@@segaboy9894 what a stupid comment 😂 put all your hopes into a medical doctor that is solely trained to give/sell you medication so that the pharmaceutical industry enriches itself further more. 😊
Why? You will loose your dignity and quality of life. 100% quality of life for me. Traveling the world before hospice. You are going to suffer big time. Watch DR DAN SAYS
'The prayer of faith will heal the sick' " JESUS CHRIST himself took our infirmities and bore all our blessings. If we believe we can see the glory of God. Nothing is impossible with God. What ever we ask in the name of JESUS CHRIST believing in faith We will receive it. With His stripes we are healed. Praying for all the sick and suffering people please do not fear but only believe. Believe on the LORD JESUS CHRIST and you will be saved you and your family.
My grandson Joseph Jacob was diagnosed with 4th stage Hodgkins Lymphoma. I prayed with faith that I will not tell anyone about the cancer but surely God will heal Joseph Jacob and I will testify that Jesus Christ is the only true living LORD God our Healer. May he was diagnosed and June he was treated ànd in July he was declared Cancer free. All glory honour,praise and power be to the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY FATHER in the mighty name of JESUS CHRIST our LORD GOD ALMIGHTY Healer.
♥️God please give Nick complete healing. Turn every cell in his body to perfect heath and well being. Please inspire all his health care professionals to make the best possible medical decisions for him. Restore him to complete health ♥️Amen 🙏🏻
I also had colon cancer in the same location and I thought it was IBS or something like that at first because I had experienced IBS for a while years ago. I was busy and felt I couldn’t take a day off to get things checked out until I woke up in the night with huge anxiety. It was like my body was sounding the alarm, because I had no other reason to feel this crazy anxiety. I listened to that “alarm” and was diagnosed with colon cancer quite quickly. Mine was a late stage 2 with no lymph node involvement, so I was lucky there. Surgery was all I needed. I am wishing you the very best outcome in your fight against this sneaky foe.
@@TakeTheRide You are right. And I believe I received a healing during my surgery. The CT scan showed that my lymph nodes were very enlarged and my surgeon said I likely had stage 3 colon cancer, but after they wheeled me out of the recovery room, I felt I had received a healing that went beyond the surgery itself. My friend who was there with me before the surgery and was still there after my surgery said I looked so much better after the operation, that I looked “full of light”. My surgeon removed many lymph nodes along with the tumour, but not one lymph node showed a sign of cancer. So yes, I was blessed.
My husband passed away from bowel cancer just over a year ago in June , love and miss him every single day and always will, I’m praying for you and your family and hope you kick cancers arse x
My daddy was diagnosed with stage 3C colon cancer back in April of 2023. He went into NED in November of 2023. We were so so so happy. Things went back to “normal..” fast forward to august of 2024. Dad went in for surgery to get his bag off. The surgeon wanted to check every thing out before he reserved the bag. Thank god he did because he made the discovery that dad had yet another mass in his colon. He was able to cut it out, margins was clear with 7 lymph’s being negative. The mass was 1.5. We are heartbroken that it came back. He almost made it a year of NED 💔💔 the plan now is radiation and chemotherapy to make sure all cells are gone. My dad is 54. He’s young.. he’s tried but he’s positive. I’m 32 and I’m not ready to lose him. We are hopeful this is it and we’ll get him back in remission. now he’s gotta fight this beast again. It’s not ok, but it’s all gonna be alright. He told me he’s not dying. I’m trying my best to be there for him, but I feel like I can’t walk this road again. I need my daddy.
Prayers for You my friend. Thank you for having the courage to share your story. I had a colonoscopy way back in 1974.. it was so painful, I didn’t have another for almost 50 years. Then last year, a plethora of health issues… abdominal infection put me in the hospital for a week, during which time I developed afib and they found a kidney lesion. 3 months later, surgery for hernia. Then finally got talked into a colonoscopy because of strange symptoms… pencil thin stools… random abdominal pain… etc. I chalked it up to other causes. Got the colonoscopy. Tumor. Surgery. Stage 1B. No spread to other organs… lymph nodes clear. Then had the kidney lesion frozen. I believe the healing hand of The Lord is evident.
My mom got it a year ago, 3b. She had a surgery, recejcted chemo amd started plant based diet, raw foods and juicing. She turned 71 a month ago. No one in my family had cancer. We are from Serbia. I have been a vegetarian for 11 years and i think that made my mom go plant based. Blessed be! Take care❤
I am very sorry to hear that she rejected chemotherapy! Please have her stay in close touch with her oncologist. If her oncologist continues to recommend chemotherapy, then please do what you can to convince her. Cancer is no joke! It shouldn't be treated as such!
@@jonehaney8939 I am very happy she did. You cannnot treat poison with poison. And she wants to enjoy her life not to be bedridden. She did all the checkups and, for now, everything goes well. She went to see the Olympics, and curenty staying in Paris. She is full of life! Thank you for your opinion🙂
Thanks for sharing, so helpful. Had cancer 2 times and have to use my coping skills. Have PTSD from all the tests, treatments, doctor visits. I deal with anxiety and panic attacks, very horrible. God, reading the Bible helped me and continues to. Gosh, so many people have cancer. The support from other survivors helps so much 😊😊🙏❤️
I was diagnosed during my annual physical when my cologuard test came back positive. I was totally asymptomatic and my tumor was discovered during my colonoscopy. I was stage 2A. Mine was caught early but the location proved to be challenging. I had an ileostomy for 8 months after surgery to remove the tumor which I named Rosebud. I started my treatment with 2 months of daily chemo and radiation followed by surgery and then a port creation in my chest. I had 6 months of chemo with an infusion for 2 days every other week. I’m now 5 years in remission and thank my outstanding medical team everyday. My Ostomy was reversed and then the port was removed. A strong support group and a positive attitude helped me get through some of the dark days I had. I always say it takes something worse to kill something bad. I have a high contrast CT scan every 6 months and so far so good. I wish you all the best and I hope that your recovery is as successful as mine. ☮️🙏🏻
My husband is fighting the same battle. Stage 4 Bowel cancer. The doctors are optimistic that he can get rid of the cancer with chemo, immune therapy, and operations. He's on the treatment path now and I am in awe of how amazing he is fighting this awful disease. Both his parents died of it in there 70s. My husband is 46 and intends to fight this and I will be there with him all the way. Thanks for telling your story. I wish you all the best and you have so much strength and amazing support. Keep going. Xxx
@@snailtime737they say it’s terminal but there are ways to beat it. It doesn’t work for everyone though. I know a number of people who’ve beaten it with a whole food plant based diet and cannabis oil (plus lots of other things). It requires a lot of work which isn’t always easy when you’re struggling already (I’m,in remission from cancer so I understand how mentally draining it is as well as taking its toll in other ways)
I lost my dear brother to colorectal cancer in 2019. He fought for 3 years but his body gave out. He was a big man before cancer, when he passed he weighed maybe 95 pounds. But let me tell you about how strong and courageous he was. He was a prayer warrior!! Even at his sickest if he knew someone was struggling witth something or just needed uplifting. He would pray the sweetest most heart warming prayers you could ever hear. He will always be my hero. I love you brother. I know you're with the most high God & you are perfectly healed. 💜🙏🏻💜
@@RepublikAnime I believe he was stage 4. He had been misdiagnosed several times before he got the diagnosis. He had chronic diarrhea and abdominal pain. They told him it was IBS then later they removed his gallbladder thinking that was the problem. So he went for a year or more with symptoms but the doctors didn't catch on until it was too late. He had a horrible experience during his fight against cancer. It would take a long time for me to tell what happened to him. It was horrible!!
@RepublikAnime It pains my heart to hear that. So many peoples lives could be saved if the proper diagnosis was done earlier. Is your father still with you?
@@MelanieWeed77 Fortunatelly yes. Doctor told us my dad had ulcers which need several months to heal. So several month wasted for nothing. We only found out two weeks ago
I'm a 45 year old woman in Chicago . I have had colonoscopies every year for 15 years because of IBS. My last 2 I've had pre-cancerous tumors taken off my bowels. I've also had pre-cancerous tumors taken out of both breasts. One grandpa and one uncle passed from cancer. An uncle and sister in law just finished chemo. My 81 year old dad is going in next month to have cancer removed. I'm cheering for everyone who is battling this horrible disease and encouraging all the friends and family to stay strong. Much peace and love.
