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Recurrent Anal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: Jun 5 2:50pm | Replies (11)
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@tomdc

I would love an evaluation from Mayo Clinic but there are obstacles.

First and foremost, we have no money. I had a 50-day hospitalization back in 2010 due to going septic. As a result, I have health issues that over time has taken our money. Then the cancer was diagnosed in 2022 that has devastated our finances. Trying to stay alive and now colostomy supplies are taking a toll.

I was told that Nigro would probably be 80-90% successful. Cancer recurred in same place about 9-12 months later. Told that APR was necessary and would probably provide a cure. Surgeon could not get all the cancer. Went thru Nigro again. Cancer did not respond; hence, the nothing more can be done diagnosis.

I have nowhere to turn and no options. I don't want to die from cancer.

Does Mayo offer telemed evaluations?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Jun 5 2:50pm

@tomdc, Mayo Clinic welcomes both new and existing patients for virtual and in-person care in adherence with federal and state executive orders and guidance. Virtual care is available for out-of-state patients if the provider you are seeing is licensed in the state where you live.

You may wish to find out if telemed may be an option in your situation. You may also see if you could access financial assistance:
- Charitable Care and Financial Assistance at Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/billing-insurance/financial-assistance

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