Vivenia

Hi Vivenia I am a colorectal cancer survivor diagnosed in August 2009. Went thru chemo radiation then first surgery wore a bag for 6 months another round of chemo before my second surgery. In December of this year will be my last 6 months checkup then I will go yearly unless I feel something is wrong. Are you still in treatments?? Have you had surgery??? How are you feeling??? The most important thing that you need is A POSITIVE ATTITUDE that will help you thru everything. I wish you the best of luck and God Bless You!! Cindy Burnett colorectal cancer survivor 5 years!

Thank you for your response to cumulative chemo question.

Go for it Dont ask anybody The oncologists have to pamper you It makes them feel better (I am a cancer patient and a physician) The point is don't put yourself in danger of falling but any other pushing you do is just fine You cannot harm yourself unless you fall. Start by building up your stamina on safe pieces of cardio equipment (elliptical, stationary bike, arc trainer) If you run out doors get something on wheels that you can push and use as support in case you lose your balance Go for endurance rather than speed. The neuropathy gets better but exercise will help it to get better faster Also, do leg presses etc at the gym Stronger leg muscles will help compensate for the nerve deficit Good luck! Start with a 5K though not a half marathon!

Yes I have been told about Lynch syndrome and just had blood drawn last
week to be sent to Myriad Labs for genetic testing

Thank you very much. I,ll try them all,but, I will have to experiment with different mustards because some burn my mouth.At any rate they sound delicious

Vivenia - I am so sorry just when you thought you were done you got blindsided. I understand why you want to have more information before telling your family, but don't go it alone. We're here to support you! Write me and vent anytime if you need to.

Hello,
I am an oncology/end of life nurse that specializes in gyne cancers. Welcome to the "What Next" family. If you have any questions or concerns that you feel I might be able to help you with, please do not hesitate to ask. There are many excellent people here always willing to help in any way with the latest information or experiences to share. You are among friends….there are no strangers here. I hope you find all the information and support you seek, Carm RN.

Hello Vivenia, and welcome.

Yay! Good for you! Now time to relax and let yourself heal.

Thanks for the update. I understand about staying away from dealing with the cancer. It sounds like they are starting to get your side effects under control. Hang in there. If there is anything you need, please let us know.

I got through the 5FU and you can too!

How are you doing? How are you holding up and where are you in your journey? Scheduled to start chemo? Hang in there!!