Kirstie Alley's death: Know the warning signs of colon cancer
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- Опубликовано: 21 сен 2024
- Kirstie Alley's family has revealed that she died after a brief battle with colon cancer. A statement says she had only “recently discovered” the disease. Colon cancer is known as a “silent killer,” because symptoms often take longer to present themselves than in other types of cancer.
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My sister in law is only 39 and was getting abdominal pain. She went to er and they said just indigestion and sent her home with antacids. A few months later she went back to er with same pain but this time it was more severe and after they did tests they told her right in emergency room that she had cancer and they told her to make appointment at cancer center that week. They were able to cut out the cancer in her colon but she was diagnosed with stage 4 since the cancer spread to her liver and they explained with liver cancer that there isn’t much they can do. This all just happened in July and she had two small kids and a single mom. My heart breaks for her. She started chemo and meds to try and make the liver cancer stop growing or spreading but the drs say she will be on chemo the rest of her life and the meds make her so sick and tired it’s hard for her to enjoy what time she has left. Please pray for her healing.
🙏🙏🙏
May God’s grace and mercy be her portion 🙏🏼
I’m so sorry..🙏
I’m sorry! How is she doing now ? Was her only symptom stomach pain ?
Thank you to Kirstie Alleys family for disclosing the cause and making it a focal point of colon cancer prevention. Something as simple as making that public may save some lives. A great tribute to her memory.
yes it's very important to share this other people colon cancer is no joke my family has a strong history I lost four family members to this terrible disease including my mom
Is the diagnosis colon cancer?
Just make sure you have a colonoscopy very important my father had it he died 87 years old. I just had my surgery August 20, 2021 for colon cancer they took it out it didn’t hit the walls if it hits the walls it gets serious it didn’t hit the walls they got it out just in time I went to the doctor yesterday. Now I am cancer. 👍
@@sueraiders most growths on intestinal walls do not become cancerous until they are cut off. Fact. Look it up.
@@lindamerrill911 Yeah my grandpa on my mom's side died from it.
I was diagnosed at age 44. No family history at all. My first symptoms were just going to the bathroom twice a day. I went to the doctor who didn’t think there was much wrong but I just knew there was, so I demanded he refer me to a consultant. I’m now 73 and still cancer free.
I lost a cousin Sept of 21 from colon cancer, she was 45yrs old. She kept going to the urgent care over and over again due to pain in her back and her legs. The doctor's kept telling her that there was nothing wrong with her, that it was all in her head!
They finally figured out she had colon cancer after her fighting with the doctors for about 3 months. Once she was diagnosed, she passed away 3 months later.
RIP Mystical, I miss you so much cousin!
Just received news last week that another cousin was diagnosed with colon cancer. She lives out of state and we're not really close but I guess they performed surgery on her immediately once the doctors got her test results back. She's in her early 40s, not sure what God's plans are but please keep her (Amber) in your prayers 💔😞🙏
Is her dr being held responsible?
Ive heard time after people fighting with their doctor that something isn't right and the Dr keep telling them they are ok. My mom's friend who so healthy had a small bump on her arm. She said the Dr said it was fine. Then it became painful and again it was nothing. Then it grew she begged to get it checked and after so much fighting she has cancer and only weeks to live. It made me so mad because during lunch she would eat healthy all the time and be healthy. It's so sad she died quickly once she found out. She wasn't that old possibly 58 to maybe 60. I don't know why Dr do this
@@christinearianna2424 they say its the 3rd highest reason in the U.S. of people dying early in life. Kind of high to say because they go to school for this, and get their license and just guess afterwards what patients have.
I work with a lady who started getting tested early because her father died of colon cancer. She was able to find it at an early stage but they had to cut out a lot. She’s now 60 and it’s been 10 years and she is doing amazing ❤
She is 71 years old.
Insurance company’s don’t usually approve of test unless 60 or above
You’re a kind soul Liv, thanks for the light you give to the world ❤️☀️
@@blake7349that is absolutely not true, it depends on your insurance. I had a colonoscopy at 48 and was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.
@@blake7349 Not true! My insurance covers everything, no matter the age if you have a family history of colon cancer. Prevention and early detection is more cost effective for insurance carriers.
I really loved this lady. She was a comedic genius and just seemed so real. Oddly enough..I had a colonoscopy scheduled for today..the day after one of my favorite people dies of colon cancer. I'm all clear and good for another 10 years before I have to do that again. RIP Kirstie..I'm sorry you weren't so fortunate. You will be missed!
she was not funny at all Only in her real life
@@leiladasha Maybe she was only funny to people with a sense of humor, which you evidently lack. Perhaps you should work on that..then you wouldn’t be such a humorless individual.
10 years is a long time. In my country it is 3 years.
@@leiladasha obviously you never watched Cheers she was supremely beautiful and had great comedic timing, maybe you could. Find some clips on yourube?
Not comedic genius 😂 but hey, i dont blame you, you just want to get likes and being noticed
My dad was diagnosed at 58. He went through treatment/ surgery and got the all clear. But a couple years later they found cancer again and he died at 62. His sister had the same about that age and she died . I’m now late 50s and it’s on my mind constantly. I’ve had 2 colonoscopies so far the last 5 years ago. It’s time for another. Condolences to her family and thoughts and prayers for those suffering from this disease.
So sorry for the loss of your father and aunt Having a colonoscopy every 5 yrs. (or whatever interval your doctor recommends given your family history) is the most proactive measure you can take to protect yourself, and that should put your mind at ease. I am a survivor of stage 3 CC with no family history (and few symptoms before being diagnosed). Best wishes!
