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Update on old member Diane
Just got the news from Diane that 5 years and 3 months since her first dx (Stage III) and 2 years and 3 or 4 days since her hepatic resection, her CT and MRI's were clear. Her doctor was very upbeat and said that at 2 years with no recurrence, she has a really good chance of no other recurrences. CT and MRI every six…
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Rolles Surgery
Update: I have 5 lung nodules, very small. They showed up in Sept. One liting up with SUV 1.3. Indeterminate by SOC. Here in the USA it is watch and wait mode but don't want to chance it as I don't want to miss the surgery boat and feel I will miss it here. So, going to Germany for Rolles surgery to get them out of there…
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Seeking Advice on Chemotherapy Treatment and Stomach Pain
Hello Everyone, I am writing to seek your valuable advice and insights regarding my brother's current medical situation. We live outside of the United States and have some doubts about the medical staff at the hospital where he is receiving treatment. This is why we are reaching out to you for help. My brother is a…
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I am new with questions
Just had a Monarch Robotic assisted bronchoscopy for a 1.7 nodule lower Right lung and a lymph node. Dr called he missed getting tissue of the nodule bc results so normal tissue. Results on lymph node next week but doen't think it is anything. Scheduled me for needle biospy when I recover from this. Another interventional…
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After Vats surgery 2/16
Stage II Adenocarcinoma. Pathology reports Separate tumor nodules (metastases) in same lobe. Metastases within the same lobe. They Want to know if I want them to do another surgery and take out entire lower lobe. .5cm margin listed in pathology report. A study I reviewed on safe margins for lung cancer. This finding…
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Bilobectomy "Right upper & middle lobe removal ".
Spotted nodule in my right lower lobe on my ct scan of my abdomen. Doctor's wanted to wait so I went back later seen it was bigger. Originally was supposed to get lower lobe removed " Lobectomy ". Turned into " Bilobectomy " removed top lobe as well after making a bigger cut across my back because the tumor's was a lot…
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Urtheria/Bladder cancer-
First time posting. I went through what my doctor called urtheria cancer back in 2019. However I find it difficult to find things under that title. It is like a subtitle as it falls under the Bladder cancer category, yet I had no issue with the bladder. The type of cancer was squamous cell, which is a skin cancer but can…
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Seeking treatment near Syracuse.
Hello from DeRuyter ny to anyone who is out there my 68 year old father is not very computer savvy so I’m here on his behalf. Ill skip the symptoms and jump to the case. Yesterday my mother and him got the call that he has bladder cancer and had 2 tumors, one being over and inch. We’re pretty nervous for him and they have…
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Confused and really need answers after many years
In 2007 after getting a bone scan done for right leg pain the orthopedic doctor came into the room and showed me the image of my bone scan and told me that I had bone cancer. I was stunned and so scared. I didn't know how to feel or what to think. I wanted answers and have been searching for answers ever since. I had a MRI…
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Cystoscopy after Hysterectomy
Hello, I was recently diagnosed with grade 1 uterine cancer and I have surgery scheduled April 17. I was advised that immediately following the hysterectomy, a cystoscopy would be performed. Has anyone had this done during their procedure? I am assuming they want to rule out bladder mets. I have been experiencing ongoing…
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Endometrial Serous Carcinoma stage 3C
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I.am a 63yoF who just got diagnosed with Stage 2 Laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma
Hi ~ This is my first time here so a little unsure. I was recently diagnosed with vocal cord cancer & am kind of freaked out. I had endo cervical cancer last year & so far so good on that. Chemo & rad. I am so much more afraid this time. I haven’t started rad yet (no chemo this time) but I already can barely be heard…
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Detroit Area Surgeons
Greatly appreciated all of your previous responses to my posts. If anyone can give me a head start with a well-seasoned, good surgeon for prostate removal, it would be helpful. I have one that I believe would an option, but want to get opinions. Thanks to all!
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You Might Be A Caregiver If.......
