I’m 48 years old now but I found out my mother had colon cancer when I was 15, she was 44 when we found out she had a tumor in the colon. She had lost a lot of weight by then and she passed on at 45, 4 months later. I want to give you such a big hug and wish you didn’t have to go through this. You are a warrior of a person and I also commend you speaking out and encouraging people that may be going through the black hole of getting diagnosed or having symptoms to speak up and demand the proper care and advocate for the own health since at this point we have so many doctors that are in this business to just make money and not try harder for their patient. I’m so glad you found an oncologist that actually cares for her patients and thinks ahead
I am getting my colon cancer symptoms checked very soon. What worries me is dying before my parents. I'm not terrified of dying cause I had a near death experience 5 years ago. God was with me and told me not to worry. He loves us and will be there when we go.
Im 40 yrs old and just had my colonoscopy today in the Philippines, my symptoms were constipation with rock hard poop and blood, I had to get colonoscopy for my peace of mind coz Ive been diagnose with depression and I have chronic insomnia. It was just 20 to 30 mins procedure and I don’t even remember anything until the doctor woke me up and said I have good news for you we didn’t find any polyps you don’t have cancer! its was such a relief, don’t be afraid to get colonoscopy, maybe ill have my self check again after 8-10 yrs.
was the blood dripping? mine was just a hard poop and at the end of it came a drippings of blood. I seem to okay the day after. i just thought its hemorrhoids coz i ate spicy for two nights.
Amy, you are wonderful! Your natural intelligence has so much to do with your approach to your cancer. Others might have sat back and let doctors dictate your future, but you did not. Good for you for being such a brainy and intuitive person.
I'm so sorry that you've had to go through all of this. You've been a very proactive patient and I think that's the best thing a cancer patient can do. BTW, I'm a 32 year survivor of cancer and being proactive and dumping my primary care doctor is why im alive today. Sending hugs and hope your way.
My mum died of bowel cancer, so my siblings and I have been able to get regular testing since we were mid 30s. Thankfully we are all clear, but it’s good to keep up with regular colonoscopy’s etc. Thank you for sharing your story. It certainly could save someone’s life.
Amy, I’m sending healing vibes.I’m glad you speak up and don’t just blindly trust the doctors opinions. I hope you beat this horrific cancer. Sending lots of Aloha from Honolulu.🌺❤️
Yes. I was my late wife's advocate and caregiver when she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer before the age of 40. I had/have some cancer research experience, but more importantly, we had an incredible oncologist! Super knowledgeable, a leader in his field, and remained proactive until the end. Find supportive advocates! Find good, proactive oncologists! These physicians are frequently playing a guessing game and the the range of expertise among them is huge.
I’m so sorry do hear this. Cancer f$&@ing suck!! As I listened to your story and hearing your CEA went up, that’s a red flag. My husband is fighting stage 4…has a tumor removed, then HIPEC and now he has small mets (tumors) on his lungs. He still works full time and scenic, although not at thr high level he used to. His goal is to be here to see our son graduate high school In 6 months. He is a fighter…I believe he will make it. When he isn’t on chemo, he looks perfectly healthy…which is such a strange thing for friends and family to understand. Keep fighting…you are young (he is 53). It just sucks completely…I hope the immunotherapy continues to work. Big hugs to you!! Thank you for sharing your story.
Amy, it felt like we were having a conversation. Your story is inspiring and you are a natural advocate for your own health. Thank you for sharing your story. I wish you all the good health and happy days in the future. You are a Warrior.
So glad you went with your intuition and got a better onco. Praying for your recovery. They do wonders these days. Keep up the good fight and be blessed.
I am so sorry for this poor girl who went through all of this!! You have to fight for yourself/loved ones like she did it the doctors will ignore you!!!! Thank you for sharing your story, it's a heads up for everybody!!!
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences. Informing others is a great gift to give and could make a positive difference to others going through something similar. All the best to you. Sending you healing prayers for a full recovery. ❤
Thank you so much for this information. It’s scary that your symptom was so mild and would for most people have not spurred them on to investigate further. Your oncologist sounds excellent. I wish you all the best, and I hope you get on clinical trials and are helped greatly.