You may get familiar with the best diet to avoid colon cancer. Never smoke and only drink in moderation and in terms of diet, it is usually suggested to stick to vegetables and fruits. Meat ? not so much and there is another little issue, not to get overweight. These are simple rules to avoid any and all cancers. Exercise and stay healthy.......You are getting a lot of colonoscopies.. WoW ! Check out a book by Dr.Bruce Lipton who has discovered through his studies, that the genes are taking the blame, when in fact, we can change them, with the thinking process. His books are on Amazon. Fascinating and purely scientific. Not likely our common doctors ever heard of Dr. Lipton's findings. They may not agree with his research. Does not hurt to look it up.
@@bamasher4384 thank you so much for the tip
@@bamasher4384 Alcohol is also a big causative...
Heavy smokers
Rebecca! When she cried on Cheers, It was gold! She was so funny. When Shelly Long left, I thought Cheers was done. But she made the show so much better. Thank you Kirstie, you made our lives better!
She was a powerful person, with the body, the voice.....she was though ! and good looking. Her acting was excellent and she loved to act, evidently. She said she could see herself really old like 90, still getting acting gigs.
My Mom passed to colon cancer 28 years ago. She was diagnosed at 42 yrs old. I just turned 42 yrs old and it's bittersweet. I started doing colonoscopies in my 30's. Early prevention is key. May Kirstie rest in peace. 😥
My Aunts mother died from colon cancer so my Aunt goes in for a colonoscopy that is more extensive and she spends the night at hospital. Unfortunately she got female cancer and had a hysterectomy. Apparently colon, cervical and breast cancer are connected. Please pay attention to the other two areas mentioned. God bless you.
My mom was 40yo 22 years ago. I got my 1st test at 28yo
😔 42 is so young. Sorry to read that.
My father passed at 37 and I get how surreal it is. 😢
I'm very sorry for your loss.
I had my first colonoscopy this year at 57yo, I knew I had put it off and should have gone 10 yrs ago for one especially because my father had a history of colon polyps. My doctor removed 9 polyps all benign which not only shocked me but really scared me because I had no problems with my bowels prior to the test. I feel like I was truly lucky and who knows what might have been if I had waited any longer. To anybody whose scared of getting a colonoscopy, don’t be, it was painless and it was over before I even knew they started, but what wouldn’t of been painless is the diagnosis of cancer, so DON’T WAIT!
My family had no history with cancer so last year my dad getting the news that he has this was a shock. Luckily we have a great family doctor and she has made him to do check ups all the time so it was discovered rather early and so far things are going well. Get tested, people!
My mom died in 2000 at 40yo from colon cancer. Many years of constipation since the 80s. My grandmother on my father's side died from it in 1993. I have it on both sides. My 1st screening was at 28yo, 3 polyps were found and removed. They hadn't turn cancerous, my next screening was at 40yo. None were found. The test is quick and prep isn't too bad. It's never to early to get tested!
You're like me. Gran died of it and I am always constipated. I get a colonoscopy yearly but missed the last 2 years. They find polyps each time but ok. This time my gp ordered an urgent one yesterday as I've lost 7kg in a few weeks and go 6 days without bowel movement. Laxatives rarely work. So we will see...
@@ozventure3822 I'll pray for you!
@@ozventure3822 Blessings to you 💕 🙏
Anyone with relatives die from colon cancer at 45 or later should have their own test on 10 years earlier. That would mean they need their colonoscopy at 35 not 45. When you have someone in the family that dies of colon cancer earlier than 45, insurance companies will usually always pay for the colonoscopy. My cousin died at 39 we all got checked immediately no matter what our ages were. Now my nephew has it at 50, he was a veteran and could have gotten the test through the VA early but thought that his signs was something different than colon cancer. Colonoscopies are such an easy thing nowadays please everyone take care of yourselves get it done.
The prep sucks but that propofol is amazing! Lol!
RIP Kirstie Alley. You'll be missed❤️
Ummm no
@@gregwilvert If you don’t have something nice to say, better not say anything at all.
My dad was stage 3. Nearly stage 4 before it was discovered. Thankfully, he is still in remission going on 2 years!! He goes for his 6 month scan next week.
🙏
Stay strong 💪
BECAUSE he got treatment - stupid Scientology cult does not let you get treatment
Scan?
RIP Kristie, she was a great actress. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers. She will be missed
I didn’t know she died 😓😓
kristie is a man transgender
@@rvoorma No she's not
When died?
@@arneedlund8512 I just found out she died on 5/12 from google
RIP KIRSTIE 🙏
I didn't know Kirstie had colon cancer, so this was a shock to learn. Rest in paradise, Kirstie, you've earned your wings.
She recently found out she had it. It's very sad.
She didn’t either! She recently found out and died bc of it they said.
Shock ? after her endless feeding trash food and loosing weight on purpose to make money ?
Morire per una malattia,era ancora giovane la migliore morte rimane la vecchiaia Rip.
RIP 🪦 Kirstie
How come no one is trying to figure out why cancer is becoming so prevalent?
It is because of being overweight. Sugar is the devil.
Famous doctor in my country says that ''everyone ends up living until their cancer''. A lot to do with the fact that we live longer, what we eat, how stressed we are etc.
In order for the USA to do that they have to admit they are wrong for allowing all of the additives in our food. The food manufacturers lobby billions of dollars a year to encourage the politicians to turn a blind eye. The rich know and that’s why everything they eat is organic or minimally processed. The food manufacturers also spend millions on food science to see how the masses enjoy their food. People do not eat for nutrition, they eat for pleasure. The textures and flavors are behind our purchases at the store. The food manufacturers also spend millions on MARKETING…. The louder the package the better odds the product has of becoming an addiction.
