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Stage 3 colon cancer: What's your experience?

Posted by maya8238 @maya8238, Jan 10, 2023

I didn’t get an a b or c though. Just got told Stage 3. 7 lymph nodes found out of 37. The surgeon didn’t seem to be worried about my stage 3 made it seem ok but Google tells a different story. I call the oncologist today.

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maya8238 | @maya8238 | Jan 15, 2023
In reply to @paul28 "We know what the Oncologist will say and tell you ; have a good discussion with..." + (show)
@paul28

We know what the Oncologist will say and tell you ; have a good discussion with your surgeon first or at least seek a second opinion.
This is just my opinion based on personal experience to date.
Actually, your saying that the surgeon didn't seem too concerned of your stage 3 and was ok with it is troubling.
Best Wishes to you !

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What is your Personal experience? The oncologist said I will need 6 months of chemo every two weeks. It sounds like that is my best option. The surgeon felt that my cancer is all gone and had removed 27 lymph nodes which is good but since 7 had cancer I guess chemo it is. The oncologist said that some people don’t opt for chemo but didn’t recommend that. I am going to do the chemo. I am interested In your thoughts and experience though.

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paul28 | @paul28 | Jan 15, 2023

We know what the Oncologist will say and tell you ; have a good discussion with your surgeon first or at least seek a second opinion.
This is just my opinion based on personal experience to date.
Actually, your saying that the surgeon didn't seem too concerned of your stage 3 and was ok with it is troubling.
Best Wishes to you !

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