Hi all
I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer last August and have undergone chemo radiotherapy. I was tested following the treatment and I was told I was in a percentage of people who have a total response. Following biopsies were clear too. I now been given the option to go down the Watch and Wait pathway or have surgery. I need to make the decision by Monday and I’ve been thinking about it for a couple of weeks without coming to a decision.
I have discussed this with my surgeon who points in the direction of watch and wait. I am concerned as I was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2018 and still have scans every 4 months so this would possibly put more anxiety on me. Some of my family think the surgery is the best way to go.
i have read through the watch and wait thread from a few years ago but is there any more up to date information that may help me?
Thank you
Mags x
Thanks for replying Court
it wouldn’t be a permanent stoma so that’s something to think of. Either way there are pros and cons so i have to trust myself in making the right decision for me.
i have read up about your mum and it’s always lovely to hear positive outcomes. It’s wonderful. 
Mags x
Hi Jogey
im sorry I’ve not got back before now.
thank you for your reply to my question, I did check out your journey and your experiences helped me think through my options. I decided to go on the watch and wait pathway and have just had my 3 monthly check. Sigmoidoscopy results appear good but waiting for MRI results now.
I hope the blood rash you have been diagnosed with is nothing too serious and that you are feeling well.
Take care 
love Mags x