A retired nurse here, age 70, who recently completed chemo and radiation treatment for stage3 lung cancer. I just last week started immunotherapy. It's a long fight,but I have always been a fighter! Keep up the fight for as long as you have to!!! You have a family that needs you!!
you will be fine! my father was Diagnosed as stage 3B or early stages of 4 lung cancer ( small carcinoma ). His prognosis was without treatment his life expectancy was 6months to 2 years at most, and with treatment they will be able to determine his chances, but as of now if you go with the treatment it will probably be to extending his life. well after his second treatment and CT scan the tumor that was inoperable in his left lung had shrunk by 30%, and he told my father that his treatment plan will either destroy the cancer completely, or keep it under control and that my father would live to old age. also he did say to my father that this cancer wouldn't be the cause for him passing, it will be due to natural old age or anything else but the cancer. My father only had two side affects from the chemo/rad therapy which was hair loss and very thin skin, but everyone at the clinic was amazed at how powerful his immune system was, because he would get cuts from work by just bumping the wall, or rubbing his arm on one of the trucks. However instead of the cuts not healing for months because of the chemo/radiation, it took his body 3 days to fully scab his cuts and on the 5th day the scab would fall off and had light scar. Long story short the Oncologist was the best person to see for lung cancers in our area, hes treated people who were told it's best that they activate hospice if they have it included with their medical plans, and spend the remaining time with their family, etc. he treated people that really had a 3% chance from an Objective perceptive, and never turned away any patient even though two different oncologists hadn't even tried to treat the people, because they didn't want to risk making the patients very sick and weak, when they are still in good health but got only a couple of months at most to live. Well 5 months into his treatment and hes out working construction installing guardrails, street signs, etc. We own a construction business, he started to get his smokers cough comeback, but it was during the peak of covid, and there was a small virus going around a week prior to thanksgiving. So I thought it might have been our split system A/C systems, because we didn't have the maintenance guy come in to clean the system and get all of the mold out of the system. Then just before Christmas the Second temporary Oncologist asked my father when was the last time he had a CT scan or MRI, and he said not since he got diagnosed and on his second chemo/radiation treatment to see if the treatment is working. So she ordered a CT scan and then told him that shes going to put him back on the Original chemo/rad treatment but at 25% potency, and the new oncologist will follow up with him from there. When my father told me that, I asked him "when did they change your treatment and why did she say shes putting you back on what you were supposed to be already on, based on the two year treatment plan that the Original Oncologist had laid out for you, and if there needed to be changes, it would be based on what is left of the tumor, etc" Then he replied to me with " the first Temporary oncologist had switched him to immunotherapy, but the nurse did the change, and he never saw the Dr, nor did the staff". Well Janurary 1st, 2021 at 1am our house burns down due to an electrical fire and we lose everything. Then my fathers CT results come back and the cancer tumor is now 2x the size from when he was diagnosed, and it had spread to his right lung as a tumor, and the tests showed that it's not detecting/showing that it's starting to spread throughout his system, but the New oncologist had told my father that " He couldn't understand how did he go from having many treatment options to only two, and they have a 5% chance of actually working, because the cancer has learned how to camouflage its cells from the only treatment that he was originally on, and he will try it for two weeks and follow up with scans to see if it's doing anything, if not hes got one last option or he can try and sign up for trials. " My father passed away on March 2nd at 1:32am and I was unable to get justice for the negligence by the temporary oncologist who was the only Dr to not set foot in the cancer center, see any patients or even meet the staff. Due to us being homeless from the fire and my 100% permanent and total Disability rating from the VA due to physical and mental injuries sustained from combat, and being the trustee of the estate trying to find a home for my family, run the construction company, and do lots of things that were overwhelming for me, I missed being able to file a claim by 4mins because the court house closed and that day was the final day before the two year statue of limitations ended. The number 1 lawfirm in hawaii told me that I had to find an attorney who could take on my case based on Discovery, because if my father had a 100% survivability rating, but the temp oncologist changed his treatment without any logically medical reasoning, then I see it as murder and not negligent manslaughter. What caught me off guard was my father didn't show any signs of passing, just two days before he passed away, he was hyperventilating, and the hospice nurse wanted to give him morphine to relax his lungs. So for the first time ever in his entire life he took the 20mg pill and 10mg liquid morphine, and finally got a good rest that day. however later that afternoon when I was going to wake him up to give him this mucus medication, I heard and felt his lungs feel very wet, and I new right there that it wasn't a good sign, but I couldn't confirm it until the hospice nurse came to check his vitals. Thats why she told me the same thing, but my father never lost weight, had a good appetite and was working up until he took the morphine just so the nurse would leave him alone. We tried to wake him and he wouldn't respond and thats when we took him to the ER, and the ER dr said that he doesn't see my father walking out of the ER, and his body is starting to shutdown, etc. I've been around friends, family, and people I didn't even know who all showed signs of the body shutting down weeks before, but in his case its like when he took the high dose of morphine, his mind was keeping his body from shutting down. So that really shocked me and when he woke up later that night, He was upset that the nurses at the hospice facility wouldn't let him go to use the bathroom and he asked me why was he not at the hotel. That's when I told him everything that I never said to him, and told him to not worry about us, and I will make sure everything is taken cared of to the best of my abilities, but it's time that he just rests. Sorry I typed out something I wanted to keep short, but this is the first time I actually got to get this off of my chest, and still to this day were displaced because of the fire. Plus living on maui and the fires from last year made finding a home impossible, plus greedy people are getting paid $12,000 per month to rent their 3/4bedroom homes to families who were renting homes in Lahaina and never owned a place. That's caused rent to rise up to 400% and the money that supposedly was given to help the families are being used poorly. $8,000-$12,000 Fema is paying anyone that will rent their home to the families affected by the fire, and that is why nobody can afford to rent any homes, because of those who are taking advantage of getting paid lots of money, and a decent 3 to 5 bedroom home used to be at the highest $2,700 a month, now its around $4500+ without utilities and those homes are paying a $900-1200 land tax per month. Anyway, sorry my Fragmented thoughts are getting outta hand due to the TBI damage from getting blown up and being close to air strikes, etc. Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that you got this, and Don't be afraid to ask any questions or get a second opinion if the results aren't what you are looking for. I've noticed many of those who have been working for a longtime in the medical field become desensitize, and after a while they lose sight of why they went into the medical field. My family have died from negligent health care workers. So I report and film all nurses and Dr's when I speak to them and ask questions, because of my training I can't help but read their body language, and there are some cruel people that treat patients poorly. There are a handful who still care and haven't turned off their humanity switch, and genuinely care for those that they come across. Stay positive, watch comedies, and try your best to stay positive. Also those who are around you ask them to talk about funny memories, I've read a study that laughter and people around you who think positive thoughts help with healing and recovery. there is a correlation due to the frequency that our brains sync and it shows that we activate a part of our brains that possibly can heal when everyone concentrates on positive thoughts and they all sync up on the same frequency. Take care and if there is anything that I can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. I used to keep people company when my dad would be getting treated, that were alone and played checkers/chess or just listened to facinating stories. I'm a good listener and love to hear stories from people, because I can learn some old tricks that were forgotten, or I can imagine how things were much better than now, etc.
I've had changes in bowel habits. Done ct scan recently and I have appendicitis. Also done a colonsocpy and no problems. If you have abdominal pain go get it checked out ASAP. We can't really diagnose ourself.
There's a lot that it could be- pinched spinal nerves, abdominal cysts, IBS (often comorbid with stress and diet), dietary changes, gluten sensitivity, bipolar disorder/depression, numerous medications, diverticulitis, hernias, appendicitis, hemorrhoids, etc. Still, as you say, be mindful and if it concerns you, get a colonoscopy arranged: a good family doctor can help with recommendations and clearing insurance, although it'll still generally cost quite a bit, (Affordable Care my butt). I've had one before and the worst part is the prep- nasty stuff and it burns coming out. Still, if it concerns you, (and especially if you're seeing blood), get a colonoscopy. Don't wait, find a way and get it done.
@@StarrYLDaGreatOh, you're ready: get it done and breathe easy, or- if it is something- get on top of it. Most good surgeons will let you know of any findings before you leave outpatient, so if it's not a big deal, you can rest. If something is found, it'll have to be biopsied, which means more waiting, but the doc should be able to give you a heads up. It's nerve wracking, I know: I've been there, but it needs to be done and there are A LOT of minor issues that share symptoms of major ones. It also wouldn't hurt to pray and develop yourself spiritually: regardless of the findings, it helps take the pain out of this world.
My mother in law's story is almost exactly like yours. She's now about 10 years cancer free. So hope is an excellent idea. Wishing you positive results and good health.
My dad's colon cancer was initially ignored as the doctor said the symptoms were just a result of hemmaroids. He had requested a colonoscopy and was told he didn't need it. (Already 50, so should have been offered the colonoscopy anyway). When the symptoms persisted he again requested a colonoscopy (6 months later) and the doctor "humoured" him. They found the cancer. He got secondary (lung) 3 years later. Fortunately he has now been clear for many years. However he may have avoided the secondary and/or things could have been much worse. PLEASE get a second option... YOU know YOUR body.
My Dad, Mom and sister all had cancer. I sympathize with you, it’s such a difficult club to be in. Stay strong…. I’m from Wisconsin originally. I love listening to you talk, Wisconsin is a great place with very resilient people. I wish you peace, love and strength, my friend.
I, too, lost my mom, dad, and sister (as well as many other relatives and friends) to Cancer. I am in Minnesota. My doctors do absolutely NOTHING except say they will “keep an eye on it”without doing any tests. Make sure you come back if it lasts more than two weeks, see someone else. Even though my sister was just 11 months older than me, and died within 63 days of colon cancer diagnosis, spread to liver, the doctors don’t feel like I am “high risk”. Even though I have so many symptoms- and my sister had NO SYMPTOMS! I have had to fire 3 doctors for their incompetence. I got a new primary doctor/ but any time I try to see MY PRIMARY doctor, it is a 6-8 month wait! I am definitely scared because everyone in my family gets Cancer. We are like time bombs, and the “doctors” don’t care. Just keep you coming back at $400 per visit, which I cannot afford.
@@kimminer7341Please continue to advocate forcefully for yourself! If/ when you get too tired to do so, please find a friend, relative, or priest/ pastor/ Rabbi who will advocate for you! Best wishes from an 11-year cancer survivor!