The reason disease is skyrocketing is because the diet is artificial! Nothing about the modern diet is good for us. Different types of sugar, food coloring, preservatives, flavoring that is there trick our senses, and all the fats. Americans have lazy mouths too they crave fat in their food because it aids in extra moisture. If there isn’t a lot of fat the first thing they say is…. “It’s too dry.”
In order for us to get better we have to acknowledge the bs without making excuses for it. My family teases me for eating clean foods but when I say I’d rather eat XYZ rather than Cheetos, McDonald’s, Oreos, etc… they say “bs is in everything!”
That’s a lie. Read the packages and change your diet habits. It’s not easy because we’re conditioned to eat sugar and fats from birth but it’s doable and it’s not more expensive either. It’s just more work.
Easy, hands down the vaccine and boosters. No question
Its not that hard if you're paying the slightest bit of attention.
Notice he never states how to prevent colon cancer! It's your diet, what you consume.
Several things cause colon cancer. Heredity, bad diet, and sometimes just bad luck.
@@mt.shasta6097 do your research the most re occurring main issue is your diet. The second is genetics, no such thing as luck.
Even then.... ever heard the phrase "sometimes, shit just happens "? (No pun intended)
@@nathanielovaughn2145 no that's not how a medical issue occurs in a mammal. Your diet is by far the most important medicine you can use!
And he did not answer their question How curable is the cancer if caught right away as a small spot.
God have her in heaven. I missed my colonoscopy from age 45-55. I was diagnosed with stage-3 colon cancer and drs asap treatment saved my life with partial removal of my colon and iliostomy bag for 6 months while my colon healed , im cancer free and in recovery from my reversal estoma. Doing well. Thank God he gave me a second chance.
Amen!
@NightSeaBreeze Who’s religion?
I was diagnosed with stage 2 colon cancer in 2003. I was repeatedly getting plugged up and unable to go poop. No fun at all! Went through the same treatment you did. Chemo and radiation simultaneously and then in April 2003, surgery. No part of this treatment was any fun but thankfully I had a very good Dr and returned to work the following January. I've been going for regular Colonoscopies every 3 to 5 years since and 19 years later I'm just fine and still going strong. Wishing you the very best.
@NightSeaBreeze 👍😒
Glad you got a second chance. I also have stage 3 colon cancer diagnosed in May 2021, had a right hemicolectomy and 6 months of chemo but so far NED. Going in for one year CT scans this week so always have the scanaxiety about it coming back. F cancer!
I loved every movie she appeared in. She left a really great legacy. What a sad day, she will really be missed by so many.
Testing is no joke. . . Dr. found 2 or 3 precancerous things in me for my first test around 40. I have no family history either. RIP to this beautiful actress. I always loved her.
Same. Precancerous polyps in my early 30s. Zero symptoms.
I had 3 at 28yo.
did you rake the jab?
I only had one polyp which turned into an adenocarcinoma and I was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer with metastasis to my liver. That’s all it takes is one polyp to turn cancerous..
Same here now have to go every 3 years
My grandmother died of colon cancer. By the time she showed symptoms, it had metastasized to her liver. My mom had to have part of her colon cut out from early stages of cancer. I've had 1 colonoscopy when I was younger but I need to set one up for next year. Rest in peace Kirstie. Praying for her family.
If you already had 1 done that Specialist should have remind you to do one every 2/3 years. I assisted my husband every 2/3 year as driver when he go to his colonoscopy schedule appt. His last one was June 2021. June 2023/24 should be his next one unless he experience symptoms. My husband go for 2/3 signs or symptoms he has that I am aware since day 1 being his wife.
Just go and have the colonoscopy. I have gone a few times. They always find polyps. But they’re benign. They still remove them. It’s like talking a melon ball kitchen tool and just scooping the polyp out. It’s completely painless. They give you a twilight sedative. I wake up feeling remarkable. It’s over! Then go out for a light breakfast. The only thing that’s a pain is the prep work. Just drinking all that fiber mixed with Gatorade. Not eating much that day only a small light breakfast. Some like beverages, broth. Just keep yourself busy that day. Clean your house. Make phone calls, write letters. Before you know it it’s over and it’s so worth it. God bless everyone.
My daughter was having digestive issues and abdominal pain. Turned out just being gastritis and lactose intolerance. In the process of finding out her diagnosis, she had a colonoscopy. The found juvenile polyps. Of course they were removed and benign. More times than not they remain benign in teens but the doctor will be doing repeat colonoscopies.
Very good sensible advice
NO ,THESE HEALTH CENTERS ARE NOT GOOD IN RECOMMENDING WHAT TO DO IN ORDER TO AVOID CANCER.. EXAMPLE, AVOID PORK, SHIRMP...ETC..
100% you will always feel so much better after....it's a cleansing
Thank you for this. My mum is 63 and still hasn’t had one. I’m going to show her your comment. 💗
Bro I was probably the only black person in my family who was in love with this woman when I was a teenager after first seeing her in the movie "Look Who’s Talking". I couldn’t keep my eyes off her beautiful face and eyes. Man she was such a baddie back then and I didn't even know what a bad chick was, but I know now that I had good taste!
Yessss!!! Forever one of my favorite movies!!
She was so pretty. She was so sexy. Even when she was big.
@@LoneLee2022 absolutely! Her beauty was amazing
Her eyes were beautiful.......huge green eyes. She was great in the Startrek episodes.
Get tested early for any cancer that runs in your family. Don’t wait. Cancer is very treatable in early stages.
