I have just come back from the marsden and will be put on Fluorouracil, irinotecan and cetuximab this coming Tuesday 31 May. Going to be admitted for 48 hours as there is a 2 week wait for the picc line (is this what most people have?) I’m so scared...
Hi all, Just had a call from my colorectal nurse, she's heard from Southampton, they have agreed to see me to discuss options, leave the primary and get back on chemo or remove with risks, mine is close to the central nervous system so they will want...
After some positive stories and thoughts today after my appointment with my oncologist today and a change of treatment plan. (Diagnosed February 22) I have had a right hemi colectomy which was very successful. I was due to have CAPOX but my latest scan...
Hi , I am new to the group , I am feeling very scared as I have surgery booked for the 14th this month to remove the cancer I am so worried about how my hubby will cope with our two young girls
Hi, Today is my 4th day home after surgery & on & off for the best part of the day I’ve been having the urge to sit on the toilet which is impossible as those parts of my body ain’t there anymore. I’ve heard about this thing Phantom Rectum, doe anyone...
Hello all I've not worked since nov.18th, and my statutory sick pay with my employer ends in a couple of weeks. I would be grateful for any advice on my next step. Please note my savings are above the £16,000 threshold. thanks in advance.
Bit of a long story but thought having a bit of back story might help with any answers . I was diagnosed with stage 3 sigmoid cancer and had a higher anterior resection last March . 1 lymph node showed cancer so I had chemo although this was cut short...
Hi I had surgery nearly 3 weeks ago to remove an 11cm tumour from my colon which went to the presacrel tissue. I believe they got it all but am still waiting for histology to come back. I have had an ileostomy which is temporary and I’m doing ok managing...
So the month of better weather begins . Well we hope it does . Been trying to stay out of my sons way as they both have exams . Spent yesterday up cleaning out the attic then in the garage painting some furniture. Books all over my house! . became...
My father (71) has just been diagnosed with bowel cancer that has spread to liver . He has been so very ill for months and rapid decline over 2 months extreme weight loss, going to loo 15+ times per day and unable to eat very much and no quality of life...
