What is the likeliness of someone surviving from colon cancer?
What is the likeliness of someone surviving from colon cancer?
1 it really depends on the stage, the kind of tumor and also the overall health status of the patient.
surgeries + chemotherapy may enhance the chances of survival.
so it's difficult to tell you any figures here, sry.
2 My dad had it but it was detected in it's early stages. They removed the cancerous cells and he is very much alive and kicking. Hopefully it hasn't spread too severely in your friends case.
3 I don't know the exact likliness, but let me tell you this: My Mom's friend had Colon cancer - and she's 100% clean now.
Do people with stage 0 colon cancer need chemo or is this an insurance income for doctors and staff?
My friend had a resected bowel in January 2010 due to precancerous cells found during a routine colonoscopy in November 2009. She is 50. They said it was between a Stage 2-3, but because she is a non-smoker, that drops it to a Stage 0. She is not tolerating the procedure of her chemotherapy very well (air passages closed briefly in cold weather) and is wondering if she even needs it! Any suggestions for her?
1 Stage 2 cancer will require Chemo, and there is nothing called stage 0 (Just from stage 1 to 4, stage 1 doesn't require but beyond that stage chemo is beneficial). Enquire what chemo is being given. Rouine chemo for colon cancer is 5FU and Levamosol which is usually well tolerated by most of the patients (a mild chemo). She may be receiving some new or advanced chemotherapy.
Smoking has nothing to do with staging and it is not a very major risk factor for colon cancer too (unlike lung/ esophagus/ pancreas and bladder). Any time if she is not able to pass flatus then surely it is not because of chemo but due to previous surgery (?stricture) or ?adhesions or ?rercurrence.
Best wishes
PS: By your mail I gathered that her CEA (tumour marker) dropped down to normal after surgery, Yeah here smoking will contribute, CEA remains high in smoker. Stage 0 does not mean normal CEA but Cacrinoma in situ i.e. Tis, so once she had node positive disease surely Chemo is a must, advice her to complete the course coz colon cancer is one cancer where cure rate is good
2 Yeah, I agree with the other guys. A stage 2-3 would be staged a 3, whether or not the person smokes. She would need chemo. No one's air passages close due to chemo. There is no stage 2 precancer. Since a hospital will treat you whether or not you have insurance, guess that part of your question is moot.
3 Cancer staging refers to the size and extent of spread of a cancer, it has nothing to do with being a smoker or a nonsmoker. If you friend was diagnosed with a Stage 2 cancer it is a stage 2 cancer.
Do you think I should have kids if I have a disease that leads to colon cancer?
I found out I have FAP when I was 12 and I was just wondering if anybody has had kids when they have had it, but not passed it on to their kids. I already have pre-cancerous cells in my stomach and colon, and I have to have surgury this summer. I'm turning 15 in June. I told my boyfriend about it and he wants to be at the hospital when i have my surgury. Do you think I'm going in the right direction? Or should I just adopt so I can't take a risk?
1 Good for you for being so thoughtful and unselfish as to not wish this on your children. Very few people I know of are as bright as you in this regard. It will definitely save you grief in the future and from what I understand one loves an adopted child just every bit as much as biologic.
2 You need genetic counseling. Ask your doctor to refer you.
What kind of diet is best to prevent colon cancer?
I just found out I am genetically predisposed to have it at an earlier age.
1 HIGH IN FIBER
2 Fiber, Fiber, Fiber is the answer. A diet rich in natural fiber is extremely important to prevent colon cancer. It is the "Draino" that is needed to rid your intestines of all yucky things in it that "caught" in it on a daily basis. Also, drink pleny of water. Of course, if your predisposed to it, you should get regular coloscopys when you are about 40-50 years old. Consult your doctor.
3 There are many reasons and factors for getting cancer including colon cancer.
Dietary risk factors.
Studies show that a diet high in red meat and low in fresh fruit, vegetables, poultry and fish increases the risk of colorectal cancer. In June 2005, a study by the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition suggested that diets high in red and processed meat, as well as those low in fiber, are associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer. Individuals who frequently ate fish showed a decreased risk.However, other studies have cast doubt on the claim that diets high in fiber decrease the risk of colorectal cancer. The nature of the relationship between dietary fiber and risk of colorectal cancer remains controversial.
4 Unfornately, diet is just one factor that plays a part. Exercise, use of alcohol and drugs, environment, genetics and just plain old dump luck are also involved. Live healthy in as many aspects as you can, get regular check-ups and pray. If you do make good health choices and are still afflicted, take heart in knowing that those same positive factors will help you should you have to battle-proper diet, exercise, limited alcohol, etc. I found out in Feb. 2006 that I have cancer. Doctors figure I have had it for 8 years (give or take) Because I consistently have made good health choices, my body was able to function normally while displaying no effects during that time! Obviously, my cancer is rather advanced but I am having good success in my fight because of the same factors that shielded me initially.
my mom is dying of stage IV colon cancer, how do I cope?
I'm 18 and in college which is stressful on it's own. Now, we just discovered my mom has stage IV colon cancer & it's terminal. She just had surgery to remove bits of her colon, but the cancer in her liver isn't curable. She's really depressed and has high anxiety. She's only 49 too. I'm so stressed and it's affecting my health and schoolwork and everything. Any advice? I feel like my world is falling apart.
1 I'd get a leave of absence from classes, or withdraw if you can still do it without severe financial penalty. Talk to a college administrator. They may have a mercy provision for these things.
Spend as much time with her as you can. Don't argue. Just make her feel like the most special person in the world for her time left. You will not regret that investment of time in her happiness. And she will leave this earth feeling like she made a difference.
2 There are support groups for family members of the terminally ill.
The social services dept of the clinic or hospital taking care of your mom may be able to help.
They can give you tips on how to cope as well as help mom & there is no need to tell her you are having trouble & seeking help.
As far as school goes, see your advisor & sort out the best solution for you.
One thing is certain & that is no one comes away from the experience unchanged.
Best you can do is be there for her in whatever way you can & let her pass knowing you willl be OK.
She will be more worried about you when its time for her to let go.
It will take a while , but you will get through it if you remember the good times.
All the best
3 Sweetheart i lost my mother to cervical cancer when i was 12 years old i never got to know my mother. Im 49years old to and had cervical cancer 4yrs. ago and i just finished up with chemo. and rad. for Breast cancer.I had lots of friend support but no family support.I think as the other answer said i would try and find away to take a leave from school im almost sure they would understand if they don't so be it you only have one mother spend all the time with her that you can and just let her know you're there for her and how much you love her.I would cut off both arms if i had that option again good luck to you sweetheart i know its very hard but hang in there.
4 hi ssooo sorry pls leave school talk to the guidance office for a medical leave now i would assume its 0-6 mos so spend time with mom make a list of all her wants and needs tell her you love her and thank you and tell her you will be OKAY cause you will , this way she won't struggle to hang on if your acting scared , hospice might be able to help your family or a local pastor knowing your eternal destination is very comforting for all
sorry been there done that my mil was dx at 60 died 65 but hers metas to liver and lungs in 5 yrs your moms is fast advanced I"M SO SORRY but GOD is waiting for you to call upon him he gives a peace that surpasses all understanding , cast all your cares upon the LORD for he careth for you, this is hard but life is short and Eternity is forever so talk to a clergy might help everyone? miracles still happen
