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Questions And Answers

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can somebody tell me the truth about my dad's colon cancer?  starstarstarstarstar

My dad was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in October and has just today been to the cancer clinic.He started getting sick in June of 09 and by ...

colonoscopy  starstarstarstarstar
what kind of medication and/or vitamins should I avoid taking before a colonoscopy test

Colonoscopy prep diet  starstarstarstarstar
Can you have a fruit smoothie the day before a colonoscopy?

Colon Cancer Surgery  starstarstarstarstar
What is the recuperation time after surgery?

Colon Cancer Suddenly Diagnosed  starstarstarstarstar
I have a friend that was diagnosed with colon cancer and it has spread to the liver. He was diagnosed 2 weeks ago after having some rectal bleeding.

They ...

Colon Cancer stage 4  starstarstarstarstar
I'm looking for an honest answer please. Two months ago my dearest friend was diagnosed with colon cancer stage 2. Then he had 3 chemo treatments but ...

Eating Before Getting a Colonoscopy  starstarstarstarstar
I ate eggs and biscuits today at 11 Am before I started drinking the fluid. Can I still have a colonoscopy at 7 AM tomorrow?

Colon Cancer Chemo Diet   starstarstarstarstar
What colon cancer diet should I be on during chemotherapy?

Should I let the surgeons take all my colon or leave a little?  starstarstarstarstar
I am facing the possibility of removal of the colon or leaving 6" to avoid a colostomy bag. I need information on what goes on with leaving 6" and chances ...

Soy products after colon cancer surgery  starstarstarstarstar
Are soy products such as soy yogurt OK to eat following colon cancer surgery?

Is Stage 2 Colon Cancer Treatable and Curable?  starstarstarstarstar
Is stage 2 colon cancer curable?

note from Cancer Information Center

The answer is absolutely yes- you can see this page for more specifics.

Stage ...

Mucinous Carcinoma Colon  starstarstarstarstar
Hi
I am just recently been operated for right colon 6cm tumour. Found out to be stage 2 - T2 a N-No M-No

I would appreciate it very much if someone ...

How Does Colon Removal in a Woman Affect Intercourse  starstarstarstarstar
I just met a woman who had her colon removed several years ago. Our relationship is at a point where there is talk about intercourse. She has mentioned ...

colon cancer health status 31 months after learning I have stage 4 colon cancer  starstarstarstarstar
On November 6, 2006 I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon rectal cancer. The cancer had already spread to my liver and lymph nodes and iliac bone. After a ...

Fecal blood screening was positive and I'm worried if my symptoms are progressing so fast  starstarstarstarstar
I have had a fecal blood screening which was positive. I am anxiously waiting for an appointment in a week and concerned about being able to have a colonoscopy ...

can i drink  Not rated yet
i am having my colonoscopy on monday 8th march and i am wondering if i can drink alcohol ie a couple of ciders strongbow
thank you
john

Maybe i have colon cancer? And i need to know more.  Not rated yet
I was wanting to know if I can check to see if I have colon cancer. The reason is I have trouble going to the restroom like booping.(Shit) excuse my french ...

CONFUSION FROM PAIN MEDS IN ELDERY PATIENT  Not rated yet
My dad just had his colon removed. He's on pain meds. He is a very healthy 80 year and never takes anything for pain. However now that he has to from this ...

Can I take cialas before a colonoscopy  Not rated yet
Can I take cialas before a colonoscopy

colon removal  Not rated yet
what happens if a colon has to be removed? Do you need to use a bag the rest of your life?

Pre Colon Surgery Discomfort  Not rated yet
What do I do to stop the excessive stomach before my surgery that's due in 2 days

colon tumor removeable  Not rated yet
My sister has colon cancer and received radiation before surgery, she has a new tumor the size of your fist in the same area, biopsy didn't determine ...

cancer of the jejunum  Not rated yet
Hi my husband gary has cancer of the jejunum.he responds well to chemo,but the cancer grows back as soon as the treatment has stopped. I saw on your website ...

colon cancer  Not rated yet
I am diagnosed with colon cancer, what is my next step?

stage 4 colon cancer  Not rated yet
do you do chemotherapy before the surgery?

colon cancer and diet  Not rated yet
My husband had colon cancer 7 years ago. The surgeon told him in Dec 09 that changing his diet now is hopeless (he is 72) because of his age and the damage ...

How Many Doses of Chemo Therapy Recommended for Colon Cancer Stage 3?  Not rated yet
I read on this site that 6 weeks was long enough to receive chemotherapy for Stage 3 colon cancer. I have received one treatment every other week and ...

Stage 4 Colon Cancer  Not rated yet
1. How long does it take to reach stage 4 colon cancer if you had a colonoscopy two years before stage 4 and nothing was diagnosed at that time?

2....

Colon Cancer and Alternative treatment with Vitamins and Marine Phytoplankton  Not rated yet
I read a lot of stories that Marine Phytoplankton can cure cancer. Is that true? Can Marine Phytoplankton be helpful even though the patient is following ...

Alternative cancer treatment combined with the traditional methods  Not rated yet
My mother was recently diagnosed with colon cancer phase 4. I am trying to do anything that I can to save her and follow the right treatment. I have been ...

Exercise after colonoscopy  Not rated yet
I am training for a marathon; how soon can I run after my procedure?

Do I Need a Dietician ?  Not rated yet
I had a colon resection 6 weeks ago. The cancer was not in the lymph nodes, so no chemo was needed.

I feel great but am confused about what to eat....

colonoscopy   Not rated yet
what are the after effects of a colonoscopy?

surgery versus chemo  Not rated yet
When is any type of colon cancer surgery inadvisable? Can only chemo be used without any type of surgery and still get rid of the cancer?


Dreading The Cost  Not rated yet
I had a colonoscpy 7 years ago and now I'm 61 so the 'scoping center' sent me a letter to go back for a another scoping. But I'm worried about the cost....

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