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Diagnosed with colon cancer: Nervous..Help!

Posted by bravesfan @bravesfan, Jun 6, 2023

Hello everyone I was diagnosed 6 days ago with colon cancer . I am early 50s. now I am waiting for my next steps. Friday i have 2. Scans scheduled. I see a cancer doctor next Wednesday and then the doctor that did my colonoscopy on Thursday. I don't really know what's going to happen. I know after the colonoscopy He said he tattooed a 5 to 6 inch area and i might be needing surgery. i don't know what to expect. I also just lost my husband of thirty five years to covid a year ago so i'm going through this by myself. If I have the surgery am I going to need help at home question? how long will I have to be out of work ? They know nothing.. I'm not sure what to tell my job yet..I just have so many questions.. i'm sorry any help would be great.
I do believe my Lord has me but I also worry because I do have 2 sons 22 and 33 and 3 grand babies who just lost their papa. I'm not ready to leave them yet.
Does any of this make sense to you?

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lindab45 | @lindab45 | Feb 13, 2024
In reply to @colleenyoung "Hi @lindab45, you mention that you've had several colon surgeries. Was this related to colon cancer?..." + (show)
@colleenyoung

Hi @lindab45, you mention that you've had several colon surgeries. Was this related to colon cancer? How are you doing now?

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Good Morning! I have had several surgeries at Rochester Mayo. I am a fourth generation to have colon cancer. I am doing well today Thank G-D and my great surgical Mayo team!

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hinojosadaniela | @hinojosadaniela | Feb 12, 2024

Hola Vero, me hicieron una colectomia parcial. Sanando cada día . Mi tumor estaba en el colon derecho.

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verol65 | @verol65 | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @hinojosadaniela "hola soy Daniela , con cancer colorectal, hace 1 mes, ya me operaron y estoy aprendiendo..." + (show)
@hinojosadaniela

hola soy Daniela , con cancer colorectal, hace 1 mes, ya me operaron y estoy aprendiendo como alimentarme, sería de mucha utilidad , si compartes por favor que alimentos son los saludables para nosotros. muchisimas gracias

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Hola, Daniela!
Qué cirugía tuviste? Tienes una colostomía?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Feb 12, 2024
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@upsidedowninsideout

I hope all goes well. I'll be sending great energy your way.

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@upsidedowninsideout, I love your username. Do you also have experience with colorectal cancer?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @lindab45 "What you say makes complete sense!!!!! I have had MANY colon surgeries at Mayo in Rochester...." + (show)
@lindab45

What you say makes complete sense!!!!! I have had MANY colon surgeries at Mayo in Rochester. I met the Doc on a Thurs. had an exam and tests. Friday we received test results. Monday I was in surgery. I COMPLETELY trusted the Doctors and staff at Mayo. I was scared but put trust in G-D and my surgeon. I carried my rosary beads with me in a plastic bag. _lease know that you haver a lot of people praying for you!!!!!

I am always available for "talks" when you feel like writing.

Linda

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Hi @lindab45, you mention that you've had several colon surgeries. Was this related to colon cancer? How are you doing now?

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rjjacobsen | @rjjacobsen | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @barbarapole "😊 Thank you! I’m very nervous my surgery is tomorrow they are removing the right side..." + (show)
@barbarapole

😊 Thank you!
I’m very nervous my surgery is tomorrow they are removing the right side of my colon detaching it from the small intestine, and then reattaching attaching plus removing some lymph nose around it.

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My surgical experience was similar to Roy's except I had the whole colon removed with 108 lymph nodes. I was blowing snow at our rural Minnesota home a day after getting released.

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roywalton | @roywalton | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @barbarapole "😊 Thank you! I’m very nervous my surgery is tomorrow they are removing the right side..." + (show)
@barbarapole

😊 Thank you!
I’m very nervous my surgery is tomorrow they are removing the right side of my colon detaching it from the small intestine, and then reattaching attaching plus removing some lymph nose around it.

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You'll do just fine! The day of my surgery at Mayo they were performing 91 other surgeries. Just be sure to ask all the questions you want! Try to eat as soon as you can as the first bowel movement in the hospital is an important milestone! Good luck and prayers!

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @mimisayhi "There has been no mention of a followup PET. My GI Dr. said cancer is "biopsy..." + (show)
@mimisayhi

There has been no mention of a followup PET. My GI Dr. said cancer is "biopsy proven" and I absolutely have to go forward with surgery Feb 19.

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@mimisayhi, I'll be thinking of you next week. Do you have any questions for the group about your upcoming surgery?

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barbarapole | @barbarapole | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @roywalton "After removal of 25% of my large intestine via laparoscopic surgery I was walking in 6..." + (show)
@roywalton

After removal of 25% of my large intestine via laparoscopic surgery I was walking in 6 hr, spent three days in hospital, was able to go hunting with my dogs in 6 weeks, very few side effects. Just be sure to manage your pain during the first six weeks, take max doses of Tylenol and ibuprofen staggered. Have faith! Was splitting wood yesterday and I'm 70!

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😊 Thank you!
I’m very nervous my surgery is tomorrow they are removing the right side of my colon detaching it from the small intestine, and then reattaching attaching plus removing some lymph nose around it.

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roywalton | @roywalton | Feb 12, 2024
In reply to @barbarapole "I have one more question how long of a recovery you think it would be for..." + (show)
@barbarapole

I have one more question how long of a recovery you think it would be for I can to swim, bike and run? Like I said, I’m a very active person I do Triathlon I’ve done 10 Ironmans.

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After removal of 25% of my large intestine via laparoscopic surgery I was walking in 6 hr, spent three days in hospital, was able to go hunting with my dogs in 6 weeks, very few side effects. Just be sure to manage your pain during the first six weeks, take max doses of Tylenol and ibuprofen staggered. Have faith! Was splitting wood yesterday and I'm 70!

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