Slow growth of cancer cells and Prevent Recurrence

Posted by minhthanhle @minhthanhle, 5 days ago

Hello
My name is Minh Le and I’m new here.
I diagnosed with colorectal cancer at sigmoid areas, stage 3B, in 2/2022.
- had 3 major and one minor surgeries
- it has recurred 3 times (2 times at sigmoid area and currently at stoma area) and spread to lung and liver.
- had 41 chemo fusion treatments and 30 radiation treatment.
Results from treatments:
- sigmoid areas seem to be treated after 30 chemo treatments and 30 radiation treatments.
- lung and liver were treated after another 11 chemo treatments with target drug Avastin (bevacizumap).
Current treatments
- have been orally taking Lonsurf medication (twice a day for 10 days) for 3 cycles. Continue to take it.
- also do Avastin thru infusion every 2 weeks.
***new development ***
- tumors were seen at the Ostomy (Stoma) area. The surgeon performed a minor surgery in the office but it seems to continue developing new tumors at the stoma.
***Question****
What can I do or take to prevent cancer come back? Or to slow growth of cancer cells. Thanks

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quimbie | @quimbie | 4 days ago

I wish I had a miracle pill to suggest, but alas, I do not. I do have faith, and I pray for my son who is going through this journey. He is refusing any more chemo or radiation at the moment. He is looking at alternative methods, and meanwhile, I pray. I know chemo is poison, but if it will eradicate, slow, or stop the cancer from growing, then I am all for it. I wish you well on your journey, also.

minhthanhle | @minhthanhle | 4 days ago

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@quimbie
Thanks. Please let me know if the alternative way works for your son. In the meantime I’m trying something while I’m having chemo treatments.

indygirl123 | @indygirl123 | 2 days ago

Hello,
I am new to this and have an almost 89 yr old dad with stage 4 colon cancer. He got Covid in Feb and had upper back pain and we recently found out colon is primary, abdominal lining, lung & (1) liver met. No other symptoms except a few belly pains in last wk. Any advice for increasing his appetite? Gummies? We talk soon to Oncology and not sure if any options for him. He is a young 89 yr old and no meds until age 87. Any suggestions/comments as to treatment are appreciated!! Thanks!

minhthanhle | @minhthanhle | 1 day ago

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@indygirl123 I’d say ….follow the oncologist’s treatment plans. It is tough to do chemo treatments at his age.
Keep his mind always positive. Family support is the big role.

nycmusic | @nycmusic | 1 day ago

In reply to @minhthanhle "@indygirl123 I’d say ….follow the oncologist’s treatment plans. It is tough to do chemo treatments at..." + (show)

@minhthanhle don’t you think docs will use a less aggressive treatment plan ? There are many treatment options/adjustments available…a family elder did a combo of chemo and immunotherapy, now just on immunotherapy which is easier on him. (in his 90s)..advocate for what will work best for him. Compassion is key.

minhthanhle | @minhthanhle | 1 day ago

Wow. That’s a wonderful. Trust it will work for your dad. I pray for him.
Good luck.

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