You feel like smacking the next person who says "Boy, you really look tired". You make life and death decisions with a snap of your fingers but you need 30 minutes to select an item from a dinner menu. You can rattle of the generic and brand names of medications and the family they belong to quicker than the nurse. Going…
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Peritoneal\ovarian
Hello! I am writing for any perspective on what my mom is currently going through. In mid-August I took her to ER with a distended belly, after a CT, was told she had metatstatic cancer but as they were not sure of the primary source, ordered a bunch of diagnostic tests. Everything came back fine, aside from a comment…
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Disfigured
I had throat cancer and went through chemo radiation clean up.just like all of u I had some lyphmnodes removed as well as saliva glands 5 years later I feel and look great but I feel disfigured. U wouldn't know I went through cancer unless I told you but the scar is mental and I know it is I don't feel unwanted ...I just…
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CT Chest ~ Image
Hi everyone, Had a CT yesterday, waiting for the report. Been looking through images. Not looking for a diagnosis, just opinion based on experience. Does this look normal?
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Prostate Removal?
Good Morning. I am new to this board. It was suggested by my wife, who had been involved in the forum for many years. So, to summarize, I am 72 years old. DX in 2016 with a Gleason of 6. I've been practicing 'active surveillance' since then. Fast forward to October of last year, with one or two plugs now showing Gleason 7.…
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Best Hospital or the most success and experience with Peritoneal Cancer
My mom was diagnosed with metastatic ovarian cancer mid last year. She has had 7 rounds of chemo. By the end of last year her c125 numbers had returned to normal range but the ct showed no shrinkage of the "tumors" (Mucinous Adenocarcinomas). She had a consult at MDA. We were hoping for HIPEC. They pegged the cancer as…
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Astrocytoma Grade III-Survivor
If any one needs help please let me know, I went through brain cancer and have lived. My calling is to help others survive also. Jose
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The C: Section Chronicles - 6 years later
It's been a while. Yes it has been that long. yesterday I had my final ultra sound scan at the bequest of the ENT. It is hard to believe that 6 and a half years ago a lump was discovered on my neck, which started this adventure (as recorded in the Chronicles which I am going to collate into a full document sometime.)…
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Interesting article about Endometrial cancer and Older women
Treatment of Older Women With Endometrial Cancer: Improving Outcomes With Personalized Care | American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/EDBK_158668?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed
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Reading A Pathology Report And Questions To Ask Your Health Care Team
I was talking with another CSN'er and a question came up about pathology reports and got me digging for more information and in doing some research I came up with a wonderful page of information from cancer.net about pathology reports probably everything you need to know and the questions you should ask your medical team.…
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Questions For Your Doctor After Treatment Has Ended
Hello folks, I came across this short guide and I am attaching it here. It gives you an idea of questions to ask your doctor after your cancer treatment has ended. It can be printed out and there is a lined section at the end for you to take notes. Take care, God Bless-Russ
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Questions For Your Doctor After Diagnosis
Hello folks, I came across this short guide and I am attaching it here. It gives you an idea of questions to ask your doctor after you get the diagnosis of cancer. It can be printed out and there is a lined section at the end for you to take notes. Take care, God Bless-Russ
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Treatment options for medullary thyroid cancer
I have a cousin who is from Montevideo, Uruguay, with medullary thyroid cancer who after multiple surgeries is still suffering recurrence. This cancer has now spread to the liver and lungs and we are waiting on confirmatory FAPI-PET/CT to know what her next options are. Are there any research or clinical…
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Scans coming up
I have my three year scan March 28 then April six I leave for England woo hoo will be there a month I’m not going to let this cancer win
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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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Cancer in both breasts...
Hi, Was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma in right breast three weeks ago. Still going through many tests, but after an MRI, the radiologist called and said that they found a suspicious area in the left breast also, and I need a biopsy. Before I panic to the point of no return, does anyone know if it is uncommon to…
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A Brother's Heartfelt Plea: Seeking Guidance and Support for Metastatic Colon Cancer Journey
Dear CSN Community, I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to CSN community on behalf of my brother, who has been diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer. We are seeking advice or insights from those who have experienced a similar journey, either personally or through their loved ones. Patient Background:…