These conditions/symptoms works so crazy. I’ve seen so many people that has far worse symptoms bleeding, terrible pain, diarrhea, losing weight etc and a colonoscopy was clear then this young woman had a minor change in stool consistency and ends up with CC. So sorry.
Thank you for sharing your story. Your an inspiration to those who are on a cancer journey with you. I hope your in remission and feeling better. 6/16/24
Amy, you told a clear story of your health issues very well. So glad you dropped that oncologist with the 20% detail😠. Wishing you progressively good health 🌷🌷🌷
Oh no I’m so sorry you waited so long …. I really hope you’re doing ok … I’ve had cancer before I went to my doctors to ask about some changes in my bust he said it was nothing to worry about … luckily the hospital had kept me on and I still saw them 6 monthly … when I went they didn’t even wait for test results they told me my cancer was back and spread to my skin …. My own doctor had said it was nothing always push for all the test and if anybody thinks there is something wrong please don’t let them say your ok before having proper scans ❤❤
Good call switching oncologists. I've gone from doctor to doctor to find the right one - I don't have cancer but have a swallowing dysfunction and got my diagnosis of EoE when I sought a second opinion. I have gotten worse but I've at least found doctors that are on my side. Keep fighting - you are an inspiration! I teared up a bit listening to your story.
My Mom died of colon cancer that spread to her liver in 1977. She was 39. When she went her doctor about the blood in her stool he told her it was hemorrhoids. That was so long ago, I’m sure there is better treatment now than then.
This was exactly what my mother was told. She had a colonoscopy and was told it was just hemorrhoids. A year later she came to NY and had lost weight she couldn’t work. It took a week to find out what it was. They originally thought it was kidney stones first. Then found the tumor in her colon but by this time it had spread to the liver. She only could handle 2 sessions of chemo and was sent to hospice care We found out in August and passed in Dec
@@colleb95 that might be, she made me look one time and it was dark blood clots, like period clots, but on her stool. I was still living at home. 17 years old. She had to change doctors to be diagnosed.
Yes, there is better treatment but it’s harder to get that treatment now because they dismiss you so much especially if you’re younger. I’ve been fighting for two years to try to get answers and I finally have a round of doctors that I feel like will give me those answers, because all the rest of them would say oh you’re young you’re healthy. It has definitely been a very tough journey so far.
Oh no I’m so sorry you waited so long …. I really hope you’re doing ok … I’ve had cancer before I went to my doctors to ask about some changes in my bust he said it was nothing to worry about … luckily the hospital had kept me on and I still saw them 6 monthly … when I went they didn’t even wait for test results they told me my cancer was back and spread to my skin …. My own doctor had said it was nothing always push for all the test and if anybody thinks there is something wrong please don’t let them say your ok before having proper scans ❤❤ and disgusting that a doctor can be so desensitised he may be right but there is no need to tell people in a caring kind way ….. ❤💕😢
Thanks, Amy. I'm just now getting ready for more tests. Was initially referred to GI at Swedish, but asked for UW/Hutch referral. You confirmed I don't want to switch things up. (This would not be my first adventure with cancer. 😐)
Have been blown off many times for serious conditions but one time a doc said I wasnt worth it and and another said I didnt have much time left anyway when I was Average adult approaching mid age. Both out of context, what is that supposed to mean? If you don't want to medically treat people go back to school and become an accountant.
They are only giving you information based on the statistics of your condition. If you desire false hope and lies, perhaps you should seek out some version of religious mythology. 😳
I am 28 yrs now and for the past few days, I was having chronic back pain, pencil stool , diarrhea soon after my each meal, constipation and definitely blood in stool. Without wasting any time, I went for both colonoscopy and endoscopy. They found one small polyp,and nothing else. No signs of cancer and I was so relieved. May be it was because of my work, my night shifts, my weird eating and sleeping schedules. So I am now focusing on myself with a proper diet,sleeping on time, no night shifts, and my body is healing .get yourself checked if you find any symptoms.
