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Last week I had my last chemo treatment for Stage 3a colon cancer. I had surgery in early August and then had chemo starting a month later every other week (along with a chemo pump for 48 hours after each infusion). I tend to be a person who researches the heck out of the smallest of things when making a decision (for example, when buying a new camera), but this was the one time I chose not to. I was concerned that I would become overwhelmed with the information I found and I was worried that I would get the wrong information. You have been down this road before, so you probably know a lot already and know what you want to know and don't want to know, so that is a good thing. I found that I wanted to know little about the surgery, but a lot about the chemo treatments. Fortunately, I chose a surgeon who didn't talk, but found a chatty oncologist. Let your doctors know what you need and the pace you want to receive information. I live in an area that has one of the highest cancer rates in the nation. I am considering moving even though I have lived here my whole life. Although I believe that nutrition, exercise, and in some cases heredity, impacts one's chances of getting cancer, I believe the environment does, as well. Hopefully, someone who has had breast cancer will come in here or PM you. However, if you want some additional support from someone else who has had to deal with cancer (although not the same type), please don't hesitate to PM me. Seriously. Anytime. Take care of yourself.
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 A Time To Believe To believe is to know that every day is a new beginning. It is to trust that miracles happen, and dreams really do come true. To believe is to see angels dancing among the clouds To know the wonder of a stardust sky and the wisdom of the man in the moon. To believe is to know the value of a nurturing heart, The innocence of a child's eyes and the beauty of an aging hand, for it is through their teachings we learn to love. To believe is to find the strength and courage that lies within us. When it is time to pick up the pieces and begin again. To believe is to know we are not alone, That life is a gift and this is our time to cherish it. To believe is to know that wonderful surprises are just waiting to happen, And all our hopes and dreams are within reach. "If only we believe" Author Unknown
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Finally got my chemo port out yesterday! Nice to have that reminder, gone!
Soon I will have another colonoscopy and then I will feel completely in the clear! 
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Congratulations Dap. Having lost My Dad to cancer.. and watched My Mom fight and beat breast cancer.. I know this must be a huge relief.. and victory for you. I hope you continue to regain your health.. and remain cancer free. smiles.
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Hey DapperButch, Having that chemo port out must be a reason to Celebrate...:wine: My friend Milana heads to surgery for her second one in on Monday. Infection at 1st port site, and she has only 3 more sessions. Every day is such an adventure, and your upcoming colonoscopy is one of the favorite things you can do, and I KNOW YOU WILL BE THRILLED WHEN IT IS OVER..  Had mine several weeks ago, and got the best report. Doc said "Your colon is boring. See you in 5 years." So, keeping my fingers crossed that all the tests, MRI, US, lab work over the last month match the negative colonoscopy results. |
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DapperButch, a question about your chemo port...did you ever consider leaving it in or was it a no brainer for you as far as having it removed? My thinking is that it's yet another surgery.
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It was a really simple surgery. They don't put you under like they do when getting it inserted. My doc just gave me a local, cut me about 1.5 inches, and then popped it out. Easy peasy. I asked to look at it b/c I was curious. It just looked like a large tadpole! And there really isn't much pain afterwards, either. I had some serious pain for a few days when they put it in b/c they have to push and pull on the muscle, but no pain really after it came out. I don't think I even took a Tylenol. ETA: It is funny that someone posted on this thread today. I have my colonoscopy tomorrow...so I going through the "prep" right now. sucks ass. no pun intended.
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