldr brachytherapy?
It seems ldr internal brachytherapy are not very popular nowadays. But on paper, it makes great sense: the radiation seeds inserted directly into prostate, therefore, it should not affect organs and tissues next to the prostate. The treatment is convenient comparing to others, for it only require one time, painless…
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Phlegm never stopped + DIY blended meals
I am surprised no one in this thread talks about making your own meals and blending. As soon as I got home from hospital, I began blending. I always maintained a healthy diet, but interestingly, I have no cravings whatsoever now. It is surely because my diet is so balanced. I live on wild salmon, chicken, turkey, eggs,…
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New Doctor
I am in stage 4 lung cancer and feel I am not completly sure that I am getting any of my questions answered. I would like to find out how you go for a second opinion, and any suggestions for a top Doc. I have been on a chemo treatment that used Ketruda but I had two bouts of what seemed to be pneumonia but wasn't and also…
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Advice for Pt3b N1
Hello all, I am so grateful to have found a community during this time. This is all very new and scary for us. My dad had a radical prostatectomy, and we are scheduled to have a radiation appointment in a week. He has pt3b (cancer in one seminal vesicle) and in one of the ten lymph nodes. His PSA levels are good as of now,…
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Link to MD Anderson endometrial cancer treatments
I like to share this link once in awhile for updates. Sue
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Volunteer
Diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer at 31 years old January 2024. Looking to volunteer somewhere helping others going through the hardest time of their lives. Not sure where to start? Hudson Valley, NY.
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Thickened endometrium & nervous
Hi everyone. I’m a post menopausal mom who had a little bit of spotting and as soon as I told my GP, she kindly ordered a transvaginal and pelvic ultrasound. That showed thickened endometrium of 8 mm and the endometrial biopsy is in 3+ weeks. So I’ve been reading all about it… and trying to understand what lies ahead. If…
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Question About Scans and Low PSA
My question is are results from the use of C11 Pet scans with low PSA values determined simply by a matter of probability with high GL being the greater probability? I noticed Dr Eugene Kwon reporting C11 Choline Pet scan results on patients having a PSA of 0. How do you determine when to use these types of scans -…
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my story
I am very new to this site. I am a cancer survivor since 5/1984. I was diagnosed with ANL when I was 14.
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Does endometrial thickness correlate with malignancy
Hi. I put a comment in the wrong spot a couple of days ago when I was panicking and I still got a couple of kind answers. I had a TVUS a month ago and it found an over 20 mm endometrial stripe. Ovaries clear. Post menopausal at 67. In one week I am having a D and C and hysteroscopy. Petrified of the anesthesia and of the…
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New here
I’m new here and I need little bit help with my questions, I’m finished the second therapy 2 months ago and now I recovery from hormone therapy after radiation, I have a lot questions but my poor English is no let me to say everything but I think I need psychiatric help
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Does the Severity of My Cancer Affect the Worth of My Story?
I am a prostate cancer survivor. Although I didn't have symptoms, I caught it early and have been sharing my story to encourage others to get tested. Recently, I've been asked by hospitals and cancer support organizations to share my experience more frequently. However, someone close to me mentioned that my cancer wasn't…
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Just need prayers.
My wife of 20 years was diagnosed in late 2022 with Melanoma stage 3. She had a mass removed that took part of her shoulder and a few lymph nodes as well (who knew there were so many). After trying immunotherapy and targeted therapy she is losing the battle. She fought hard, but the cancer spread to the brain and got in…
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Help ease my mind Pet/CT scan results
Hi there i recently had my first pet scan as i haven't been feeling great over the past several months, blood work out of wack, pain, exhausted. I'm 40 yr old female, diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, diabetes. I do have fibroids and a history of them for years. But the SUVmax of 5.8 on left ovary has me concerned.…
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Weight gain
Is it normal to gain weight after Prostate surgery RALP? I haven't gained a ton but Have gained like 15 lbs. The bad part I watch what I eat and drink. I am limited in my exercise due to 4 back surgeries and both shoulders having had surgery.