Universal energy coming your way. I travel to the west side to be seen at the UofW Medical Center for diffuse system scleroderma (autoimmune) and multiple myeloma. You are in great hands. Both of my diseases are not curable. Did any dr offer Gabapentin to you, this helps neuropathy. I have been on it for 6 yrs to help w/ mine. So glad you went back to your 2nd opinion dr. You are doing an incredible job dealing with all that you are.
I worry about this … I haven’t been able to get a colonoscopy since they require you to have someone accompany you. Unfortunately I have no family or close friends in my new town 😕
Discuss it with the doctor and staff to see if there is a solution to your problem. Perhaps if you stay longer in recovery and let most of the sedation wear off and then you can take an Uber or a taxi home. Or is there a hospital volunteer that can accompany you? Can you hire a caregiver for a few hours? Get them to help you figure it out. You need your colonoscopy!
Here in Spokane Wa you are required to have a friend or relative provide transportation, no cab or the like. My husband passed away a year ago from colon cancer & I was due for a colonoscopy, finally got a driver & am OK but it's a challenge to find help, keep reaching out.
I have had symptoms of abdominal aches for 10 weeks now.. My stool looks weird..smeels weird.. Signs of indigestion. I have even had backpain for 6 weeks. I have lost some weight and i remember having more frequent diarrea since last summer. I normally do not check my weight.. but it was a pair of pants i got on my birthday on the 8 of march that kind of said,, who,, whats up... I lost around 10 pounds in say 9 months of so would be my guess. Bloodwork looked good. As I got very anxious about these symtoms I got ordered som anxiety and antidepreesants which helped my anxiety. But my symptoms have not changed I have had a CT scan of my abdomen and thorax. No increse in lymphnode size , nothing on pancreas (my number one concern), a small cyste on the bottom of my left kidney and a small cyst on the liver.. But the doctor who looked at my scan wrote in the remission to my doctor that there was no signs of malignices. But they could not say anything about my intestines and colon. If I have cancer it is definately stage 4 and spreading to other parts... Will call the doctors office monday. Doctors are far to reliant on blood work.. Cancer is sneaky... but my doctor did not reorder a stoll test for calprotectin which got lost or could ot be used the first time.. I am not sure my doctor has ordered a FOB test for my stook,, Hidden blood.
I am also curious about your results. I hope its just something innocent. What maybe can help is to use like a food logbook. So maybe you can relate if you ate A will this result in good stool or bad stool. What also can help is to use the barstool chart so you can see which number of stool you have. Which for a doctor is also need to have data. Also write down how many times a day you poop. I hope this information helps :)
If your stools are pale, don't freak out,if you have no gallbladder, it could be no bile is getting into the intestines. White stools are serious. See Dr. immediately, though, as asked for endoscope and colonoscopy. It should start at 40 ,if CC runs in the family, then earlier.
Colon cancer can happen without prior symptoms as it did for my wife on Valentine's Day 2013 when she woke me up in the middle of the night and told me that she had excruciating pain in her abdomen. We went to our local hospital's ER where they did a CT scan, found a mass in her pelvis, and transferred her to another hospital for surgery. By the end of that day they had removed a tumor at her ileocecal valve and did a double barrel shotgun resection. It was stage 3b and she started FOLFOX chemo soon afterward and stayed on it for 6 months except that she stopped the platinum drug after 4 months due to increasing neuropathy. CT scans were negative for years afterward and eventually stopped. She still has the neuropathy in her toes but no other issues. Reply
Hi, I have stage 4 rectal cancer. My dr said immunotherapy doesn't work for genetic mutation, mss only msi. If you feel comfortable, can you share what yokes is fir this clinical trial.
Might want to get another opinion. See the Patient Story: What is MY Cancer Risk? Lynch Syndrome explained. The doctor says immunotherapy working for this genetic mutation cancer.
I believe there are several reasons. Definitely diet. Too much fast food and seed oils. Not enough home cooked meals with whole foods. Our food is saturated with herbicides and pesticides.
