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Diagnosed this year but having problems with
I have been diagnosed with Metastatic Prostate Cancer Stage 4 B. I was having no issues and one day hurt my back. They scanned my back and noticed something in my pelvis. Three months later after testing everything finally got a diagnosis. I am currently getting darolutamide and relugolix. The had started me on Chemo,…
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High CA125 does not mean cancer!
I have had an anxious month. My CA125 has been climbing all month. In May it was 12. In the beginning of August it was up to 295, then 4 days later 460. A CT scan was done and no spots of cancer were found. I was told to get another test in 2-3 weeks. I did that on September 5...my number was 2645. Needless to say I was…
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The Scary Diagnosis: How They Found My Cancer Video
A fellow recounting part of his H&N cancer experience. In this video, I talk about the scary diagnosis I received and how my doctor found my cancer. I share with you my hope for treatment and how I was hoping to beat this deadly disease.If you're feeling scared about a cancer diagnosis, this video is for you. I talk about…
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Any long term survivors of stage IIIb or stage IV NSCLC?
I would be interested in hearing from long-term survivors of stage IIIb and stage IV NSCLC. i have been diagnosed with stage IIIb squamous cell lung cancer with occult primary (the cancer in only in my thoracic lymph nodes; the primary tumor is either too small to be detected or regressed or nonexistent.) I have just been…
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Radiation treatment for Central Lung Cancer side effects
My husband is very likely to have cancer (awaiting biopsy) posterior to the right main stem bronchus, which is within the central area of the lung. Does anyone have any experience with treatment to this area. Our medical oncologist told us that he was referring us to a pulmonologist but that given the location surgery was…
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What to expect with no treatment
Hi all. I have a biopsy coming up but, unlike most, I'm not interested in finding out what kind of treatment I may qualify for (frankly, they all sound absolutely terrible) but, rather, how much time I have left. All my friends have already passed on so it's pretty much just me alone at this point so no real desire to put…
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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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I have anl
i am new to this. I wanted to share my story.
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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…