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Esophageal cancer spouse
my husband has had 2 chemo treatment rotations and I’m looking for live/in person emotional support groups for spouse or family members trying to provide support and care for patient in San Diego, CA
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Chemo pill vs pump and how to support body for lessening treatment side effects
Aloha! I've been recently diagnosed with stage 3, 2"rectal tumor, 2cm into the wall, 7 lymph nodes inflammed, at the top of the rectum. I'm headed in for my 3rd biopsy tomorrow to get pathology results to give us a proper plan moving forward. I turned 40 in March, First noted symptoms April this year, found tumor early…
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I have anl
i am new to this. I wanted to share my story.
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Exercise and fitness after R-Chop is finished
What fitness level and or fatigue can a patient expect after completion of 6 cycles of R-chop? I went into therapy in good physical shape for a 66 year old man, golfing , cycling, skiing etc. I’ve tolerated the chemo fairly well. Mostly just fatigue. Can I expect to regain my pre- therapy activity and fitness level again…
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“Positive” Esoguard Test
After six months of swallowing becoming more difficult, I had an Esoguard test done January 31, 2024. On February 13, I got the call it came back positive for Barrett’s Disease and/or adenocarcinoma esophageal cancer. It doesn’t specify which one. My PCP gave me a referral to a GI doctor, but most are booked out until…
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Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer, Age 40, Australian
Are there any other Australians out there with Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer? This is my husbands story about how he was diagnosed https://mctas.wordpress.com/2015/08/20/diagnosed-with-stage-4-esophageal-adenocarcinoma-esophageal-cancer/
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cryoablation for RCC kidney cancer
Does anyone know or had Cryoablation for RCC Kidney cancer on tumors smaller than 4 cm, in Texas. This is my second one in 3 years they removed the first one open type surgery. but my health isnt as good now as it was then. I understand that this is a better option for me. I would appreciate other views on this.
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Llarge and giant platelets
Greetings and Regards My son has been dealing with a drop in platelets and large and giant platelets since birth, and unfortunately, he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma at the age of 2 and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. The doctor of blood and pediatric oncology says that one of the reasons for this cancer…
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I'm new here
My name is Wendi. I have ovarian cancer and am heading into chemo treatment 6x every three weeks for the second time. Will be sure to get a port this time. In 2022 I had HIPEC , complete hysterectomy and underwent chemo. I was clear for almost 2 years. In the last 6 months, my CA 125 has been increasing rapidly. After…
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New Here and Biopsy Tomorrow
hello everyone, I’m new here, and have endometrial biopsy tomorrow I had an ultrasound and the results are my endometrial stripe is too thick I don’t have the exact measurement as I haven’t seen the doctor since the ultrasound and was called to schedule biopsy Im 51 yrs old. Over 22 yrs ago I had mild endometriosis,…
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fungating tonsil tumor, wounded during intubation
Hi all, Exhausted caregiver here. Brother, stage 1, 4 cm hpv+ h&N cancer involving tonsil and other areas, locally. During intubatoin for a nephrectomy, the tumor was injured and bled for two days. doctors say it's fungating and freasible. Anyone here having similar situation? Can these kind of tomors still have radiation…
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Existing study on History of Breast Cancer & then Testosterone After?
As the title says, I'm seeking any studies on a use case of a Female at Birth who later transitioned to male (FTM) and wanted to take testosterone. Specifically, Breast Cancer that was Stage 0, Estrogen Negative. TIA. I'm a cancer survivor from 2014 who is currently facing challenges with getting approval to take…
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New here with some questions
I’m posting with regard to my husband’s situation. His PSA level came in at 5.5. He doesn’t remember if he ever had a test before, so not sure how long it’s been high. Our PCP referred him to a urologist who recommended an MRI. The results showed PI-RADS level four. Doctor said he could wait six months and have PSA levels…
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Have you been ghosted?
I feel like I have lost so many people since I told them about my cancer diagnosis. Friends and family both. I wish I could go back in time and not even tell them. It’s so painful to process that they haven’t even texted me a “how are you doing”. Cancer without any support is really horrible. Thanks for reading.
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Needed Support
I Was dignosed in 2023. I have been doing Immotheraphy since September. But now They say I need a byospy on the left side of my neck where it all started. They found a small spot on the left side of my neck. They say it is bigger then it was last year. I'm scared and don't know what to expect. Does anyone know what they…