NO ,THESE HEALTH CENTERS ARE NOT GOOD IN RECOMMENDING WHAT TO DO IN ORDER TO AVOID CANCER.. EXAMPLE, AVOID PORK, SHIRMP...ETC..
@@eloishashalom1458 yeah a plant based diet. That will actually help with cancer.
Eat real food. You are your best doctor.
what kinds are real food
Intermittent fasting. Whole foods. Eat Fruits and vegetables. Eat only olive and avocado oils.
Avoid dairy.
Avoid saturated fats and highly processed foods. Avoid bleached flour.
Avoid red meats and or all meats. And remember to wash your fruits and vegetables.
@@Shaqlife good advice
@@TheBlacksheep2020 Try to limit processed foods (chips, cereal, sauces, hydrogenated oils, corn syrup, etc, etc). I personally try to eat things that are as close to how they came out of the ground as possible and limit meat intake. But also exercise and breathing good and water. But alas we all expire at some point, so last but not least, put faith in the creator and his/her design and plan. We all have purpose. That's my 2 cents. For what it's worth.
@@manfrummt Thank you Zach
Wow this one hit pretty hard. My first time seeing her was as Lt Saavik in Star Trek: Wrath of Khan (1982). I didn't realize she was 71. I thought maybe early 60s. Wow, gone to soon. RIP🙏
NO ,THESE HEALTH CENTERS ARE NOT GOOD IN RECOMMENDING WHAT TO DO IN ORDER TO AVOID CANCER.. EXAMPLE, AVOID PORK, SHIRMP...ETC..
@@eloishashalom1458 Shrimp? I thought was better than red meat?
@@angeminc IT IS A LOT BETTER RED KOSHER MEAT, THAN SHIRMP OF COURSE , 1000 TIMES BETTER THAN PORK, BUT THE "MEAT" THAT IS THE BEST IS THE ONE OUT OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES, THE OTHER ONE IS THE ONE THAT COMES OUT OF SEA (WATER) ANIMALS THAT HAVE FINS AND SCALES. .LIKE, 1ST ONE ON THE LIST : SALMON, THEN TILAPIA, COD...ETC..
Not so sure doctors know what is right. My sister had a colonoscopy at around 64 and went back for a routine 10 years later. They "found cancer" and did surgery the next day. She died about a year later. She had no known symptoms and we have no family history of colon cancer. Or any cancer for that matter, other than skin from being at the beach too much. After her surgery she seemed fine, but deep down I knew it was bad. They told me there was a "suspect" lymph node on an artery they couldn't remove. I knew it was her death sentence. We packed in an amazing multi-state, multi-city vacation and a cruise before she died and I will always be grateful for those memories, but the doctors were very vague and kind of left her in the dark.
It is mind boggling how many pleibians put people who have M.D. after their names on exalted pedestals like they are somehow omniscient. Glad to see you know better.
It’s not uncomfortable to talk about…. It’s uncomfortable to HAVE. The prep is barbaric. Figure out how to administer this test without making people sick first.
My sister and i really loved Kirstie.
Beautiful, talented, highly intelligent.
She was such a joy to be around. Hollywood will certainly miss her
So will my family. We are praying that her family and friends will soon have peace about this matter.
Just as an FYI, I was told by my doctor that there’s a certain age about mid 40’s they begin to test, but African Americans should get tested sooner. He said there’s a higher rate of colon cancer in our group. My good friend died of it he was a little older than 40.
Also eating processed meats has a direct correlation to colon cancer.
Very true!
Tasha, I am so amazed that there's not more public information and commercials on TV or radio about this. They really really need to do a better job of public announcements on colon cancer and testing. You are correct African Americans definitely have a higher incident.
@@FlaGrown1955 they leave it up to us to learn this information. There’s a lot I learned about health from studying it and doing my own research. There are so many chemicals allowed in our foods and even FDA approved that are known to cause cancer. Those same chemicals are banned in many other countries. It’s up to us to learn and inform one another.
quit eating KFC Tanisha..however, water melons are good for you
@@habazlambazazathe6th989 Yes eat watermelon for that melanin!
What about a discussion on preventative measures before you even get to the age to test for colonoscopy? This occurs later in life because our lifestyle and diets are not so great and this is a manifestation of those actions. I’m sure some of them are hereditary, can’t deny that. But why not talk about prevention and lifestyle changes?
No money in that unfortunately
The thing to avoid is cured meats that's the biggest thing to avoid if you want to stay away from colon cancer bacon sausage all those kind of things lunch meat
Nitrates and nitrites
Avoid all meats
I've had C/C since 19. Took out 9 1/2", it is certainly a struggle, especially if you get the wrong chemo. Radiation isn't too but the chemo puts a knock on you. And then you are cancer free. Just pray it doesn't return.
Hope you continue to live a healthy, cancer-free life. People don't think about how difficult it is to go through colon cancer; any cancer for that matter - until it happens to them.
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
My dad was diagnosed at 86 with colon cancer. I just recently had a colonoscopy and will continue to be proactive in this area. I have also modified my diet and other lifestyle changes over the years to hopefully keep cancer away! So very sorry for the loss of Kirstie Alley.
Keep eating your fruit and vegetables
Eating healthy and having a healthy lifestyle is always good but it’s not going to keep you from getting cancer.
@@tammyslaughter9587 wrong.
@@a.r.8987 I’m not surprised at your delusional comment. There’s so many people who think all they have to do is eat healthy and have a healthier lifestyle and it will prevent them from getting cancer. After a lifetime of eating plant-based, organic food, along with intermittent fasting, exercise, and meditation I was still diagnosed with two stage 4 cancers one of them stage 4 colorectal cancer. with no family history. I too was under the same delusion. But of course you’re free to believe what you want to believe whether you’re wrong or not!
