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Yes, I recently had a PET scan and a biopsy and was told by my doctor...

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Discussion: Is a PET scan recommended to determine metastasis of rectal cancer?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2022

Does anyone have experience with an 18 week treatment of folfox chemo through port? Wondering side...

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Discussion: Stage 2a rectal cancer start Chemo: Does the PICC line hurt?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: May 30, 2024

Hello, my mother has rectal cancer and was referred for radiochemotherapy. What are the effects of...

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Discussion: Rectal cancer diagnosis very low in the rectum

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2024

There is a hand held bidet sprayer that is sold on Amazon. It is easy to...

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Discussion: Chemo vacation update

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Aug 12, 2023

@paulecar, if you would like to get a second opinion from Mayo Clinic experts in rectal...

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Discussion: Standard of Care, and non surgical options (Rectal Cancer)

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 24, 2023

Thank you. My sister has been dealing with rectal cancer for 3 years and has never...

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Discussion: Is a PET scan recommended to determine metastasis of rectal cancer?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

When are these things ever not out of the blue, right? You were living life and...

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Discussion: PET scan results show hypermetabolic activity: What does this mean?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Dec 10, 2022

Hi, I found out 5 years ago I have the Lynch gene. I started with brain...

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Discussion: Lynch Syndrome & Colon Cancer

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 8:00am

Hi, newby here. My cea fluctuates between 3.5 and 5.0, all scans clear for over two...

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Discussion: Worried about rising CEA levels

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jun 25, 2023

@hhsn12211 Each case is different; also doctors have varying approaches. Some cases require the tumor to...

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Discussion: تعاني والدتي من ورم في المستقيم ماذا تنصحوني: Rectal Cancer: Advice?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Apr 12, 2024

Great tips for @fpdm, @staystrong99. And welcome. @staystrong99, I'd like to learn more about you. When...

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Discussion: Adenocarcinoma - just diagnosed

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2023

@eete, is this a new diagnosis for you? Do you know what type of rectal cancer...

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Discussion: Is anyone here on the Wait and Watch program instead of surgery?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 10 1:54pm

Has anyone else developped a rectovaginal fistula after radiotherapy for rectal cancer (after a transanal resection)?...

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Discussion: Rectovaginal fistula after rectal radiotherapy

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Dec 5, 2023

Welcome @lat59. I'm tagging other members like @brigli @majella65 @jennipwalters @opheli @bea1972 who have experience in...

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Discussion: Pros and cons of additional chemo after rectal radiation and chemo?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Nov 15, 2022

I am sorry you are going through this and hope your colonoscopy goes well. Can I...

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Discussion: Looking for Anal Cancer Support: Anyone else here with anal cancer?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

I am healthy 72 year old non smoking male. I just received positive cologuard test. I...

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Discussion: Anyone have a positive Cologuard test?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2023

Did they do genetic testing on your tumor? If you are one of the lucky people...

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Discussion: How long between LARS, stoma and reversal for you?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 1, 2024

I thought I had a gastro issue and hemorrhoids, but it was rectal cancer. I actually...

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Discussion: Hi, stage 4 colorectal cancer here

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2023

Dad is not in treatment. Idk if the smell is from the cancer itself or something...

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Discussion: Foul Smelling Feces, Rectal Cancer

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2024

Bummer! My husband just had a regular scheduled colonoscopy. No symptoms. His came back positive for...

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Discussion: Anyone have a positive Cologuard test?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Dec 28, 2024

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