Introduce yourself to the community!

Why not to leave a short comment below and introduce yourselves. Give as much or as little information as you like. Feel free to ask your own questions here: healthunlocked.com/write/bo...

[kazadi]

I'm living Democratic of Congo in Africa! My little brother have now 27 years now i have rectum cancer

But i have any think for his treatment can y ou help me please! Thank you!

[VanessaGhigliotty in reply to kazadi]

Hello Kazadi. I myself was diagnosed at age 28 with stage 4 colon cancer. In order to help give some advice, I would need to know a bit more about the situation. How did the diagnosis come about? What stage is your brother and has he met with a surgeon, radiologist or oncologist yet?

[VeronicaCatrienna]

Hello my name is Veronica. I was diagnosed with bowel cancer yesterday

[Fatima_sh in reply to VeronicaCatrienna]

How are you doing now my dear ? I hope you’re alright

[Sedr in reply to VeronicaCatrienna]

Can u share ur experience prior diagnosis and after diagnosis ?

[Grae]

Hi My names Grae.

Diagnosed with rectal cancer 8 yrs ago aged 40. Had lower anterial resection and temp. ileostomy which was reversed after 10 months. 27 lymphs taken out of which 5 were infected. Tumour so low down I nearly had permanent bag. Was very lucky in the end. I believe I had the tumour for at least a year before it was taken away as not taken seriously by GP because of my age. Went to GP again once abdo pain started.Would like to help/reassure anyone in similar position right now.

[Saikumarr in reply to Grae]

How are you now dear ?

[betemm]

Hello my name is Betty,

My mum was diagnosed bowel cancer aged 73 in 2006, she passed away in 2007, my younger brother 42, was diagnosed in 2007, we didn't tell mum who was in the next ward, I had no symptoms but wanted a colonoscopy to feel safe, the dr said I should wait until I was 50(I was 46) but I insisted. In Feb 2008 they found a four centimeter tumor, I had a bowel resection a month later, luckily it hadn't progressed through my bowel or to my lymph nodes. My brother passed away in October that year. My other brother and my sister both had colonoscopy but were clear.

Although we lost mum and our brother, we are thankful at least that I was diagnosed early enough to be a survivor. I would probably not have known of my cancer until it was too late if I had waited for symptoms.

8 years cancer free for me.

[blh55]

Hi. I was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer with lymph involvement 2 years ago. I had surgery and 5fu chemo for 12 rounds. I returned to work part time 1 year after chemo was completed. I have continuing neuropathy in my hands and feet as a side effect of the chemo. I give thanks every day for the many blessings that I have. My husband and I have made changes to our diet such as juicing, mainly beet juice. And cottage cheese and flax seed oil. Check ups are still nerve wrecking but have been good so far. We don't know what the future holds so live life to the fullest every day.

[Jwarren in reply to blh55]

Hi I'm pleased you are ok now - I was diagnosed in May this year - stage 3 - 8 cm tumour - about to have surgery next month - chemo after that - I've had radiation /chemo

It was pretty horrid - but I survived it and was working most if way thro - but I'm pretty scared about the surgery and chemo after -

[blh55 in reply to Jwarren]

my surgery was not so bad. I did not have to have a colostomy. recovery from the surgery was quick. it was the chemo that got me down. much better now except for feet neuropathy and still some fatigue. I have decided to retire from work and just concentrate on living. money isn't everything!

[Saikumarr in reply to Jwarren]

How are you now ? How many cycle chemo you received dear?

[Switch1975__ in reply to blh55]

try writing a bucket list and scratching one thing off at a time and making a memory book / box thats what we have done and it also helped us look at the good thing around us and communication between us .

[Switch1975__]

i don't have bowel cancer but my partner has advanced bowel cancer and is at the palliative state.

as due to his other health problems he cant have chemo or surgery he is 74 yr old .

[lindaspahic in reply to Switch1975__]

Have you considered trying cannabis oil? I am using it now myself, and just am feeling soooo much better. I am not at a place where there were no other options, but I really believe from my personal experience so far that first of all it is not harmful, and might well be VERY helpful. Maybe worth a try if there are no other options.

[Fatima_sh]

Hello my name is Fatima and I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease about 3 years ago, but I’ve had the symptoms (bleeding, weight loss ...etc) for 8 years before getting a diagnosis ... I was scared to tell anyone about my symptoms so I stayed silent for eight years, then my body couldn’t take it anymore and I was sent to the E.R and got diagnosed a month or so after that.

[Tanky]

guys, AV had chronic constapation since last may, I have got FSH muscular dystrophy and arthritis mutalins. My bowl muscles don't contract anymore so been using suppositories for the last 2yrs until it got 2 the point it built up that bad it was up 2 my chest and right up the top of my back, a sat up 1 morning n it came out my mouth and thought a better see a doctor, anyways a had hospital wash outs and 2 small enemas and 26 big enemas and laxidos n bisicodle at night, a eventually gave in and went 2 hospital but got told my x-rays were full but they couldn't see anything wrong so a walked out cause they were gonny give me another wash out n 8 laxidos a day, a told them AV been doing it for 7 months now, the pain in my left side was like a severe stitch with severe pains shooting through it, in the past 37 days AV had 4 picolax sachets n 8 laxidos a day in only 500ml of water and still just dihhorea, ma left upper side/stomach feels like a big lump but the Dr said it was gas and believe me AV blew enough gas out lol. Has anyone else ever had this, I just get 2 a certain bit maybe 2 days the other day without them n it started building up in ma stomach n back n when a breath in and out it was like a pluricy pain in the left lung, anyone got any ideas on anything else a can try????