Lord have mercy on all cancer sufferers and bless them in your eternal kingdom.
Honestly I am not worried about dieing, I'm just worried about dieing painfully .
My heart goes out to Kirstie's Family. I just got my Colonoscopy. I urge everyone to get it when it's time. It's Not Scary at all, No Pain Here. Nothing to Fear.
1st colonoscopy for me was in November. Only the prep work was scary for me and the fear of the unknown. I may try the other prep next time. I forget what it is called. My sister had a different experience with the prep work. She did not puke any liquid at all. I puked 2 times. One thing I learned do not drink it too fast and maybe I will not puke next time. I was really bloated for a while. My endoscopy I felt like I was not alive when I went under. I went under for the colonoscopy and I still felt alive. I was dreaming I was invisible and was flying around a beach. I did not feel any pain when I was under. After the procedure I had stomach pain that went away in a couple of days. I had a benign polyp taken out. My butt was sore off and on. Worth going through pain to save my life.
Prayers for Kristy and her family.🙏🙏🙏
I felt on and off pain during mine. The prep was awful as I was up most of the night.
Agree. Get a colonoscopy. It's not that bad. Cancer is worse.
I get these test every 5 years or so. The only down side is you fart a lot afterwards from all the air blown up your backside 😂. Being proactive is the name of the game! Listen to the specialist is also helpful for diet changes. That has helped me to live 22 years with this. Please if there is anything I can say that might help people it would be do not fear the unknown! Get the facts and LISTEN to the specialist because they know! 👍
My grandma died of colon cancer. I'm past due to have one. I don't think I will honestly I think it's ridiculous it's almost 2023 and they haven't found a better way to test for it. I'll pass and take my chances.
I didn’t even know she died. That’s so sad. She was going strong! 💔
Tell this to insurance companies who won’t cover my screenings even though I have family history.
Oh you must live in the USA like I do. I was paying almost as much as my rent for health insurance that covered nothing and I would still get insane bills. I just dropped it and live as healthy of a lifestyle as I can 🤷♀️
2008 my husband had a colonoscopy in March. It came back clean. In June 2008 his appendix ruptured and was taken into emergency surgery. That's when they found his tumor and cancer. They said he would have died within months if his appendix didn't rupture. He fought a long hard fight and passed away 2017. He showed absolutely no symptoms.
I'm do sorry for your loss.
@@joansmith1195 Thank you. It was a shock that's for sure. I encourage EVERYONE to request a colonoscopy down the upper portion of your colan as well. I believe they go down your throat with a camera to check the highest point of the colon
Loved her on Cheers. She seemed like a really smart, uniquely funny and witty woman. And beautiful too.
RIP.
I was tested at the behest of my nurse practitioner at age 40. I had 10 precancerous polyps which were removed.
I then had a second colonoscopy 6 months later with 14 precancerous polyps and they were removed.
I continued to have colonoscopies for 2 more years and finally elected to have my large intestine removed.
I now live a normal life thanks to early testing. This was done in 2012.
GET TESTED EARLIER THAN RECOMMENDED! It beats the alternative.
@LatteLove me either or have 14 more polyps in just 6 months. Maybe but idk
Can you get polyps in your Small Intestine also? And if not, why not?.
I was informed that they don’t grow in the small intestines….. however I don’t think you can get a scope in the small intestine.
One thing I don’t have to deal with is the bag as they attached my small intestine to a small piece of intestine that attached to my anus thus allowing me normal use of bowel movements. Again I urge all people to get checked out as early as possible as cancer does not discriminate on age. I’m so lucky to be here sharing this anyone who will listen. Godbless all.
RD
@@wb3161 my grandma was regularly getting polyps removed
@@randydalton5720 is your digestion/ diet/ nutrition altered ?
RIP Kirstie! People…. I implore you to get tested. Nothing to fear - you are out like a light so so what?! My dad died from colon cancer. He had a clear colonoscopy, but on his next 5-year check, he had cancer. Because of his death I am on an every 3 year schedule. But I will be doing stool tests in between because yeah…they say you can go 5 years between clear colonoscopies because it’s a slow-growing cancer. Well it is NOT 5 years slow - that much I know for sure, and I will take no chances. My dad had to have surgery, there was a complication and he ended up with an ostomy bag for the remainder of his life. The cancer spread to his liver, where it returned with a vengeance no matter what treatment we threw at it. The chemo nearly killed him and after it took his mobility and put him in a wheelchair, he stopped treating. Before cancer, my dad was strong and healthy, and took no medications!! Please don’t let fear or embarrassment stop you from going for your testing. It truly can save your life. At my 2nd colonoscopy, 6 polyps were removed - 3 were pre-cancerous and I was only 52 years old.
I'm 51 and can't get up enough nerve to do after my father-n-law almost died from the prep. He turned grey and was deathly sick. It's an absolute shame they havent figured out a better, less invasive way to test for this going into 2023.
R.I.P, I have stage 4 colon cancer but thank God I'm beating it. I was diagnosed last August
Thank the Lord you are beating it! 😊
Good luck,God is good 🙏🏼
@@yolandecloete2186 Yes he is. On top of having cancer I have congestive heart failure but I'm not letting either stop me from enjoying and living life to the fullest
I understand life always has an end, but it's sometimes still sad. Rest in Peace Kirstie
Rest in peace Kirstie, you were an amazing actress 🙏 💕 xx
My first colonscopy at age 50 found 4 precancerous polyps and 1 nonprecancerous polyps. They told me to come back and do it again 3 years. I DID. I demand that test every 3 years from now on for the rest of my life. I HAD ZERO SYMPTOMS. ZERO.
