brand new colon c dont even know my stages yet or any other details
just wanted some advise on what to look for, understand, expect, that kind of thing also after surg effects, also not knowing my stage, what are the stages of C? what should i ask the dr's that i may have forgot? and after care issues concerns, pre thanks jeff
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Hello Jeff,
You sound very concerned regarding your condition; many of us who were diagnosed with colon cancer were in your same boat; it is all very overwhelming initially so just be patient and keep asking questions. When did you realize that you had colon cancer and what test were performed to determine these facts?
The connect site shares many options for individuals like yourself to seek out and feel more informed regarding your status so keep sharing and other members will also share their stories.
Please respond at your convience.
Jofree
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2 ReactionsAt the beginning , it does seem overwhelming….facing something so life changing without much information is very challenging…one thing we are all warned about is using Google, which can scare one unnecessarily…asking questions from docs and team is better early on…the nurses/NPs are especially helpful and are a lifeline….if you have someone in your circle who’s been through this, they can help with any researching you do as time goes on…this site and Colontown are very useful…Colontown especially helpful in these matters, a very helpful site/community, with expert info always available. Wishing you the best !
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2 ReactionsThe word cancer is always overwhelming and scary.Please wait for the initial work ups and complete diagnosis.It is easy to say calm down but it is the most difficult thing to do.Please dont start researching at this stage.If you are going to be blessed with an initial stage and complete clearance,all these anxieties will vanish.We all wish you that blessing.Trust your doctors and it helped me a lot.I never went near Google till my treatment plans were over.Mine was stage 3B and I have survived since diagnosis in July 2017.Transfering all my blessings to you.God bless you
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3 Reactions@premi right on !
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