I was diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer in May 2021. I was then operated (Right hemicolectomy) in September the same year. Had first follow tests in April 2022( colonoscopy and ct scan) both of which were fine. A week ago I went for a second ct...
Hi has anyone experienced metastases to the Retroperitoneum ? Plus lungs.
I have just started a 5 week cycle of chemo radiotherapy for rectal cancer , day two today. I’ve noticed that I’m passing more blood than before, have others had that experience? Thanks, Claire
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Hi, my husband’s having surgery soon and I was just wondering if you have any advice on anything that could make him more comfortable after surgery- any cushions/supports to help sitting or sleeping or any advice on how to manage a stoma bag.
very scared and stressed at the moment, scan has shown it has not spread, struggling to understand the terminology High grade dysplasia i understand is aggressive intra mucosal carcinoma ? I have not spoken to surgeon yet re treatment i know i will...
Hi to anyone who knows me Haven't posted for a few weeks, but always thinking of everyone. I'm feeling great, following my liver resection in March, but have just had an annual CT, which showed some cancer in the abdomen. The 3 monthly MRI, for liver...
Hello everyone, As the most experienced group of lovely people, I am writing to find out if anyone has had a situation similar to mine? What happened? And how did they manage? As I am at a loss and feeling like I am just slowly withering away. As...
Hi. I've just finished the first full week of Capox and have had a few side effects - some expected, some not. I would appreciate any feedback from anyone who has longer experience of Capox than me as to what I can expect over the next 11 weeks, particularly...
So I’m due to start 4 rounds of chemo and have been accepted onto the TRACC study! Has anyone else just taken capecitabine (not the full capox)? If so what was your hair loss like? My nurses said I’m unlikely to lose it all but it will thin out so now...