Related Tags

enemaspicolaxintestinal and stomach conditions

[Tanky]

guys, AV had chronic constapation since last may, I have got FSH muscular dystrophy and arthritis mutalins. My bowl muscles don't contract anymore so been using suppositories for the last 2yrs until it got 2 the point it built up that bad it was up 2 my chest and right up the top of my back, a sat up 1 morning n it came out my mouth and thought a better see a doctor, anyways a had hospital wash outs and 2 small enemas and 26 big enemas and laxidos n bisicodle at night, a eventually gave in and went 2 hospital but got told my x-rays were full but they couldn't see anything wrong so a walked out cause they were gonny give me another wash out n 8 laxidos a day, a told them AV been doing it for 7 months now, the pain in my left side was like a severe stitch with severe pains shooting through it, in the past 37 days AV had 4 picolax sachets n 8 laxidos a day in only 500ml of water and still just dihhorea, ma left upper side/stomach feels like a big lump but the Dr said it was gas and believe me AV blew enough gas out lol. Has anyone else ever had this, I just get 2 a certain bit maybe 2 days the other day without them n it started building up in ma stomach n back n when a breath in and out it was like a pluricy pain in the left lung, anyone got any ideas on anything else a can try???

[Tanky]

Hi just wondering if you know of anything that could be seriously wrong x

[Amberdog15]

I am 65 and was first diagnosed with colon cancer in 2010, stage 3. After several botched operations and removal of part of my descending colon the cancer was found and removed and I had a bag for eight months (not much fun!). Chemo followed and I was lucky to have five clear years with frequent scans. Unfortunately the cancer returned in my lymphatic system and I have been on various chemos plus radiotherapy ever since. Although it has been a rough road I feel lucky to still be here and the treatment in France has been amazing. My oncologist is dedicated and caring and the clinic where I have treatment first class. My advice is to live in ‘small bites’ and try not to think of the big picture. My present goal is to get to Cyprus for my son’s wedding in November. Can’t wait.

Good luck to all of those in my rather dismal boat! It hasn’t sunk yet! 😬

[5004alda]

Hello my name is Alda, my husband has terminal Advanced colon cancer , Kras Wild G12D, we are looking for new trials. He has been in a long history of treatments without success. Did anyone know about new trials? Thank you so much

[trio2000]

my name is Dean and i reside in the uk .

i have been in pain with a large sore lump on my lower back - top of buttock right side for about a month and recently started seeing blood in my faeces and constipation .

[VanessaGhigliotty in reply to trio2000]

Hey Dean, I wanted to see if you had any updates on the lumpand bowel issues?

[Nina1983]

Any update Dean

[Gypcy88]

Hey

I been having constipation the last week little longer feeling like I haven’t finished but I don’t keep trying to push I don’t want to get a hemorrhoid haha

So I just go back and forward off and on , now last night I noticed blood when I wipe with some small blood clots as well and after I fee is burns a little but the burn feeling don’t stay long couple seconds than I feel fine (not like urine infection burn feeling how the burn feeling stays) but that’s on and off.

I read the symptoms for colon cancer

My sister says it does run in the family!

It’s got me realllly scared to go see the doctor

I also suffer with depression so that isn’t helping me get off my ass to do the colonoscopy test (think that’s what it’s called) .

Scared Girl.

[VanessaGhigliotty in reply to Gypcy88]

Hello @Gypcy88 I realize you posted 9 months ago, but I am pretty new to this site and wated to check in to see how you are doing and if you went to the doctor.

[Claudene]

My name is Claudene I'm 39 been diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer

[Digger0]

Hi. I am 71 and have had a + poo stick test so am having to have a colonoscopy next Friday. I also have a congenital hole in my heart that is going to be mended, and have bronchiectasis and Graves disease (over active thyroid). I also had breast cancer successfully treated in 2008. I have had lots of blood tests done for the cardiac catherisation I had in February and they are all fine. I'm not keen on the colonoscopy but they would not do a CT scan. My husband is not taking it well, and said I should have had a 2nd poo test. How do others explain to their partners. Thanks for ;letting me join and vent.

[Tksunset79]

Hi I'm Terrie.I'm new here. I found this site while scrolling looking for other things. I have cancer of the anus. Had surgery mid February and now have a colostomy bag which is supposed to be temporary till after my Chemo/ radiation is complete but I'm not sure who to believe anymore. I've been to the ER too many times. Been told things that just were not factual ,have had horrible experiences in the ER as well. I've been having bad pains in side where my cancer tumor is(rectum and my whole area butt cheeks and all feels like I've been kicked there over and over ) inside my vagina ( due to having a fitchula ) my abdomen and having nausea. My pain pills don't take away this pain, nausea pills help. constipated now for 5 days.I'm supposed to have an infusion and a simulation both this month on the 28th but if I end up in the ER then hospitalized, what will happen to those apointmets ? I'm scared to go again but scared not to go to the ER.I've been completely lost in this new world called cancer. If you have any information to share with me please do or if you'd like to ask questions or can relate to my circumstances please do.I live in Houston Texas now where I'm receiving care thank you for reading.

[Hidden in reply to Tksunset79]

so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. What were your symptoms if you don’t mind me asking?