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While I was having my radiation treatments for rectal cancer, my doctor had a cream they...

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Discussion: Effects of Radiation on Anal and Vaginal tissue.

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 8, 2023

Thank you for posting the link! Yes – screening has identified several cancers. After I found...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1006840/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ovarian and Colon Cancer

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jan 30, 2024

Well, my husband is stage 4 rectal cancer. He has been fighting 2years and 2months. This...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892865/

Discussion: Hi, stage 4 colorectal cancer here

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 9, 2023

Welcome @melw. I can imagine that you are shocked and scared to find out that you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762909/

Discussion: How to test lymph nodes after TEM removal procedure for T1

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 18, 2022

I also suggest getting a second opinion from another Oncologist and if possible, talk to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/929864/

Discussion: Should I start Chemo immediately?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Sep 14, 2023

10 years ago a was diagnosed with rectal cancer. After chemoradiation I had a proctectomy with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/731358/

Discussion: Looking for a Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) specialist

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 27, 2022

That's a difficult decision! Potentially damed if you do and if you don’t do. Can’they do...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1232405/

Discussion: In Dilemma of surgery decision. Please Help

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 8 3:00pm

Update After Urologist Visit Got back from Dad's appointment with the urologist. They've decided to schedule...

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Discussion: Rectal Cancer - Hospital Recommendation

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2024

Hi @cjabad, I moved your question to the Colorectal Cancer support group to help connect you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150355/

Discussion: Malignant neoplasm of rectum and light-headedness

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 1, 2024

I am currently getting FOLFOX chemo with Mvasi. I was diagnosed with Stage IV rectal cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1316526/

Discussion: Anybody Get FOLFOX Chemo After Metastatic Diagnosis?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: May 30 11:37am

I agree with Paul28, Don;t rush into this without getting a second opinion regarding which treatment...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/888600/

Discussion: Colon cancer diagnosed Thursday 29th

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2023

I had rectal cancer eight years ago. Before I had the surgery.One oncologist gave me the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/796380/

Discussion: Xeloda for colon cancer - Scared about side effects and need support

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jan 13, 2023

I had a transanal resection when we thought the polyp I had was pre-cancerous. The post...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1032376/

Discussion: Rectal Cancer - Hospital Recommendation

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Mar 12, 2024

This must be challenging, I’m sorry your father is going through this. I’m on my second...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/630118/

Discussion: Colorectal cancer stage 4: How can I reduce nausea and eat well?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2021

I had 12 FOLFOX infusions for stage 3 rectal cancer. My side effects were: 1) extreme...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080855/

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

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2024

I was diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon/rectal cancer in 2014. I am now cancer free and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1008037/

Discussion: Neuropathy with FOLFOX chemotherapy - Stage Three colon cancer

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 1, 2024

I wrote a detailed reply to you, Paul, but somehow it disappeared. I was diagnosed with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925210/

Discussion: Stage 3A Sigmoid Question

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

Hi, @predictable Thank you for sharing your journey, Martin. Wishing you continued good health and strength...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031327/

Discussion: Rectal Cancer - Hospital Recommendation

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

Is there a support group at the hospital? Maybe talk with them and get some more...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/897318/

Discussion: What other therapies are recommended with folfiri chemo - Stage 4 CRC

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 17, 2023

I agree with roywalton. If you have another hospital in your network, (If you need to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/880832/

Discussion: How to get a second opinion

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jun 18, 2023

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