This this …..infuriates me for many reasons however the number of human beings that lost their lives due to that pandemic is unacceptable .. and Hospitals that cancelled life saving procedures each and everyone of them should be held responsible.. As I said time n time again “ Your a Hospital and Hospitals are for the sick thats why we’re here we’re sick “!! I can’t tell if how many times I had a say this !! God Bless You and your family..🙏🙏🙏
Remember that hospitals were being filled to capacity by very ill or dying COVID patients. And a sizable proportion of our population refused to even mask or not isolate or wash hands; many people didn’t believe that COVID was even deadly. And doctors thought that Ms. Nicole was not seriously ill, so they triaged her in favor of more obviously sick patients. It’s terrible that those with cancer were often overlooked, but I wouldn’t blame hospitals. I’m no medical professional, btw, and I was a breast cancer patient, many years prior to COVID.
@Ceerads I am a medical professional, and you are correct! Working in a hospital during covid19 was like working in a hospital on the front line of a war. It was a war zone! NOT enough supplies, equipment, medications or staff. We were flying by the seat of our pants, and unfortunately, many, many people did not receive the treatment they needed like they would have if it had not been the pandemic. It was a horrible time!
@@cerorchid cancer surgery is an elective surgery. I am a cancer patient in Melbourne, Australia. My cancer spread and became incurable because of our harsh long lockdowns. 😢
No one wants chemo! If a matter of life or death, do the damn chemo. For some cancers they do chemo first and radiation later. Mine was the other way around. I lucked out and didn't need chemo (Stage I breast cancer). If I would in the future though, I would bite the bullet and do it. For some cancers they operate first and for others they operate last, after shrinkage.
It wasn't the insurance. It was because it was COVID times. They put a lot of ppl off that were not high priority due to the capacity issues and fear if passing
Cancer Antigen test. It a test that measure the levels of spiked protein in the blood. Spiked protein is usually an indicator of cancer being present. The higher the number the more advanced or progressed the disease is.
CA stands for Cancer Antigen which is a blood test (marker) to detect the presence of spike protein in the blood. Elevated spike proteins are an indicator cancer is present. The higher the number the more advanced the cancer is (metastasized).
@@nano2424 you can but most doctors won’t order it by default. Meaning, unless they have a good/just reason to order it to be done. I’ve had 3 done to date and they all have been elevated beyond normal levels. The normal level is less that 35. My first result was 104, my second results was 83 and my most recent one was 100. It is believed my numbers were/are elevated because I have fibroids. Ovarian and cervical cancer was ruled out by a transvaginal ultrasound and a normal Pap smear results. The edit: the reason my gyn ordered the blood test for me because I was having severe pelvic and abnormal pains.
I think for them to not give u a colonoscopy for a year was wrong. I know you are going thru a lot but u might consider getting a lawyer because a colonoscopy should not take a year to get an appt. , even during the pandemic.I am so sorry that you are going through this, i was just diagnosed with diverticulitis and i am going to be getting my first colonoscopy soon and i am slightly afraid but know it is necessary. I will put you in my prayers.
Each person is different I get mad if they don’t tell me the stats and be honest. I feel for you this guy was not for you but this person would be for me
@@annapoornafoodcourt335 everything is good thanks god Found two small polyps(not something serious fortunately) they removed my polyps and found a few hemorrhoids this is why i have blood
It's a good question! Colon cancer is majorly on the up in the younger age cohort and they don't know why. Definitely not something you don't have to think about until you're over 50
What is going on w America’s women, why are they coming down w terminal cancer in alarming rates. Is it excessive soy? Is it the pill? Is it the Covid shot? Something must be done to get to the bottom of this crisis
@@alphaomega1351 You've obviously haven't heard about metabolic approach to cancer. And you know nothing about Dr.Thomas Seyfried's work. But sure, don't let your ignorance stop you.
I barely noticed it. Dogs gonna bark when they want to bark. My daughter's miniature schnauzer is almost the perfect dog. Sweet and playful and does well with the baby. However, when someone (especially if it's me) comes in the door, she literally squeals and keeps squealing, and it is ear-splitting. We're working on reducing that with limited success. It's awful but she is otherwise just the best.
Cancer Antigen test. It a test that measure the levels of spiked protein in the blood. Spiked protein is usually an indicator of cancer being present. The higher the number the more advanced or progressed the disease is.
