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← Return to CEA after CRS with HIPEC
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Hello @elizabethbv and welcome to Mayo Connect. It is wonderful that your dad has an advocate who is looking out for him and gathering information. After having had six surgeries, I'm sure you and he are looking for a smooth recovery without a lot of stress.
On Connect, we do have a discussion group on this type of cancer treatment. Here is the link.
--HIPEC
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hipec/
You might also want to check out a discussion group on Colorectal Cancer.
--Living with Colorectal Cancer - Meet others, Come Say Hi
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/living-with-colorectal-cancer-meet-others-come-say-hi/
I would encourage you to read the posts and learn more about experiences of others who are dealing with this disorder. I would also like to invite @virgo1952 to this discussion as she mentioned a relative who had HIPEC surgery.
I know that your dad's CEA numbers are high, but I'm wondering how he is feeling. Is he having many digestive problems? Is he having good pain control?
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Teresa,
Thanks so much for the reply. He’s always been very active and is only in his 50’s, and I’m thankful that his recovery has been quick and smooth. He is still having some soreness, but otherwise has been able to return to work and his regular routine.
All of this is why I was pretty caught off guard by the most recent spike in his CEA. We’ve been told the increased inflammation and scar tissue may be the cause of this. But, the uncertainty is hard to deal with.
I will look into the other resources you mentioned! Thank you!