@@newchannel7767 Yes. They found 1 precancerous polyp and....like 2 noncancerous polyps. And the great thing is - they remove them 100% so your chance of cancer is gone. Just don't wait around to do a colonscopy. I will get one done every 3 years whether the insurance company pays for it or not. I will just tell them and then go somewhere else and have it done if my own doctor won't. Every 3 years. Let other people WAIT 10 years - every 3 years is what I will do.
I almost died at 30 years old. Right after I gave birth to my daughter I had to have surgery. Thank gd that my gastro and surgeon saved my life! I lost my Dad in 06 to it 5 surgeries and he still passed away unfortunately smh. Just lost my Mom to the worst cancer in 2019 pancreatic cancer. 😭
The women w pancreatic cancer has been on the rise, and now at a drastic uptic
So sorry, I pray for your health and your family
@amartin9293 no family really left. Appreciate it though gd bless you! Happy Holidays 🎁
@@jilllatacz-hueston1118 lost my step dad to pancreatic. Its the worst id agree.
My brother now has multiple myeloma thats " incurable " at this time but treatable.
Seems no family escapes Cancer these days. Treatments are a gid send. But I wish thered be cures.
Stay strong. Ty for sharing
Yesss,pancreatic is the worrst ones I’ve seen as a NP all is awful ,but pancreas you barely get a chance and the pain and suffering my grandma passed away from this 😢
One of the most shocking losses..I love her..Look who's talking was one of my fav movies growing up..God bless her soul ❤️
My grandma died of colon cancer.
It started with stomach pain & then bleeding.
She was almost 89 years old.
She had the surgery to remove the cancer,but her cancer spread & she died about 6 months after her surgery.
89 years is a long life RIP
@@davidr6865 Yes. My grandma never drank,or smoked cigarettes,or did any illegal substances.
** She was really old fashioned & to me,she was the closet anyone could get to being an angel on earth.
My condolences to the family of Kirstie’s family. Anyone can get it even at a young age. It’s hard and sad but we should be able get check with all possible cancers .
wow he didn’t really answer the questions.
She was recently diagnosed so the media is running away with a lot of supposition. I wish they would not do that.
Wow! So sorry. I loved her!
My mom had a colonoscopy in her early 70's and it nearly killed her. She HAS problems now from the quack doctor. He killed other people, so she's lucky. Do your research on the doctor that is doing your colonoscopy. How many people die from quacks?!
You are so right! I’m a retired nurse & have seen MANY patients end up with a permanent colostomy bag because of a BOTCHED colonoscopy! It is NOT just a routine procedure! If the doctor is not VERY experienced in doing this test, he/she can nick the colon & then you need surgery to repair the damage. Of course the doctor will LIE & say it was a POLYP & it must have BURST but we nurses know the TRUTH of these liars who will say or do anything for MONEY!
Actually it does not have to be a quack for you to be damaged by a colonoscopy, the procedure itself has a pretty high potential to cause damage. Thats why you have go sign the thingy before the procedure.
Spot on…I’ll stick w/the colon guard test!
@@flugmodus9214 that's with any invasive medical procedure..
@@anzelac5808 if it comes back positive guess what ?...you will have a colonoscopy and that is far superior to cologuard...
We get it, no symptoms and we should get a colonoscopy, but it’s ridiculous that as a physician, he didn’t even mention the later stage symptoms. They are just as important.
He did towards the end
Watch it again dear
Sadly no, later-stage symptoms listed toward the end of the video are not just as important. By the time you have the symptoms you are looking at possibilities like surgery, followed by chemotherapy, steroids, radiation. It travels - by the time those symptoms appear, it could be in your liver or other organs already. The colonoscopies are in fact way more important - you get polyps removed before they can become cancerous. This is why the big push to inform people…it’s just truly that important. My dad died from this cancer and nothing we did would stop it’s recurrence. There is no “cure.” I would get the colonoscopy every year if my insurance allowed 🤣 Get me a punch card, BOGO, refer-a-friend special….I’m in.
@@kkr5428 I am SO sorry. 😢 I’m the type of person who waits until I have symptoms for anything to see a Dr but I will definitely get on the ball with getting a colonoscopy. Again, I’m so sorry about your father. *hugs* 😢
@@missydee9109 same here unless there's symptoms, forget it.
How about we start teaching doctors to take patients and their symptoms seriously instead of gaslighting them and telling them they have anxiety, keeping them from early checks, diagnosis and treatment??
I believe intermittent fasting, pescatarian diet and avoiding highly processed food could prevent colon cancer
Agreed 100% avoid dairy also
She was also a Scientologist and would have been encouraged not to seek treatment. She was so deep into it that she would have believed her body would heal itself.
An invasive cancer kills,even if she seeked tx. I hope she passed in peace.
I wonder if all those Weight Watcher meals with strange chemicals had anything to do with it.
Hi how are you doing?
My daughter in lawJess, mother of my 3 grandbabies is not yet 30. She has an endoscopy and colonoscopy scheduled for Dec 28. She has severe constipation alot of abdominal and other lower areas of pain. Her symptoms are scary and suspicious. I pray she is diagnosed with something we can get through with health and life. Please Pray for her if you are reading this. Thank you and Bless you to Kirsties family for letting people know.