Keep pushing for that appt even if you call every day to see if they have a cancelation that seems like that's how Health care is now days....have a list of questions and demand answers and actions.....It's hard been there....will be praying for you
It’s interesting how treatments differ. I was diagnosed with stage 3c rectal sigmoid cancer 4 years ago. Before surgery I did 4 months of chemo with FOLFOX and Xeloda. Filled by 6 weeks of chemo radiation. Then one surgery to remove my he tumor and 30 lymph nodes and had a temporary ileostomy for 9 months until it was reversed. I have permanent neuropathy in my feet and fingers. And since part of my rectum was removed I have bowel function issues on a daily basis. So there’s been a quality of life impact. But I’ve been disease free since my treatments ended, for which I’m grateful and blessed. I wish you well with the rest of your journey. You certainly have the right attitude. And prayers are amazingly effective.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! Your attitude is inspiring and so important during the most horrific battle of your life! I know the journey and battle oh too well! Diagnosed with a terminal rare and very aggressive cancer last year; Cholangiocarcinoma! I’m hanging in there after being given 3-6 months on April 10, 2023! God has blessed me with more time to spend and make memories with my family and friends! God is good all of the time! Praying for you to have a good and long quality of life my fellow warrior! God bless you 🙏
I really was on the edge of my seat listening to your clear and concise story. I had breast cancer, double mastectomy and two kinds of skin cancer. I wish you the very best! :)
Hi I am from India. My father was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer back in December 2021 and was put on palliative care. Your story put his struggle into words. He had same drug and almost same post chemo and immuno symptoms. He was a warrior. He was a retired defense person so very very optimistic. He was sure to kill cancer and definitely doing good also until cancer spread to his other organs. Sadly he passed in February 2023. However I will always keep you in my prayers and I wish you conquer cancer. The struggle is real but always be positive. Be satisfied that you have done the best out of your life. You have been a great help for the society. I hope you get well soon 🙏🏻🤞🏻💝
9 Year survivor, spread to 9 lymph nodes, omentum, peritoneal, and terminal illeum. I have a long story also but the super short version is. I had a polyp removed and they tattooed the spot to check it on a follow up. 6 colonoscopies later there was a 4.5 centimeter tumor with a tattoo on top of it. Total colectomy with anastomosis. 6 months of chemo followed by the HIPEC surgery. Clean and clear ever since! It can be done Stay positive and always know the man upstairs is always there to talk!
@HumanizedDorito Stage 4. my symptoms were blood in stool, lower abdominal pain, dull ache upper left quadrant, loss of energy, light headedness. I was told twice not to worry, it was most likely hemorrhoids and given a stool softener. Well that was obviously wrong. I was given a 14% chance of living. 9 years later still clean and plan to stay that way.
Nick I survived stage 3 bowel cancer. Diagnosed in 2016. We have a cancer screening program here in Australia. When you turn 50 the federal government offers bowel cancer screening. Just as well I did it as I had a huge malignant tumour that was through my sigmoid colon wall. 30cm Sigmoid colon surgically removed. I was started very quickly on 5FU IV even though I had a post op infection as it was well and truly in my lymph nodes. 4 of 11 lymph nodes were riddled with cancer. I had to have a portacath to receive Oxialiplaten. Not fun and 8 years later I still have peripheral neuropathy in my toes. I was on Capecitabine (16 tablets morning and night) for 6 months. 2016 was a tough year. I have a few other medical challenges. I had a lot of people praying for me. I had the hospital social worker to talk to. I listened to an incredible guided meditation many times a day to return cells to perfect health. I listen to that meditation guide a lot to this day. I didn’t have enough support or help but I’m still alive and mostly ok. Thank you for sharing your story and I hope it helps others. You are a good and wonderful person. I’m praying for your perfect health. Please go gently. Life isn’t easy for me in general but my life is a dream compared to many who suffer enormously everyday. Sending love 🤎🦘
Please ask the social worker if s/he can find people to help you. Tell him/her that you are not able to call around and advocate for yourself... that you need him/her to do that for you. Be persistent. You don't want your house to pile up until it's impossible to get the home care services, etc. that you need! Best wishes!
@@jonehaney8939 This was in 2016. I meant I didn’t have enough social support. The social worker at the hospital was a great help with emotional support. My home is very clean and well organised. The government provided care workers for me to help with housework at the time. Thank you for your thoughts and care. My home has nothing piling up! I keep it very nice as I have always been house proud. I get help these days too at home to ensure my home is lovely.
Bless you, much love to you and your family ❤. I'm 51 and have all the same symptoms, I live in scotland UK, I have colonoscopy on August 7th. I'm always tired, bone pain too, I have had diverticulitis for 4 months, or at least that is when they told me. My change in bowel habits etc started 4 years ago. Stay positive 😊
Stay strong I’m stage 4 it’s also in my liver I’m almost a year into chemo treatment thank you for sharing your experience it helps people like myself to stay vigilant and keep pushing… Much love and support to you and your family God Bless you and your family
I am praying for you and myself, as well. I have had IBS, diverticulitis, GERD, ulcers, and occasional loss of bowel and bladder. I promised myself when Toby Keith passed that I would go have my colonoscopy and duodenoscopy, which are way overdue. Please keep us updated. You matter. God bless.
When Chadwick Boseman passed from cancer, my friend immediately went to see a doctor for symptoms he had concerns about but didn't feel the need to go to the doctor until then. Not long after he was diagnosed with stage 1 colon cancer. Even the doctors were shocked he caught it so early because usually especially in younger patients they get diagnosed at stage 3 or 4 since they just put it off to IBS or other gut issues. Please don't wait, see a doctor as soon as you can. It's better that you worried for nothing rather then you put it off and something is actually wrong.
I have gastritis and diverticulitis...I need to get one as well. Its overdue for me because I've had a few diverticulitis flare ups. Wishing us all the best 🙏🏾
Stay positive, Nick. Keep any negative thoughts out of your thinking. You'll beat this I am certain. Please keep us posted with how you are coming along whenever you can. God bless you.
Amen and FACTS!. GOD is a miracle worker.. I know this first hand.. Seen amazing amazing things the eyes can't believe and the ears can not hear.. Faith! And saved by grace! Through the Lord alone and not through religion. God measures our hearts
@@Midwest..I wouldn’t say diet necessarily prevents colorectal cancer. I’ve seen plenty of vegans and vegetarians who have been diagnosed with cancer. The correlation between sugar consumption and causing cancer hasn’t been proven either. Certainly some diets in general are healthier than others. So eating well is good for many reasons.
I also have colon cancer that spread to the lymph nodes. Our treatment couldn’t be more different (except for the oxaliplatin. Isn’t it just a dream? NOT!). The first time I went to the ER, the first thing they did was a CT scan. ER doctor told me there was evidence of a mass in my ascending colon, and that it was most likely cancer. The next day I had a colonoscopy where some polyps were removed and a biopsy of the tumor was done. Three days later it was confirmed to be cancer. I saw a colorectal surgeon a couple weeks later and then had my surgery a couple weeks after that. They removed the ascending colon where the tumor was located as well as 19 lymph nodes. I also did not need an ostomy, but I did have the dreaded drainage tube in my upper abdomen. I hated that thing. I was discharged on my 4th day. I was told that I would start chemo roughly 4 weeks post surgery. I went to an oncologist who said I would need 6 months of chemo for a total of 12 treatments. I also got port-a-cath surgically inserted. I am usually at the clinic for at least 5 hours and then I have another chemo bag that goes home with in a portable IV machine. It is a 46 hour drip. I go back to the clinic after 2 days and have it removed. My cancer was staged a 3 because it had not metastasized to my liver or lungs. I have been given a very good prognosis of being cancer free after 5 years of no reoccurrence. Unlike you, I am not able to work because of the ever-present fatigue and I have terrible chemo fog that really affects my memory. I am so glad you are doing well!! It just surprises me how different our treatment plans are. I guess everybody’s body is different and reacts to things in different ways. Oh yeah, before I forget, about 3 weeks ago I was once again admitted for abdominal pain that ended up being a blood clot. So, listen to your body, as if you didn’t already know to do that! Good luck to you, and I apologize for such a long post. You can delete it if you want. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!
Never give up! You are an inspiration! I am celebrating 2 years beating a Terminal Illness. Greatest day when Hospice told me i am no longer Terminal. I had to learn how to walk and talk again. I also returned to the Fire Service as a Batt Chief. Yes, i get anxiety, still hurt, but i go on. Celebrating 35 years with my wife this year. My brothers and sisters Firefighters, Law Enforcement, Emt and medics all helped me through! Stay strong brother!
Thanks for recognizing anxiety and mental health. I struggle and recently diagnosed bipolar. Doctors in the past treated me deplorable. It's an awful feeling. So I understand that side. I try to manage it on a daily. Less overwhelming. I pray for your strength and health 🙏
I’m surprised they didn’t just direct transport to a hospital to do a colon resection when they saw it. I’ve worked in many level one trauma OR’s and seen that many a time. Looking well and praying for your complete recovery. I’m a nurse and I’m telling you GOD does give us miracles. Believe it. Been doing this for 37 years and have seen things that my scientific medical mind cannot explain….. Support systems around you are critical.
Thank you, so much for sharing your story. Hearing your story definitely means a lot to others. It’s hard to talk about it, I get it, but by doing so is very much appreciated. Wishing you the very best in your recovery. From one German to another…You’ve got this!!!
2 times cancer survivor here, have faith and stay positive, do your best to fight, and get the rest in God hands, God Bless you and your family, and God Bless all the cancer patients 🙏🙏praying your speedy recovery🙏🙏
Thank you for sharing your story. As a two time cancer survivor I can totally relate with your story. As people with cancer we need to stick together and pick each other up when those difficult times happen. In the meantime, God Bless and continue to pray and stay strong…
You’re a lovely man with a courageous spirit & awesome personality. You’re doing great & I know you’ll keep fighting, all with the support of your beloved family behind you. Thanks for sharing your story. It’s so important that people learn to recognise early signs of potential cancer. Much love & happiness to you all! 💕
Scanxiety is definitely real prayers to you n your family! Kick cancers butt! Your are a warrior and brave strong as well! It will be a year in October cancer free and it's all still so scary and definitely be an advocate for yourself ❤
Make sure they do regular abdominal scans on the surrounding organs such as your pancreas at least every 6 months now. The fact you had a rupture can seed the cancer cells in other locations and because most of the colon cancers grow slowly... it takes awhile to show up.
