Gizz

I am so sorry that you are facing this, but there are lots of colorectal cancer survivors here at WhatNext. We're all here to help. I am a Stage IV rectal cancer survivor - 4 1/2 years out from my diagnosis, and I'm doing well.

YES...waiting is the worst part. I didn't lose my hair (it thinned) - some of the chemo drugs that they use for colorectal cancer don't cause hair loss.

Ask questions and we'll share our experiences. Best wishes for treatment success. P.S. I remember how scared I was when I was first diagnosed. It's totally normal to be terrified.

Welcome to the WhatNext family! The WhatNext family is made up of people like you who are looking for help or looking to help others. To help you along your journey the WhatNext family has put together a Beginner's Guide to Cancer that I highly recommend you check-out here: http://bit.ly/10BQKCi. Also, please do not hesitate to reach out to others or ask for help.

Wishing you the best.

David
Founder, WhatNexter