She is very young......make sure she continues with testing for other things, like lymphoma. My sister had the same symptoms as your daughter for 5 years and was finally diagnosed with this lymph/blood disorder........she had been in hospital for weeks over 5 years, and they could never find out what was wrong. Finally they did thanks to her dentist who found something on her tongue, and she did chemo and is doing so well now and is pain free and lymph cancer FREE.
I’m 49 and Just had a diagnostic colonoscopy!!
I had a perfect test!!!
So.. sorry for the loss of funny lady Kirstie...she brought pure joy in her comedy roles on tv and movies. Thinking of her makes me smile from all the years of funny memories of her. I hope everyone gets checked for colon health...I know I will. Rest in peace Kirstie...you will not be forgotten.
First off I would like to offer my condolences to Kristi family losing a Love One is never easy!! I was diagnosed with Colon Cancer last October at age of 49!! I ended up having surgery and immediately following that 6 mos of Chemo!! This Dr is so correct about this particular Kind Of Cancer ♋ because their are No Real Signs!! Often so many people have this kind of Cancer and sadly don't realize they have it until it's to late!! For me I experienced Fatigueness a lot and shortness in breath!! I'm making it my business to Share My Story to Everyone I Come In Contact With!! Especially Women if your 41 years of Age you need to get in a See your Dr about Getting Screened or Getting a Colonoscopy!! Please keep in Mind that with all the Technology we have in Today's Time Cancer is Treatable if only if it's Detected Early On!! My thoughts and prayers are with Family members of Kristi may our Heavenly Father watch over them🙏🏽🕊🙏🏽
Sadly a lot of doctors disregard people who aren’t in the age group. That’s why a lot of young people are dying of colon cancer.
@@jet44444 Yeah, per the nih . gov even patients under age 40 have been diagnosed and treated for colon cancer.
Kirstie Alley was more than just an actress she was an American Patriot and she was loved by millions, RIP Kirstie forever loved by We the People🦅💯
She was a beautiful lady 😢
In this world 71yrs is a good life. Celebrate that she made that far.
Given that people live longer now 70's is too early.
Yeah, Christine McVee was 71 too...
Are you kidding? 71 is too young. A good life was my mom who died 3 weeks before her 99th birthday.
My father had a severe bowl obstruction and needed surgery. Not sure if he had a colonoscopy after but should have if not. 2 years later he was diagnosed with duodenum cancer. The American Cancer Society would not help him financially with assistance. They said they wouldn’t help because that type of cancer is not a common cancer so there is no funding. A-holes. 2 years later he died. Sending prayers to Kirstie and her family.
Did he not have insurance or Medicare? There’s other resources out there besides the American Cancer Society. So sorry for your loss, cancer is a horrible disease!!
@@tammyslaughter9587 thank you. He had Medicare. However places like Mayo Clinic and Cancer Treatment Centers of America do not accept Medicare patients on the U.S. The clinic he went to Pablo Verde Cancer Center in Glendale Arizona said there were no places he could get help for funding.
@@GloriaW888 Yes unfortunately you are right that Cancer Centers, and places like the Mayo, won’t accept Medicare but so many oncology clinics throughout the US are filled with Medicare patients getting treatment. I have survived two stage 4 cancers and did just fine without going to a big cancer center such as Mayo, or CTCA. They only want private insurances because they can’t price gouge Medicare like they can try with private insurances. It’s inhumane that your father was not able to get the care he needed in his illness because of money. Especially in a wealthy country such as the US. It’s a crime against humanity!! Again my condolences! 😔
@@tammyslaughter9587 thank you. 😔 I’m glad you received the help you needed. Many blessings to you. ❤️
@@GloriaW888 Thenk you for your compassion, it’s so heartwarming to know there are sweet, kind people like yourself in the world! Many blessings to you! ❤️❤️❤️
Bless her. I always adored her so much. She will be missed.
Rest In Peace lovely Angel.❤️
RIP Beautiful and talented woman. My condolences
Hello how are you doing?
My mom had colon cancer. She is 11years in remission but now my grandma got it. I think I need to get tested soon. Been having stomach & back & legs pain really bad here lately. Rest in peace to my favorite actress Kirstie. You will be missed.
My doctor tried to make me wait until I turned 50 to get my 1st one. I have insurance through my job so I don't know why she wanted me to put it off. I don't many trust these doctors, needless to say I'm looking for a new one.
Do what you think is best; I knew a young woman in her early 40's who died of colon cancer. She had a lot of GI issues for years and her doctor just kept restricting her diet; in hindsight it was colon cancer and she had it for years before she died -- if only.
People should get checked either way even with no symptoms ..time to make an appointment just to be safe
Here r few precaution things u can do 1.) Drink plenty of water 2.) No alcohol 3.) Exercise daily 4.) Rest well 5.) Limit carbohydrate n fat intake.
I would add get enough fiber too.
As a surviving colon cancer patient I waited to the last minute. My daughter made an appointment for me then rushed me to the hospital. Had surgery that night. I was in denial. Now watch your diet. Red meat soda popcorn alcohol and sugars. Just be aware. Don't be stupid like me. God bless all cancer patients.
Popcorn? Really? How?
@@ms.b9093 I’m assuming it’s because corn is a GMO (so is peanuts, cotton, and soybeans). So good to get those in organic form when possible. Also avoid any seed oils. It’s what my dad’s’ vascular surgeon advised.
First Chadwick Boseman, now Kirstie Alley…this is seriously a major concern
His cancer was colon cancer too? Oh wow, I didn’t know that. He seemed to have been aware of it for some time though.
It sure is. My mom is on stage 4 colon cancer had 3 surgeries one colon resection and 2 liver plus 2 rounds of chemo! 🙏
A lot is due to diet but also hereditary.