I had stage 3c rectal sigmoid cancer. All of my ct scans have covered chest, abdomen and pelvis. That seems to be the standard of care. But he should confirm that.
@@roch145 My mother was an older senior and slipped through the cracks. I assumed they were giving her follow up scans but they were not. Information was not moving well between the specialists which seems to be a very common occurrence anymore. Just letting everyone know the importance of follow up scans when there has been an intestinal rupture.
@@christinegreywolf that makes sense. Communication is one of the most significant problems in healthcare. Patient to physician as well physician to physician.
I am happy for you. You're a survivor!! I understand. I have the same symptoms as you do, incl the scratchy throat. This will be my second bout with cancer. God Bless you. Peace....
Im praying for you Nick. You are a hero to your family, a hero in your working life, a hero to all of the people who watch this. I know you wont give up, and I know you can survive this. It sounds strange, but I love you, and may God bless you and your beautiful family always.
I’m a colorectal survivor of 12 years, stage 3a. Two months of radiology and six months of chemotherapy. Nine months on oral chemo medication. Although I don’t have a rectum, life still goes on. Be positive and get well soon.🙏🏻
Thank you for sharing your experience with cancer. I'm going in for a sigmoidoscopy in a little less than a month per doc orders. Symptoms you shared prior to your diagnosis are similar to what I've experienced. I hold a sort of "hope stone" in my head. But knowing that I must work with my doctors and advocate for myself, is excellent preparation to learn what-in-the-heck is going on in my intestines and digestion in general. I hope and trust that you and your doctors and family and friends will create quality and quantity of life for a good long time for yourself. Thank you, again for putting yourself out there and helping others.
Diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer in 2016. Six weeks of radiation followed by surgery, followed by 12 chemotherapy treatments. Radiation and surgery weren’t bad. Chemotherapy sucked. Highly recommend getting a port for the infusions. Doing great in 2024.
You got this brother! Great support from your family & health care team Totally understand your story as I am in remission 10 years same diagnosis. Stay strong Stay Blessed!
Thank you for your story sir, my dad passed away from Colon Cancer in 1986, they didnt have as much as they do today as far as more advanced Chemos etc., I just also lost my best friend to a Cancer in Jan. 2024, she told me the same thing you said about the cold drinks, that it felt like chared glass in her throat. I cant imagine all you have been through, you seem very strong. I am very sorry for all you have been through, major prayers here for you always. I hope you do well for a very long time. Live your best life with your family. I wish you well 😊😊😊❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I had stage 2 breast cancer. Chemo. Radiation. Lumpectomy. About 2 years time over time. It was very traumatic for me. I hated every minute of it. But I'm grateful to God that I'm on my way to 10 years cancer free!
I was diagnosed with stage 3C rectal cancer in January 2024. I had two infusions of chemotherapy with Folfox two weeks apart beginning in March, than switched over to immunotherapy using Keytruda three weeks apart beginning in April. My tumor markers were 13.58 CEA and 31.0 CA when we first began in March and both dropped dramatically by mid May. Both numbers began to rise some and again started dropping once again in mid June. My second PET scan six months after the first showed the tumor has grown a tiny amount in two places and shrunk a tiny bit in one area. My tumor was initially described to me as a mismatched tumor and immunotheapy was the cancer treatment of choice for my type of cancer.
Best wishes to you in your battle. Immunotherapy has come a long way in its effectiveness and research continues to find new tools in the fight against cancer.
Thank you for sharing your story. My son was diagnosed with stage 3 pancreatic cancer last month. He's fighting hard too. ❤ Wishing you the best of health!
Exactly, Terry! I really wish people would understand how important it is to make drastic changes to one’s lifestyle, especially with colon cancer. I def wouldn’t be drinking Coca Cola.
❤❤thank you. I'm so glad I read this beautiful comment. It's not Genes..virus and toxins-(. I lost my husband of many years..he was 58-(. I watch his cravings....eggs, red meat and a lot of bad sugar. Not honey and fruit. ❤❤ xo and stay healthy. Our food today is so heavy processed as well..even tofu. Fruits greens vegetables. Whole Foods ❤
Well done Video Nick. I have a slightly different story, but still similar… I felt perfect when they accidentally discovered stage were cancer with an MRI and PET scan for a simple hernia surgery. A long story/journey but 16 months later, I am cancer free, although tremendous side effects, including an ileostomy, pubic catheter, neuropathy, and massive swelling that the doctors are unable to solve. But even with all those issues, it sure beats the alternative. I live a little over an hour away from you if you ever want to talk Or meet, if you need an understanding ear or simply want “cancer buddy“. Jim.
Grandma has been battling it for 2 years. Long journey. Lots of prayers for you❤ (grandma also had a lot of acid reflux but refused a colonoscopy… diagnosed at stage 3, 2 years later)
Thank you so much for sharing your story. Your honesty about everything, and with such a positive attitude and outlook is remarkable and applaudable. I do draw courage from your story. I was recently diagnosed with colon cancer, and am having an operation very shortly - it’s a start of the journey of what is to become. So your story, and others with the same, help so very much. I’m grateful for you for that and wish you all the luck, healthy and speedy recovery, and all the love in your life. ❤
Wow your fire fighter bosses knew your appearance well enough to see your appearance had changed so much whilst on the job to send you off sight to hospital!! Wishing you a full recovery. 🙏🙏🙏
I wish you all the best in the world Nick. Keep looking forward and have a great outcome. I'm 68 years old and this is my second bout with cancer. The first time, I was terminally I'll with stage 4 Melanoma in the lymph nodes and was told I had only a few months to live. That was ten years ago!! Now I have advanced Colon cancer and I'm heading to surgery the 19th of this month 8/19/2024. Good luck to you as I wish you well!!
Praying for all the cancer patients out there 🙏 ❤
@@susanlowns8876 Amen 🙌🏼
Me too!
Pray all you want. Only a doctor can help.
@@segaboy9894 what a stupid comment 😂 put all your hopes into a medical doctor that is solely trained to give/sell you medication so that the pharmaceutical industry enriches itself further more. 😊
Do you actually pray or it's just a saying thing
I just started chemotherapy stage 4 colon cancer I fighting all the way sir stay blessed 🙌
Good Luck. Best Wishes.
Why? You will loose your dignity and quality of life. 100% quality of life for me. Traveling the world before hospice. You are going to suffer big time. Watch DR DAN SAYS
'The prayer of faith will heal the sick' "
JESUS CHRIST himself took our infirmities and bore all our blessings.
If we believe we can see the glory of God.
Nothing is impossible with God.
What ever we ask in the name of JESUS CHRIST believing in faith We will receive it.
With His stripes we are healed.
Praying for all the sick and suffering people please do not fear but only believe.
Believe on the LORD JESUS CHRIST and you will be saved you and your family.
My grandson Joseph Jacob was diagnosed with 4th stage Hodgkins Lymphoma.
I prayed with faith that I will not tell anyone about the cancer but surely God will heal Joseph Jacob and I will testify that Jesus Christ is the only true living LORD God our Healer.
May he was diagnosed and June he was treated ànd in July he was declared Cancer free.
All glory honour,praise and power be to the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY FATHER in the mighty name of JESUS CHRIST our LORD GOD ALMIGHTY Healer.
My faith 🙏🏿 in the most high Elohyim YAH and YAHUSHA is indefinitely
♥️God please give Nick complete healing. Turn every cell in his body to perfect heath and well being. Please inspire all his health care professionals to make the best possible medical decisions for him. Restore him to complete health ♥️Amen 🙏🏻
Amen!❤❤
Amen 🙏 power of prayer
Amen!
Wishing you the best. 💙🙏🏽💪🏽💙
Amen 🙏🏼
Not an easy journey, 17 years survivor here, :>)
How you treat or cure colon cancer?
Which stage ?
❤beautiful ❤
I had stage 3 in 2016. I’m ok so far. I hope you are safe and well ♥️🙏🏻
17 years wow!!
I also had colon cancer in the same location and I thought it was IBS or something like that at first because I had experienced IBS for a while years ago. I was busy and felt I couldn’t take a day off to get things checked out until I woke up in the night with huge anxiety. It was like my body was sounding the alarm, because I had no other reason to feel this crazy anxiety. I listened to that “alarm” and was diagnosed with colon cancer quite quickly. Mine was a late stage 2 with no lymph node involvement, so I was lucky there. Surgery was all I needed. I am wishing you the very best outcome in your fight against this sneaky foe.
Same as me I was lucky
I would say you're both blessed. Not just lucky.
@@TakeTheRide You are right. And I believe I received a healing during my surgery. The CT scan showed that my lymph nodes were very enlarged and my surgeon said I likely had stage 3 colon cancer, but after they wheeled me out of the recovery room, I felt I had received a healing that went beyond the surgery itself. My friend who was there with me before the surgery and was still there after my surgery said I looked so much better after the operation, that I looked “full of light”. My surgeon removed many lymph nodes along with the tumour, but not one lymph node showed a sign of cancer. So yes, I was blessed.
@@tarasgarden congratulations. I am very happy for you. Thank Yahuah (YHWH) for your healing. He gave you life, twice.
How big was the tumor
Be strong brother - we are all rooting for you. Keep us posted on your journey please!!
No sir. You are not “just a paramedic”.