I’m 48 years old now but I found out my mother had colon cancer when I was 15, she was 44 when we found out she had a tumor in the colon. She had lost a lot of weight by then and she passed on at 45, 4 months later. I want to give you such a big hug and wish you didn’t have to go through this. You are a warrior of a person and I also commend you speaking out and encouraging people that may be going through the black hole of getting diagnosed or having symptoms to speak up and demand the proper care and advocate for the own health since at this point we have so many doctors that are in this business to just make money and not try harder for their patient. I’m so glad you found an oncologist that actually cares for her patients and thinks ahead
Boy, you really had to fight for yourself...good for you for not backing down!
Stage 3 colan cancer survival, only had 4 treatments instead of 6 immunotherapy, no cancer cells found after op, praise God for this treatment,
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I’d be praising science, medicine and your Doctors. Not a fictional character.
@@andysmith6218what a ridiculous comment 🙄
@@andysmith6218we thank GOD for our doctors, nurses and medicine
@@SheldeSouza the truth though.
I am getting my colon cancer symptoms checked very soon. What worries me is dying before my parents. I'm not terrified of dying cause I had a near death experience 5 years ago. God was with me and told me not to worry. He loves us and will be there when we go.
So sorry , what are your symptoms??
Im 40 yrs old and just had my colonoscopy today in the Philippines, my symptoms were constipation with rock hard poop and blood, I had to get colonoscopy for my peace of mind coz Ive been diagnose with depression and I have chronic insomnia. It was just 20 to 30 mins procedure and I don’t even remember anything until the doctor woke me up and said I have good news for you we didn’t find any polyps you don’t have cancer! its was such a relief, don’t be afraid to get colonoscopy, maybe ill have my self check again after 8-10 yrs.
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Hemorrhoids.
@@chrislapp9468 no i dont have hemorrhoids its just normal when you have hard stool it can tear skin on your anus which cause bleeding.
@@WishZyrus It’s called an anal fissure
was the blood dripping? mine was just a hard poop and at the end of it came a drippings of blood. I seem to okay the day after. i just thought its hemorrhoids coz i ate spicy for two nights.
Amy, you are wonderful! Your natural intelligence has so much to do with your approach to your cancer. Others might have sat back and let doctors dictate your future, but you did not. Good for you for being such a brainy and intuitive person.
I'm so sorry that you've had to go through all of this. You've been a very proactive patient and I think that's the best thing a cancer patient can do. BTW, I'm a 32 year survivor of cancer and being proactive and dumping my primary care doctor is why im alive today. Sending hugs and hope your way.
I am so sorry youve had to endure this. I am praying for your recovery.
Hello Amy, keep fighting sweetie, good luck to you, prayers, love and hugs to you xxxx
My mum died of bowel cancer, so my siblings and I have been able to get regular testing since we were mid 30s. Thankfully we are all clear, but it’s good to keep up with regular colonoscopy’s etc.
Thank you for sharing your story. It certainly could save someone’s life.
I'm so sorry for you
Did she had Symptoms?
Amy, I’m sending healing vibes.I’m glad you speak up and don’t just blindly trust the doctors opinions. I hope you beat this horrific cancer. Sending lots of Aloha from Honolulu.🌺❤️
Yes. I was my late wife's advocate and caregiver when she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer before the age of 40. I had/have some cancer research experience, but more importantly, we had an incredible oncologist! Super knowledgeable, a leader in his field, and remained proactive until the end. Find supportive advocates! Find good, proactive oncologists! These physicians are frequently playing a guessing game and the the range of expertise among them is huge.
I’m so sorry do hear this. Cancer f$&@ing suck!!
As I listened to your story and hearing your CEA went up, that’s a red flag. My husband is fighting stage 4…has a tumor removed, then HIPEC and now he has small mets (tumors) on his lungs. He still works full time and scenic, although not at thr high level he used to. His goal is to be here to see our son graduate high school
In 6 months. He is a fighter…I believe he will make it. When he isn’t on chemo, he looks perfectly healthy…which is such a strange thing for friends and family to understand. Keep fighting…you are young (he is 53). It just sucks completely…I hope the immunotherapy continues to work. Big hugs to you!! Thank you for sharing your story.