@@dewilew2137 Yeah He battled it for 4 years but he found out about it when it was Stage 3. He was very private but they talked about it after he passed away.
Farrah Fawcett too.
The best symptom is no symptom at all 🙄 stupid answer.
RIP 😥 crazy how time flys, I remember watching her nd jt on the movie look who's talking, now my kids are watching it
Oh no!! How sad. She was a awesome actress. Rest in peace Kirstie.
We will miss Kirsti .. I loved her performances in her movies. Beautiful woman. Sad. RIP 😪
I had stage 4 at 30 years old. No one talks about one of the silent symptoms is FATIGUE so don't assume it's anything normal. Other than fatigue which I thought was the result of working 10 hours a day renovating a house and raising a 2-year-old, I only had symptons just ONE WEEK prior to my diagnosis. I never knew I had a family history. I was lucky. I am still here 31 years later.
How do you bring it up to your doctor? My doctors seem to brush off everything. Even when I had a benign tissue mass, that I clearly felt, they tried to dismiss it and say they didn’t feel anything
@@BELOVEDBYJESUSTHESONOFGOD get a different doctor.
@@BELOVEDBYJESUSTHESONOFGOD Get rid of any doctor that does not care ir respond to your concerns.
Testing is NOT the best thing you can do people - the best thing you can do is CHANGE YOUR DIET. Eliminate all sugars, all simple carbohydrates and starches, all margarines and seed oils, all fast/junk food. Yes, the problem is the standard American diet (SAD). THAT'S why younger people are getting this and every other problem! EAT REAL FOOD. Get out in the sun and fresh air, have fun and laugh with friends and loved ones. Get some good sleep. Research fasting - start by ditching breakfast (the least important meal of the day). And make your own sauerkraut !!!
The interviewer asked the doctor very clearly how treatable colon cancer is if found but he very clearly would not/ did not answer. Disappointing
Someone from my hometown smh so sad! Loved her in look who's talking, I grew up watching her when I was like 5 and now I'm 33 😓 this makes me feel so oldd!!! Driving by her decorated Christmas house just won't be the same!!
"KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS!!!"
"What are they?"
"Nothing"
"Ok"
So sad R.I.P. Always thought she was soo beautiful
@Patrick Baptist
Your god watches child porn every day, since the beginning of time, and has never rescued even one child. If it existed it would be considered a monster.
My grandmother had colon cancer and ended up with a colostomy. Her only symptom was that all of a sudden she could not stop throwing up. She was taken to the ER, tested, and had emergency surgery. Back then there was no such thing as a colonoscopy.
Colonoscopies have been around, for a long time......Now, they are in the protocol every five years after fifty. No one talks about potential perforations anymore.....even though it is still in the informed consent.
I found mine at stage 3, waited to long to get my colonoscopy.
I had a colonoscopy done yesterday because of a Fit stool sample kit that is provided by our Healthcare. The sample showed signs of blood in the stool. It turned out that everything was fine and could have shown up because I'm on blood thinners. I would urge everyone to get tested. It's a simple procedure that could save your life.
Any blood in your stool tell your doctor right away. I had a colonoscopy at 55 and they found a polyp and removed it, but it could have been more serious. Now getting colonoscopies every 5 years just to make sure there are no new issues. The peace of mind knowing you're clear is definitely worth the hassle of getting it done.
The first time I saw Kristie was on Cheers when she introduced herself too Sam. I thought, what a stunning beautiful lady and I loved her voice. She kept me as a Cheers fan. Such an awesome actress and person.
Condolences to her family.💞
There’s several diseases that don’t present themselves until the person dies. Or past the point of any life saving measures being successful. A major myocardial infarction is sometimes the first symptom of heart disease. So, death is your warning sign to stop eating crap foods. Cardiovascular disease is definitely considered a silent killer. Ovarian cancer is often found too late for any intervention. Colon cancer is treatable if caught early enough. There’s screenings for colon health. Heck, they’ve even devised an at home prescreen test. Yep, gotta pack your poo to send off for analysis. It’s hard to keep up maintenance with our bodies. Especially growing older and having to advocate for yourself? While being sick as heck? The pandemic really hit some folks hard that had other ailments besides covid going on during the lockdown. It hit me. War triage was going on during the height of the pandemic. Here’s what I got.. Hey, ya gotta bad hip? It kin wait. Ya gotta kidney stone lodged in your ureter? Take these pills and a sieve. Go pass it at home. What!? Oh but no. I started making lotsa phone calls to git r dun. And I did. Two surgeries back to back basically. That’s when I realized how important patent advocacy is. Especially with pain management! Docs don’t wanna prescribe narcotic pain pills. They act as if I single-handedly caused the opioid crisis in the United States. No lie! My surgeon actually gave me a lecture about the dangers of taking opioids for pain. Telling me to take a Tylenol fgs! I don’t even use Tylenol for anything! Doesn’t work for me. Doctors! They just wanna prescribe meds and be done with you.
I’ve been having Gastro issues for months and it took me 4 months for an apt! I even called periodically to see if they had any cancellations and couldn’t get in sooner even after ending up in the ED with severe pain and dramatic bowel changes
R I P, Kirstie. We miss you!
*Everyone* needs to be tested at *any age* if you have *any odd bowl issues!*
My daughter was diagnosed at age 25! She had a bowel resection and chemo for a year. Younger people are being diagnosed more and more but you have to push for a colonoscopy! It's NOT just an older persons cancer anymore. PLEASE seek out a Dr who will listen and order the tests.
Rest in Peace Kirstie 🙏
Why do you have to use a celebrity’s death a PSA about what they died of?