You are a life saving hero and I wish you all the best ❤
He's not a firefighter
My husband passed away from bowel cancer just over a year ago in June , love and miss him every single day and always will, I’m praying for you and your family and hope you kick cancers arse x
Nick, God is good ... my Colon Cancer was in stage 3 ... I have been in remission for 8 years... be positive... God is good...from South Africa
What did you use to heal yourself? Please share. Thank you
My daddy was diagnosed with stage 3C colon cancer back in April of 2023. He went into NED in November of 2023. We were so so so happy. Things went back to “normal..” fast forward to august of 2024. Dad went in for surgery to get his bag off. The surgeon wanted to check every thing out before he reserved the bag. Thank god he did because he made the discovery that dad had yet another mass in his colon. He was able to cut it out, margins was clear with 7 lymph’s being negative. The mass was 1.5. We are heartbroken that it came back. He almost made it a year of NED 💔💔 the plan now is radiation and chemotherapy to make sure all cells are gone. My dad is 54. He’s young.. he’s tried but he’s positive. I’m 32 and I’m not ready to lose him. We are hopeful this is it and we’ll get him back in remission. now he’s gotta fight this beast again. It’s not ok, but it’s all gonna be alright. He told me he’s not dying. I’m trying my best to be there for him, but I feel like I can’t walk this road again. I need my daddy.
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Prayers 🙏
I hate cancer. Blessings, prayers and good vibes to anyone going through these struggles. Give that cancer a hell of a fight. ❤
Prayers for You my friend. Thank you for having the courage to share your story.
I had a colonoscopy way back in 1974.. it was so painful, I didn’t have another for almost 50 years. Then last year, a plethora of health issues… abdominal infection put me in the hospital for a week, during which time I developed afib and they found a kidney lesion. 3 months later, surgery for hernia. Then finally got talked into a colonoscopy because of strange symptoms… pencil thin stools… random abdominal pain… etc. I chalked it up to other causes. Got the colonoscopy. Tumor. Surgery. Stage 1B. No spread to other organs… lymph nodes clear. Then had the kidney lesion frozen. I believe the healing hand of The Lord is evident.
My mom got it a year ago, 3b. She had a surgery, recejcted chemo amd started plant based diet, raw foods and juicing. She turned 71 a month ago. No one in my family had cancer. We are from Serbia. I have been a vegetarian for 11 years and i think that made my mom go plant based. Blessed be! Take care❤
I am very sorry to hear that she rejected chemotherapy! Please have her stay in close touch with her oncologist. If her oncologist continues to recommend chemotherapy, then please do what you can to convince her. Cancer is no joke! It shouldn't be treated as such!
@@jonehaney8939 I am very happy she did. You cannnot treat poison with poison. And she wants to enjoy her life not to be bedridden. She did all the checkups and, for now, everything goes well. She went to see the Olympics, and curenty staying in Paris. She is full of life! Thank you for your opinion🙂
Metabolic Therapy works better than medical chemo.
The repurposed IVERMECTIN helps also, and research Thomas Seyfried.
Amen. I prefer veganism and believe it is the solution to most health issues. I'm a slave for sweets though.
@jonehaney8939 her rejection and going plant based she made it to 71 and is still going she said. The plant based diet and juicing helped her
Thanks for sharing, so helpful. Had cancer 2 times and have to use my coping skills. Have PTSD from all the tests, treatments, doctor visits. I deal with anxiety and panic attacks, very horrible. God, reading the Bible helped me and continues to. Gosh, so many people have cancer. The support from other survivors helps so much 😊😊🙏❤️
I was diagnosed during my annual physical when my cologuard test came back positive. I was totally asymptomatic and my tumor was discovered during my colonoscopy. I was stage 2A. Mine was caught early but the location proved to be challenging. I had an ileostomy for 8 months after surgery to remove the tumor which I named Rosebud. I started my treatment with 2 months of daily chemo and radiation followed by surgery and then a port creation in my chest. I had 6 months of chemo with an infusion for 2 days every other week. I’m now 5 years in remission and thank my outstanding medical team everyday. My Ostomy was reversed and then the port was removed. A strong support group and a positive attitude helped me get through some of the dark days I had. I always say it takes something worse to kill something bad. I have a high contrast CT scan every 6 months and so far so good. I wish you all the best and I hope that your recovery is as successful as mine. ☮️🙏🏻
My husband is fighting the same battle. Stage 4 Bowel cancer. The doctors are optimistic that he can get rid of the cancer with chemo, immune therapy, and operations. He's on the treatment path now and I am in awe of how amazing he is fighting this awful disease. Both his parents died of it in there 70s. My husband is 46 and intends to fight this and I will be there with him all the way.
Thanks for telling your story. I wish you all the best and you have so much strength and amazing support. Keep going. Xxx
I was told stage 4 is terminal 😢
Look up Joe Tippens protocol.
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@@snailtime737they say it’s terminal but there are ways to beat it. It doesn’t work for everyone though. I know a number of people who’ve beaten it with a whole food plant based diet and cannabis oil (plus lots of other things). It requires a lot of work which isn’t always easy when you’re struggling already (I’m,in remission from cancer so I understand how mentally draining it is as well as taking its toll in other ways)
Look into fenbedazole
Your supervisors saved your life! Wishing you the best life.
I lost my dear brother to colorectal cancer in 2019. He fought for 3 years but his body gave out. He was a big man before cancer, when he passed he weighed maybe 95 pounds. But let me tell you about how strong and courageous he was. He was a prayer warrior!! Even at his sickest if he knew someone was struggling witth something or just needed uplifting. He would pray the sweetest most heart warming prayers you could ever hear. He will always be my hero. I love you brother. I know you're with the most high God & you are perfectly healed.
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What stage he was when he found out the cancer
@@RepublikAnime I believe he was stage 4. He had been misdiagnosed several times before he got the diagnosis. He had chronic diarrhea and abdominal pain. They told him it was IBS then later they removed his gallbladder thinking that was the problem. So he went for a year or more with symptoms but the doctors didn't catch on until it was too late. He had a horrible experience during his fight against cancer. It would take a long time for me to tell what happened to him. It was horrible!!
@@MelanieWeed77 my father too. Misdiagnosis for 7 month.
@RepublikAnime It pains my heart to hear that. So many peoples lives could be saved if the proper diagnosis was done earlier. Is your father still with you?
@@MelanieWeed77 Fortunatelly yes. Doctor told us my dad had ulcers which need several months to heal. So several month wasted for nothing. We only found out two weeks ago
I'm a 45 year old woman in Chicago . I have had colonoscopies every year for 15 years because of IBS. My last 2 I've had pre-cancerous tumors taken off my bowels. I've also had pre-cancerous tumors taken out of both breasts. One grandpa and one uncle passed from cancer. An uncle and sister in law just finished chemo. My 81 year old dad is going in next month to have cancer removed. I'm cheering for everyone who is battling this horrible disease and encouraging all the friends and family to stay strong. Much peace and love.
I've also had C Diff several times
Your story resonates with me.. Lung ca NSCLC. I will pray for you. The anxiety is ungodly. My next scan is on 8 weeks
Damn brother, sorry you are going through this. Fight like youve never fought before
A retired nurse here, age 70, who recently completed chemo and radiation treatment for stage3 lung cancer. I just last week started immunotherapy. It's a long fight,but I have always been a fighter! Keep up the fight for as long as you have to!!! You have a family that needs you!!
Look into fenbendazole
In my prayers ❤
Just eat honey everyday on the morning after you woke up when your stomach still empty
you will be fine! my father was Diagnosed as stage 3B or early stages of 4 lung cancer ( small carcinoma ). His prognosis was without treatment his life expectancy was 6months to 2 years at most, and with treatment they will be able to determine his chances, but as of now if you go with the treatment it will probably be to extending his life. well after his second treatment and CT scan the tumor that was inoperable in his left lung had shrunk by 30%, and he told my father that his treatment plan will either destroy the cancer completely, or keep it under control and that my father would live to old age. also he did say to my father that this cancer wouldn't be the cause for him passing, it will be due to natural old age or anything else but the cancer. My father only had two side affects from the chemo/rad therapy which was hair loss and very thin skin, but everyone at the clinic was amazed at how powerful his immune system was, because he would get cuts from work by just bumping the wall, or rubbing his arm on one of the trucks. However instead of the cuts not healing for months because of the chemo/radiation, it took his body 3 days to fully scab his cuts and on the 5th day the scab would fall off and had light scar.
Long story short the Oncologist was the best person to see for lung cancers in our area, hes treated people who were told it's best that they activate hospice if they have it included with their medical plans, and spend the remaining time with their family, etc. he treated people that really had a 3% chance from an Objective perceptive, and never turned away any patient even though two different oncologists hadn't even tried to treat the people, because they didn't want to risk making the patients very sick and weak, when they are still in good health but got only a couple of months at most to live. Well 5 months into his treatment and hes out working construction installing guardrails, street signs, etc. We own a construction business, he started to get his smokers cough comeback, but it was during the peak of covid, and there was a small virus going around a week prior to thanksgiving. So I thought it might have been our split system A/C systems, because we didn't have the maintenance guy come in to clean the system and get all of the mold out of the system. Then just before Christmas the Second temporary Oncologist asked my father when was the last time he had a CT scan or MRI, and he said not since he got diagnosed and on his second chemo/radiation treatment to see if the treatment is working. So she ordered a CT scan and then told him that shes going to put him back on the Original chemo/rad treatment but at 25% potency, and the new oncologist will follow up with him from there.
