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@mnewland99 I'm not sure where it's located. But my CA19-9 is 14 and not an accurate indicator for me. I think it's because where it is located. He said they will have to use scans to monitor my cancer rather than the ca19-9 testing. They want to start me on Folfirinox ASAP. I'm 69 and still work out at they gym. I bench pressed 225 three times yesterday but don't see how that'll help me handle treatment even if my doctor acts impressed and said I should be able to handle whatever they throw at me.
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I was on folfirnox following my surgery in 2023. It brought my ca19-9 downa to 6. It's typically based on the mutation you have. I had 12 treatments in. 6 months and was off of it for 4 months when it spread to my liver and peritoneum (those were too small to get a good biopsy). Exercise is good for you mentally and physically,. I did dumbells and walking before I got sick. Up until 3-4 weeks ago I was walking 3 miles 4-5 days per week until some other issue came up with hematuria (dr still trying to figure out the cause). I did buy a new 5 lb dumbbell ( no comparison to your weights !) so I can do that in my chair watching my movies ). I still work a bit at my consulting business because I love what I do. Life is to be savored, just that we have to fight for ours!