I have recently found out that someonw has colon cancer. They have said they are dying and have almost died recently from it, is this possible? If so how long before it happens? What can be doen?
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yes, colon cancer is a very common cause of death.
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Yes, many people have died from it. It depends on how long the person had it before it was diagnosed, for one thing. Sometimes surgery helps, but if it is too far advanced, sometimes nothing can be done. Chemotherapy and radiation may be tried, but often the person dies anyway.
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Yes, unfortunately you can die of colon cancer. It all depends on what stage your friend is in, if and how it has spread, and even their frame of mind. The best thing you can do is educate yourself-go to WebMD.com and comfort your friend. Spend time with them when they need company, give them things to temporarily distract them, watch DVD's with them, maybe download some music for their IPod, bring them flowers, send cards, email, etc. Also, be conscious of the fact that they might not want to speak with or see anyone and might even develop weird phobias as a result of the disease or the medication they're taking, so try not to take things personally.
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I wish you were joking, but I know you're not. That is one of the leading causes of death today. There is no "age limit", and it's a horrifying illness...my prayers are with the person who is ill and I hope you will be able to offer some comfort to them.
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Yes colon cancer does kill. Their doctor is the one that can give them the best prognosis based on their condition and the spread of the cancer. For more information see the following websites http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/colon-cancer/DS00035 http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000262.htm http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/colon-and-rectal http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/CRI_2_1x.asp?dt=10
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Yes a person can die of colon cancer. It is a cancer like any other. The cancer is usually removed surgically. Sometimes part of the colon is removed and the ends sewn back together. Chemotherapy and radiation may be used if the cancer has spread. No one can predict how long a person will live with cancer. And if it has metastized or spread, it will destroy other parts of the body.
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Yes, colon cancer can lead to death. I don't know what they mean when they told you they almost died from it recently; it sounds as if they've already gone through chemothreapy or radiation. Both of those treatments take alot out of a person physically (there's a saying that the treatment is worse than the cure), in which case there are times when they are miserable and feel as if they're dying. As for how long it takes before someone dies - there's no telling. Personally I had a loved one survive 22 years after the initial diagnosis and put up a good fight. Another friend died after 1 year; but he did not receive treatment until it was too late - didn't think it could happen to him; it all depends on at what stage the cancer was detected. The point is - seek treatment. Also, all doctors are different, always get a second opinion if you are not comfortable with that doctor. Finally, please check what insurance they have. Although they will not admit it, some insurance carriers will delay approving a given treatment for as long as possible - they don't make money by paying out on a policy - if they tell you no or take too long, give them a call and have them justify this decision (put them on the spot). It's unfortunate, but that's the way things are. Good luck.
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Colon cancer is typically about 50% fatal, usually treated with surgery and chemotherapy and sometimes radiation. Also many people with the cancer can have it removed, and it may reoccur within the next five years. If detected early, prognosis is fairly good, at least with treatment that 50% can expect to live another few years. But many people don't seek treatment, even if they are bleeding profusely when they use the toilet/ A co-worker's friend never sought treatment until she could no longer get out of bed or take care of basic hygeine, she had colon cancer and died in 2 weeks after seeing the doctor. My mother had colon cancer 11 years ago, and had surgery to remove part of her colon. It reoccurred about 6 years ago, had more surgery, but she is still surviving but has some digestive probs due to not much colon.
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