When my father told me that, I asked him "when did they change your treatment and why did she say shes putting you back on what you were supposed to be already on, based on the two year treatment plan that the Original Oncologist had laid out for you, and if there needed to be changes, it would be based on what is left of the tumor, etc" Then he replied to me with " the first Temporary oncologist had switched him to immunotherapy, but the nurse did the change, and he never saw the Dr, nor did the staff". Well Janurary 1st, 2021 at 1am our house burns down due to an electrical fire and we lose everything. Then my fathers CT results come back and the cancer tumor is now 2x the size from when he was diagnosed, and it had spread to his right lung as a tumor, and the tests showed that it's not detecting/showing that it's starting to spread throughout his system, but the New oncologist had told my father that " He couldn't understand how did he go from having many treatment options to only two, and they have a 5% chance of actually working, because the cancer has learned how to camouflage its cells from the only treatment that he was originally on, and he will try it for two weeks and follow up with scans to see if it's doing anything, if not hes got one last option or he can try and sign up for trials. " My father passed away on March 2nd at 1:32am and I was unable to get justice for the negligence by the temporary oncologist who was the only Dr to not set foot in the cancer center, see any patients or even meet the staff. Due to us being homeless from the fire and my 100% permanent and total Disability rating from the VA due to physical and mental injuries sustained from combat, and being the trustee of the estate trying to find a home for my family, run the construction company, and do lots of things that were overwhelming for me, I missed being able to file a claim by 4mins because the court house closed and that day was the final day before the two year statue of limitations ended. The number 1 lawfirm in hawaii told me that I had to find an attorney who could take on my case based on Discovery, because if my father had a 100% survivability rating, but the temp oncologist changed his treatment without any logically medical reasoning, then I see it as murder and not negligent manslaughter. What caught me off guard was my father didn't show any signs of passing, just two days before he passed away, he was hyperventilating, and the hospice nurse wanted to give him morphine to relax his lungs. So for the first time ever in his entire life he took the 20mg pill and 10mg liquid morphine, and finally got a good rest that day. however later that afternoon when I was going to wake him up to give him this mucus medication, I heard and felt his lungs feel very wet, and I new right there that it wasn't a good sign, but I couldn't confirm it until the hospice nurse came to check his vitals. Thats why she told me the same thing, but my father never lost weight, had a good appetite and was working up until he took the morphine just so the nurse would leave him alone. We tried to wake him and he wouldn't respond and thats when we took him to the ER, and the ER dr said that he doesn't see my father walking out of the ER, and his body is starting to shutdown, etc. I've been around friends, family, and people I didn't even know who all showed signs of the body shutting down weeks before, but in his case its like when he took the high dose of morphine, his mind was keeping his body from shutting down. So that really shocked me and when he woke up later that night, He was upset that the nurses at the hospice facility wouldn't let him go to use the bathroom and he asked me why was he not at the hotel. That's when I told him everything that I never said to him, and told him to not worry about us, and I will make sure everything is taken cared of to the best of my abilities, but it's time that he just rests. Sorry I typed out something I wanted to keep short, but this is the first time I actually got to get this off of my chest, and still to this day were displaced because of the fire. Plus living on maui and the fires from last year made finding a home impossible, plus greedy people are getting paid $12,000 per month to rent their 3/4bedroom homes to families who were renting homes in Lahaina and never owned a place. That's caused rent to rise up to 400% and the money that supposedly was given to help the families are being used poorly. $8,000-$12,000 Fema is paying anyone that will rent their home to the families affected by the fire, and that is why nobody can afford to rent any homes, because of those who are taking advantage of getting paid lots of money, and a decent 3 to 5 bedroom home used to be at the highest $2,700 a month, now its around $4500+ without utilities and those homes are paying a $900-1200 land tax per month. Anyway, sorry my Fragmented thoughts are getting outta hand due to the TBI damage from getting blown up and being close to air strikes, etc.
Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that you got this, and Don't be afraid to ask any questions or get a second opinion if the results aren't what you are looking for. I've noticed many of those who have been working for a longtime in the medical field become desensitize, and after a while they lose sight of why they went into the medical field. My family have died from negligent health care workers. So I report and film all nurses and Dr's when I speak to them and ask questions, because of my training I can't help but read their body language, and there are some cruel people that treat patients poorly. There are a handful who still care and haven't turned off their humanity switch, and genuinely care for those that they come across. Stay positive, watch comedies, and try your best to stay positive. Also those who are around you ask them to talk about funny memories, I've read a study that laughter and people around you who think positive thoughts help with healing and recovery. there is a correlation due to the frequency that our brains sync and it shows that we activate a part of our brains that possibly can heal when everyone concentrates on positive thoughts and they all sync up on the same frequency. Take care and if there is anything that I can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. I used to keep people company when my dad would be getting treated, that were alone and played checkers/chess or just listened to facinating stories. I'm a good listener and love to hear stories from people, because I can learn some old tricks that were forgotten, or I can imagine how things were much better than now, etc.
Please don’t listen to this fool. Glucose or sugars are bad for you.
Changes in bowel movement, pain, and acid reflux. 😮 we all need to be mindful of those symptoms.
I've had changes in bowel habits. Done ct scan recently and I have appendicitis. Also done a colonsocpy and no problems. If you have abdominal pain go get it checked out ASAP. We can't really diagnose ourself.
Yeah these sound like really common symptoms of other things too
Dealing with that badly now. Have colonoscopy coming up in 3 weeks. So nervous! I'm not ready
There's a lot that it could be- pinched spinal nerves, abdominal cysts, IBS (often comorbid with stress and diet), dietary changes, gluten sensitivity, bipolar disorder/depression, numerous medications, diverticulitis, hernias, appendicitis, hemorrhoids, etc.
Still, as you say, be mindful and if it concerns you, get a colonoscopy arranged: a good family doctor can help with recommendations and clearing insurance, although it'll still generally cost quite a bit, (Affordable Care my butt). I've had one before and the worst part is the prep- nasty stuff and it burns coming out. Still, if it concerns you, (and especially if you're seeing blood), get a colonoscopy. Don't wait, find a way and get it done.
@@StarrYLDaGreatOh, you're ready: get it done and breathe easy, or- if it is something- get on top of it. Most good surgeons will let you know of any findings before you leave outpatient, so if it's not a big deal, you can rest. If something is found, it'll have to be biopsied, which means more waiting, but the doc should be able to give you a heads up. It's nerve wracking, I know: I've been there, but it needs to be done and there are A LOT of minor issues that share symptoms of major ones. It also wouldn't hurt to pray and develop yourself spiritually: regardless of the findings, it helps take the pain out of this world.
Nick, you are a great guy. Sharing your journey is helping so many. My prayers are for your remission.
My mother in law's story is almost exactly like yours. She's now about 10 years cancer free. So hope is an excellent idea. Wishing you positive results and good health.
My dad's colon cancer was initially ignored as the doctor said the symptoms were just a result of hemmaroids. He had requested a colonoscopy and was told he didn't need it. (Already 50, so should have been offered the colonoscopy anyway). When the symptoms persisted he again requested a colonoscopy (6 months later) and the doctor "humoured" him. They found the cancer. He got secondary (lung) 3 years later. Fortunately he has now been clear for many years. However he may have avoided the secondary and/or things could have been much worse. PLEASE get a second option... YOU know YOUR body.
My Dad, Mom and sister all had cancer. I sympathize with you, it’s such a difficult club to be in. Stay strong…. I’m from Wisconsin originally. I love listening to you talk, Wisconsin is a great place with very resilient people. I wish you peace, love and strength, my friend.
I, too, lost my mom, dad, and sister (as well as many other relatives and friends) to Cancer. I am in Minnesota. My doctors do absolutely NOTHING except say they will “keep an eye on it”without doing any tests. Make sure you come back if it lasts more than two weeks, see someone else. Even though my sister was just 11 months older than me, and died within 63 days of colon cancer diagnosis, spread to liver, the doctors don’t feel like I am “high risk”. Even though I have so many symptoms- and my sister had NO SYMPTOMS! I have had to fire 3 doctors for their incompetence. I got a new primary doctor/ but any time I try to see MY PRIMARY doctor, it is a 6-8 month wait! I am definitely scared because everyone in my family gets Cancer. We are like time bombs, and the “doctors” don’t care. Just keep you coming back at $400 per visit, which I cannot afford.
@@kimminer7341Please continue to advocate forcefully for yourself! If/ when you get too tired to do so, please find a friend, relative, or priest/ pastor/ Rabbi who will advocate for you! Best wishes from an 11-year cancer survivor!
Keep pushing for that appt even if you call every day to see if they have a cancelation that seems like that's how Health care is now days....have a list of questions and demand answers and actions.....It's hard been there....will be praying for you
@@kimminer7341I really don’t know what’s wrong with Doctors now a days.
It’s interesting how treatments differ. I was diagnosed with stage 3c rectal sigmoid cancer 4 years ago. Before surgery I did 4 months of chemo with FOLFOX and Xeloda. Filled by 6 weeks of chemo radiation. Then one surgery to remove my he tumor and 30 lymph nodes and had a temporary ileostomy for 9 months until it was reversed. I have permanent neuropathy in my feet and fingers. And since part of my rectum was removed I have bowel function issues on a daily basis. So there’s been a quality of life impact. But I’ve been disease free since my treatments ended, for which I’m grateful and blessed. I wish you well with the rest of your journey. You certainly have the right attitude. And prayers are amazingly effective.
