Sunday, March 28, 2010

How many of you are rectal/colon cancer survivors over 5 years

How many of you are rectal/colon cancer survivors over 5 years?
Please only serious nice replies. My father has rectal cancer and my aunt has colon cancer .Most docs say the survival rate is 5 years. how many out there have lived longer? Im looking for inspiration..truth only please to this sad situation..
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im being tested for it right now. I am a 15 year brain tumor survivor though. (seriously)
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2 years, but mine wasn't as bad. just carcinoid tumor in the appendix. immediate surgery got rid of it, but i still have to do check ups. anything is could happen, but hopefully new cures or treatments will improve.
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6 years and still going, and I had 2 rounds of chemo and 2 resection surgeries. There is lots of hope! But, if your oncologist is not doing it for you, I have two words for that...SECOND OPINION! I switched doctors and I believe that is why I am still here. As a side note, since it runs in the family be sure to get yearly colonoscopies.
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3 year survivor of colon and rectal. Had suspension, reconstructive and dissection.
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the rate is getting better. the use of PET/CT scanning for colon cancer taking the place of CT scans is drastically improving survivability.
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My grandma was diagnosed with colon cancer about 22 years ago-she is alive and well now, and has remained cancer free. My prayers go out to you and your family.
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My grandfather had it, its been 18 years since. I just did a paper on it. If caught and treated early there is a 100% chance you will live atleast 5 years, if not more. According to statistics 91% live till they die of old age. I hope all goes well :)
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I'm not, but one of the elderly gentlemen in my support group has been a colon cancer survivor for 12 years. he said that when he was diagnosed they told him he only had 6 months to live, but here he is proving them wrong
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my mom suffered for 5 years and im only 11 and she died last week thats how i feel even know shes not here i think about her every day
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my neighbor is 87 years old and he is a twelve year survivor, you better do full checkups because immediate family members have a good chance to have it. my best wishes for all
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My rectal cancer was in the infancy stage. The doctor found it by mistake, during a prostrate test. This biggest thing is being aware; the lack of education is the real killer.

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Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Should a person with colon cancer drink juices

Should a person with colon cancer drink juices?
I know a person who was operated about a month ago because of colon cancer, we talked to a doctor and he said that drinking lots of juice is going to be good but I thought that drinking juice would be bad because not drinking them would mean less acid which would mean giving you re digestive system a rest!!! THOUGHTS any one??
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The acid shouldn't affect the colon. The juice has already broken down at that point. As long as it is pasteurized it will be safe.
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Not all juices contain acid and once they reach the colon, they've already gone through the stomach and the acid in the stomach has already broken it down. Drink all the juice you want. I won't hurt. Just stay away from prune juice for now. Blessings
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Definitely, lots of juices, the more the better. Here I mean the natural juices made in a blender or juicer, not that concentrated, pasteurized, floor cleaner appropriate rubbish sold frozen or in bottles. Those are the kinds of juices that are acidic, and they should be avoided . The naturally made blended juice is not acidic, but alkaline, which is much more healthier for anybody coping with health problems. The healthiest juices are citrus, or, especially beet/carrot or broccoli juice. Add tomatoes to the vegetable juices to improve their flavour and make a V8 type drink. They should be drunk several times a day.

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Saturday, March 20, 2010

How Do I Check My Parakeet for Colon Cancer

How Do I Check My Parakeet for Colon Cancer?
I think my bird has cancer.
Cancer - 5 Answers
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Take him to a veterinarian.
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Vetrinarian
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You must be joking.
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There is no screening test for parakeets and besides, I've owned exotic birds all my life, Once they get sick, it's over. YOu are joking about this are you not? Yeah, I can see them now putting a scope up a birds hind end. lol. Come one. this is a joke
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You must be kidding. Birds have a very short lifespan. Does it matter?

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