Keep us updated please...blessings to you and your peeps. Light and Love everyone ❤😊
Wishing you many, many years of peace, health and love.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! Your attitude is inspiring and so important during the most horrific battle of your life! I know the journey and battle oh too well! Diagnosed with a terminal rare and very aggressive cancer last year; Cholangiocarcinoma! I’m hanging in there after being given 3-6 months on April 10, 2023! God has blessed me with more time to spend and make memories with my family and friends! God is good all of the time! Praying for you to have a good and long quality of life my fellow warrior! God bless you 🙏
I really was on the edge of my seat listening to your clear and concise story. I had breast cancer, double mastectomy and two kinds of skin cancer. I wish you the very best! :)
I wish you the very best.
Hi I am from India. My father was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer back in December 2021 and was put on palliative care. Your story put his struggle into words. He had same drug and almost same post chemo and immuno symptoms. He was a warrior. He was a retired defense person so very very optimistic. He was sure to kill cancer and definitely doing good also until cancer spread to his other organs. Sadly he passed in February 2023. However I will always keep you in my prayers and I wish you conquer cancer. The struggle is real but always be positive. Be satisfied that you have done the best out of your life. You have been a great help for the society. I hope you get well soon 🙏🏻🤞🏻💝
Thank you for sharing your story and your kind words. They do give me strength and are very appreciated. ❤
I pray for your speedy recovery
9 Year survivor, spread to 9 lymph nodes, omentum, peritoneal, and terminal illeum. I have a long story also but the super short version is. I had a polyp removed and they tattooed the spot to check it on a follow up. 6 colonoscopies later there was a 4.5 centimeter tumor with a tattoo on top of it. Total colectomy with anastomosis. 6 months of chemo followed by the HIPEC surgery. Clean and clear ever since! It can be done Stay positive and always know the man upstairs is always there to talk!
@HumanizedDorito Stage 4. my symptoms were blood in stool, lower abdominal pain, dull ache upper left quadrant, loss of energy, light headedness. I was told twice not to worry, it was most likely hemorrhoids and given a stool softener. Well that was obviously wrong. I was given a 14% chance of living. 9 years later still clean and plan to stay that way.
Nick I survived stage 3 bowel cancer. Diagnosed in 2016. We have a cancer screening program here in Australia. When you turn 50 the federal government offers bowel cancer screening. Just as well I did it as I had a huge malignant tumour that was through my sigmoid colon wall. 30cm Sigmoid colon surgically removed. I was started very quickly on 5FU IV even though I had a post op infection as it was well and truly in my lymph nodes. 4 of 11 lymph nodes were riddled with cancer. I had to have a portacath to receive Oxialiplaten. Not fun and 8 years later I still have peripheral neuropathy in my toes. I was on Capecitabine (16 tablets morning and night) for 6 months. 2016 was a tough year. I have a few other medical challenges. I had a lot of people praying for me. I had the hospital social worker to talk to. I listened to an incredible guided meditation many times a day to return cells to perfect health. I listen to that meditation guide a lot to this day. I didn’t have enough support or help but I’m still alive and mostly ok. Thank you for sharing your story and I hope it helps others. You are a good and wonderful person. I’m praying for your perfect health. Please go gently. Life isn’t easy for me in general but my life is a dream compared to many who suffer enormously everyday. Sending love 🤎🦘
Please ask the social worker if s/he can find people to help you. Tell him/her that you are not able to call around and advocate for yourself... that you need him/her to do that for you. Be persistent. You don't want your house to pile up until it's impossible to get the home care services, etc. that you need! Best wishes!
@@jonehaney8939 This was in 2016. I meant I didn’t have enough social support. The social worker at the hospital was a great help with emotional support. My home is very clean and well organised. The government provided care workers for me to help with housework at the time. Thank you for your thoughts and care. My home has nothing piling up! I keep it very nice as I have always been house proud. I get help these days too at home to ensure my home is lovely.
Bless you, much love to you and your family ❤.
I'm 51 and have all the same symptoms, I live in scotland UK, I have colonoscopy on August 7th.
I'm always tired, bone pain too, I have had diverticulitis for 4 months, or at least that is when they told me.
My change in bowel habits etc started 4 years ago.
Stay positive 😊
Not to be crass, but could you be more specific on how your bowels changed? I have noticed some things but not sure if it is anything
Best of luck to you!
Have a colonoscopy also on August 7 it's very scary but let's stay positive.
Stay strong I’m stage 4 it’s also in my liver I’m almost a year into chemo treatment thank you for sharing your experience it helps people like myself to stay vigilant and keep pushing… Much love and support to you and your family God Bless you and your family
God bless you as well. Hugs. ❤
I am praying for you and myself, as well. I have had IBS, diverticulitis, GERD, ulcers, and occasional loss of bowel and bladder. I promised myself when Toby Keith passed that I would go have my colonoscopy and duodenoscopy, which are way overdue. Please keep us updated. You matter. God bless.
When Chadwick Boseman passed from cancer, my friend immediately went to see a doctor for symptoms he had concerns about but didn't feel the need to go to the doctor until then. Not long after he was diagnosed with stage 1 colon cancer. Even the doctors were shocked he caught it so early because usually especially in younger patients they get diagnosed at stage 3 or 4 since they just put it off to IBS or other gut issues. Please don't wait, see a doctor as soon as you can. It's better that you worried for nothing rather then you put it off and something is actually wrong.
How old are you I have these issues at 21
The shit hurt i had it without sedation. Ive got diverticulitis too
@@DeHyntonGamingi have diverticulitis as well...what symptoms did you have that made you get a colonoscophy?
I have gastritis and diverticulitis...I need to get one as well. Its overdue for me because I've had a few diverticulitis flare ups. Wishing us all the best 🙏🏾
Praying you are healed completely! Thank you for sharing your story. May God bless you and your family.
Please keep us posted. I am wishing you all the best and hope that you heal.
Stay positive, Nick. Keep any negative thoughts out of your thinking. You'll beat this I am certain. Please keep us posted with how you are coming along whenever you can. God bless you.
Sending prayers and strength to help you endure this awful battle.
My brother in law survived his stage 4 Colon cancer. You will too. 😇
good on your chiefs for being so attentive and mindful to pull you aside that day wow. keep fighting! and thank you for your service!
My prayers are for you to get through this and receive each day what God knows you need most.
Amen and FACTS!.
GOD is a miracle worker..
I know this first hand..
Seen amazing amazing things the eyes can't believe and the ears can not hear..
Faith! And saved by grace!
Through the Lord alone and not through religion.
God measures our hearts
I was recently diagnosed with stage 2a and thank God, no chemo. They did a sigmoid/rectum resection also.
Eat healthy, Akaline, organic food, vegetable, fruits, no junk, sugar, process food, alcohol they say. 😮
@@Midwest..I wouldn’t say diet necessarily prevents colorectal cancer. I’ve seen plenty of vegans and vegetarians who have been diagnosed with cancer. The correlation between sugar consumption and causing cancer hasn’t been proven either. Certainly some diets in general are healthier than others. So eating well is good for many reasons.
I also have colon cancer that spread to the lymph nodes. Our treatment couldn’t be more different (except for the oxaliplatin. Isn’t it just a dream? NOT!). The first time I went to the ER, the first thing they did was a CT scan. ER doctor told me there was evidence of a mass in my ascending colon, and that it was most likely cancer. The next day I had a colonoscopy where some polyps were removed and a biopsy of the tumor was done. Three days later it was confirmed to be cancer. I saw a colorectal surgeon a couple weeks later and then had my surgery a couple weeks after that. They removed the ascending colon where the tumor was located as well as 19 lymph nodes. I also did not need an ostomy, but I did have the dreaded drainage tube in my upper abdomen. I hated that thing. I was discharged on my 4th day. I was told that I would start chemo roughly 4 weeks post surgery. I went to an oncologist who said I would need 6 months of chemo for a total of 12 treatments. I also got port-a-cath surgically inserted. I am usually at the clinic for at least 5 hours and then I have another chemo bag that goes home with in a portable IV machine. It is a 46 hour drip. I go back to the clinic after 2 days and have it removed. My cancer was staged a 3 because it had not metastasized to my liver or lungs. I have been given a very good prognosis of being cancer free after 5 years of no reoccurrence. Unlike you, I am not able to work because of the ever-present fatigue and I have terrible chemo fog that really affects my memory. I am so glad you are doing well!! It just surprises me how different our treatment plans are. I guess everybody’s body is different and reacts to things in different ways. Oh yeah, before I forget, about 3 weeks ago I was once again admitted for abdominal pain that ended up being a blood clot. So, listen to your body, as if you didn’t already know to do that! Good luck to you, and I apologize for such a long post. You can delete it if you want. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!
Never give up! You are an inspiration! I am celebrating 2 years beating a Terminal Illness. Greatest day when Hospice told me i am no longer Terminal. I had to learn how to walk and talk again. I also returned to the Fire Service as a Batt Chief. Yes, i get anxiety, still hurt, but i go on. Celebrating 35 years with my wife this year. My brothers and sisters Firefighters, Law Enforcement, Emt and medics all helped me through! Stay strong brother!
That’s great to hear, Chief. The fire service is an amazing family. Thank you for the inspiration. ❤
Wow amazing story sir! 🫡
Thanks for recognizing anxiety and mental health. I struggle and recently diagnosed bipolar. Doctors in the past treated me deplorable. It's an awful feeling. So I understand that side. I try to manage it on a daily. Less overwhelming. I pray for your strength and health 🙏
I’m surprised they didn’t just direct transport to a hospital to do a colon resection when they saw it. I’ve worked in many level one trauma OR’s and seen that many a time. Looking well and praying for your complete recovery. I’m a nurse and I’m telling you GOD does give us miracles. Believe it. Been doing this for 37 years and have seen things that my scientific medical mind cannot explain….. Support systems around you are critical.
I want to like this a 1000 times. It’s true God is still performing miracles! God Bless everyone.
Thank you, so much for sharing your story. Hearing your story definitely means a lot to others. It’s hard to talk about it, I get it, but by doing so is very much appreciated. Wishing you the very best in your recovery. From one German to another…You’ve got this!!!
2 times cancer survivor here, have faith and stay positive, do your best to fight, and get the rest in God hands, God Bless you and your family, and God Bless all the cancer patients 🙏🙏praying your speedy recovery🙏🙏
What a struggle. Thank you for the courage to post this
Thank you for sharing your story. As a two time cancer survivor I can totally relate with your story. As people with cancer we need to stick together and pick each other up when those difficult times happen. In the meantime, God Bless and continue to pray and stay strong…
Lord, please help this man recover!
You’re a lovely man with a courageous spirit & awesome personality. You’re doing great & I know you’ll keep fighting, all with the support of your beloved family behind you. Thanks for sharing your story. It’s so important that people learn to recognise early signs of potential cancer. Much love & happiness to you all! 💕
You are a fighter. I wish you well and can have a good recovery.
So sorry. Right attitude for sure. Innately tough ! Genetics prepared me in my 20s. A little bit. God speed 🫶🏻🙏🙏🙏💪🏻
Scanxiety is definitely real prayers to you n your family! Kick cancers butt! Your are a warrior and brave strong as well! It will be a year in October cancer free and it's all still so scary and definitely be an advocate for yourself ❤
Make sure they do regular abdominal scans on the surrounding organs such as your pancreas at least every 6 months now. The fact you had a rupture can seed the cancer cells in other locations and because most of the colon cancers grow slowly... it takes awhile to show up.
Liver also
I had stage 3c rectal sigmoid cancer. All of my ct scans have covered chest, abdomen and pelvis. That seems to be the standard of care. But he should confirm that.
@@roch145 My mother was an older senior and slipped through the cracks. I assumed they were giving her follow up scans but they were not. Information was not moving well between the specialists which seems to be a very common occurrence anymore. Just letting everyone know the importance of follow up scans when there has been an intestinal rupture.
@@christinegreywolf that makes sense. Communication is one of the most significant problems in healthcare. Patient to physician as well physician to physician.
❤thank you. Did not know this
I am happy for you. You're a survivor!! I understand. I have the same symptoms as you do, incl the scratchy throat. This will be my second bout with cancer. God Bless you. Peace....
Stay strong..
Stay positive.
Thank you for your story- I pray you come through with total healing! Keep the faith! You have encouraged all that listens to this,🙏🏾
You’re gonna be fine. Hang in there. I’ll pray for you. Jesus loves you. You’re doing great!❤
Prayers for you and all cancer patients lifted above to God ❤️
Im praying for you Nick. You are a hero to your family, a hero in your working life, a hero to all of the people who watch this.
I know you wont give up, and I know you can survive this. It sounds strange, but I love you, and may God bless you and your beautiful family always.
Giving up isn't an option. Thank you for the kind words.
Good luck. Take it one day at a time❤
I’m a colorectal survivor of 12 years, stage 3a. Two months of radiology and six months of chemotherapy. Nine months on oral chemo medication. Although I don’t have a rectum, life still goes on. Be positive and get well soon.🙏🏻
Thank you for sharing your experience with cancer. I'm going in for a sigmoidoscopy in a little less than a month per doc orders. Symptoms you shared prior to your diagnosis are similar to what I've experienced. I hold a sort of "hope stone" in my head. But knowing that I must work with my doctors and advocate for myself, is excellent preparation to learn what-in-the-heck is going on in my intestines and digestion in general.
I hope and trust that you and your doctors and family and friends will create quality and quantity of life for a good long time for yourself. Thank you, again for putting yourself out there and helping others.
Thank you for making this very important video. You are helping so many people. God bless you and continued prayers for your health.
Prayers for you Nick🙏
GOD BLESS U & YOUR FAMILY ❣️ THANK U 4 SHARING YOUR JOURNEY ❣️ I'M SCARED AND DON'T BELIEVE I HAVE A SUPPORT SYSTEM !!! GOD BLESS ❣️
Thank you for sharing your story. You are included in my prayers. Your strength is inspiring and admirable!
Diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer in 2016. Six weeks of radiation followed by surgery, followed by 12 chemotherapy treatments. Radiation and surgery weren’t bad. Chemotherapy sucked. Highly recommend getting a port for the infusions. Doing great in 2024.
I absolutely love having my port. Had it from the beginning, 20 months now.
You got this brother! Great support from your family & health care team
Totally understand your story as I am in remission 10 years same diagnosis.
Stay strong Stay Blessed!
Thank you for your story sir, my dad passed away from Colon Cancer in 1986, they didnt have as much as they do today as far as more advanced Chemos etc., I just also lost my best friend to a Cancer in Jan. 2024, she told me the same thing you said about the cold drinks, that it felt like chared glass in her throat. I cant imagine all you have been through, you seem very strong. I am very sorry for all you have been through, major prayers here for you always. I hope you do well for a very long time. Live your best life with your family. I wish you well 😊😊😊❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I had stage 2 breast cancer. Chemo. Radiation. Lumpectomy. About 2 years time over time. It was very traumatic for me. I hated every minute of it. But I'm grateful to God that I'm on my way to 10 years cancer free!
What an inspirational guy stay strong I'm rooting for you true hero
I was diagnosed with stage 3C rectal cancer in January 2024. I had two infusions of chemotherapy with Folfox two weeks apart beginning in March, than switched over to immunotherapy using Keytruda three weeks apart beginning in April. My tumor markers were 13.58 CEA and 31.0 CA when we first began in March and both dropped dramatically by mid May. Both numbers began to rise some and again started dropping once again in mid June. My second PET scan six months after the first showed the tumor has grown a tiny amount in two places and shrunk a tiny bit in one area. My tumor was initially described to me as a mismatched tumor and immunotheapy was the cancer treatment of choice for my type of cancer.
❤no surgery?
Check out Joe Tippins protocol
Best wishes to you in your battle. Immunotherapy has come a long way in its effectiveness and research continues to find new tools in the fight against cancer.
Change in bowel habits and blood in stools is common bowel cancer symptoms - wish you well
Thank you for sharing your story. My son was diagnosed with stage 3 pancreatic cancer last month. He's fighting hard too. ❤
Wishing you the best of health!
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Sending Prayers to you!
Thanks for sharing your story. Stay strong and positive while you live your best life! Best of luck with your healing! 🙏🙏🙏
Sending you love and light and calming thoughts ✨🌹✨
Good luck man wishing you and your family all the very best.
It like my dad, he was 48 also. Now I'm turning 41 this month and I'm getting a colonoscopy this year, I know better than to wait.
Exactly, Terry! I really wish people would understand how important it is to make drastic changes to one’s lifestyle, especially with colon cancer. I def wouldn’t be drinking Coca Cola.
Why no Coca Cola ???
❤❤thank you. I'm so glad I read this beautiful comment. It's not Genes..virus and toxins-(. I lost my husband of many years..he was 58-(. I watch his cravings....eggs, red meat and a lot of bad sugar. Not honey and fruit. ❤❤ xo and stay healthy.
Our food today is so heavy processed as well..even tofu. Fruits greens vegetables. Whole Foods ❤
@@thegmom7812❤😂❤ really?
@@terrybartick1754 Maybe she really doesn’t know. Have some grace. Take the time to educate and possibly save lives.
Praying for your healing and thanking u for your service as a paramedic.
Good luck bud, I can relate, Ive been fighting this since 1989..
Well done Video Nick. I have a slightly different story, but still similar… I felt perfect when they accidentally discovered stage were cancer with an MRI and PET scan for a simple hernia surgery. A long story/journey but 16 months later, I am cancer free, although tremendous side effects, including an ileostomy, pubic catheter, neuropathy, and massive swelling that the doctors are unable to solve. But even with all those issues, it sure beats the alternative. I live a little over an hour away from you if you ever want to talk Or meet, if you need an understanding ear or simply want “cancer buddy“. Jim.
You got this. Praying for everyone who is suffering from this disease.!
Prayers for you and your family. My mom had colon cancer and I know the procedure and treatments are taxing.
Grandma has been battling it for 2 years. Long journey. Lots of prayers for you❤ (grandma also had a lot of acid reflux but refused a colonoscopy… diagnosed at stage 3, 2 years later)
Thank you! I love how straightforward and knowledgeable you are. Your advice is doable and practical. I wish you all the best.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. Your honesty about everything, and with such a positive attitude and outlook is remarkable and applaudable. I do draw courage from your story. I was recently diagnosed with colon cancer, and am having an operation very shortly - it’s a start of the journey of what is to become. So your story, and others with the same, help so very much. I’m grateful for you for that and wish you all the luck, healthy and speedy recovery, and all the love in your life. ❤
Thank you for this video. May God bless and heal you🙏🏼
Keep fighting sir, warrior!
Blessing to you my friend. God speed on your recovery! 🙏
Wow your fire fighter bosses knew your appearance well enough to see your appearance had changed so much whilst on the job to send you off sight to hospital!! Wishing you a full recovery. 🙏🙏🙏
You are a very brave person. I wish you prayers on your journey in getting better with God's help. ❤
I wish you all the best in the world Nick. Keep looking forward and have a great outcome. I'm 68 years old and this is my second bout with cancer. The first time, I was terminally I'll with stage 4 Melanoma in the lymph nodes and was told I had only a few months to live. That was ten years ago!! Now I have advanced Colon cancer and I'm heading to surgery the 19th of this month 8/19/2024. Good luck to you as I wish you well!!
Thank you for the kind words. Best wishes to you as well! ❤