Amy, it felt like we were having a conversation. Your story is inspiring and you are a natural advocate for your own health. Thank you for sharing your story. I wish you all the good health and happy days in the future. You are a Warrior.
I wish you a full recovery and a long and healthy life young lady.
So glad you went with your intuition and got a better onco. Praying for your recovery. They do wonders these days. Keep up the good fight and be blessed.
Great interview. I hope she continues to do well and have fun loving life.❤
So sorry for your issues w different Doctors etc. Keep fighting for yourself!
She is an amazing advocate for herself!
I am so glad she is and is able to share with others.
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You are a fighter and you found a great doctor to match your courage and strength. ❤
I'm so proud of your second onc for thinking ahead and putting you on the trial waitlists.
Your attitude rock!! I love you sweet lady. Thank you for sharing your story. YOU GOT THIS! ❤️❤️🙏
God be with you sweet lady. You have a great attitude about things. I pray you experience healing in your body. 💖🙏
Amazing job on advocating for yourself. Your message will save lives. Thank you and praying you continue getting positive news because you deserve it.
I am so sorry for this poor girl who went through all of this!! You have to fight for yourself/loved ones like she did it the doctors will ignore you!!!! Thank you for sharing your story, it's a heads up for everybody!!!
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences. Informing others is a great gift to give and could make a positive difference to others going through something similar. All the best to you. Sending you healing prayers for a full recovery. ❤
Very wise woman!
Thank you so much for sharing and helping others ❤
Thank you so much for this information. It’s scary that your symptom was so mild and would for most people have not spurred them on to investigate further. Your oncologist sounds excellent. I wish you all the best, and I hope you get on clinical trials and are helped greatly.
These conditions/symptoms works so crazy. I’ve seen so many people that has far worse symptoms bleeding, terrible pain, diarrhea, losing weight etc and a colonoscopy was clear then this young woman had a minor change in stool consistency and ends up with CC. So sorry.
Thank you for sharing your story. Your an inspiration to those who are on a cancer journey with you. I hope your in remission and feeling better. 6/16/24
God Bless you Amy!!
Amy, you told a clear story of your health issues very well. So glad you dropped that oncologist with the 20% detail😠.
Wishing you progressively good health 🌷🌷🌷
Excellent advice! ❤
Oh no I’m so sorry you waited so long …. I really hope you’re doing ok … I’ve had cancer before I went to my doctors to ask about some changes in my bust he said it was nothing to worry about … luckily the hospital had kept me on and I still saw them 6 monthly … when I went they didn’t even wait for test results they told me my cancer was back and spread to my skin …. My own doctor had said it was nothing always push for all the test and if anybody thinks there is something wrong please don’t let them say your ok before having proper scans ❤❤
Good call switching oncologists. I've gone from doctor to doctor to find the right one - I don't have cancer but have a swallowing dysfunction and got my diagnosis of EoE when I sought a second opinion. I have gotten worse but I've at least found doctors that are on my side. Keep fighting - you are an inspiration! I teared up a bit listening to your story.
I send you love and my very best wishes xxx
God bless you. ❤
With cancer ♋️? See how foolish your statement is. You should be embarrassed. 😳
With what? A deadly disease? Yeah, that makes sense. Smh! 😳
@@alphaomega1351: That is very cruel 😢
My Mom died of colon cancer that spread to her liver in 1977. She was 39. When she went her doctor about the blood in her stool he told her it was hemorrhoids. That was so long ago, I’m sure there is better treatment now than then.
I am sorry
This was exactly what my mother was told. She had a colonoscopy and was told it was just hemorrhoids. A year later she came to NY and had lost weight she couldn’t work. It took a week to find out what it was. They originally thought it was kidney stones first. Then found the tumor in her colon but by this time it had spread to the liver. She only could handle 2 sessions of chemo and was sent to hospice care We found out in August and passed in Dec
Depends on the color where It can originate.
@@colleb95 that might be, she made me look one time and it was dark blood clots, like period clots, but on her stool. I was still living at home. 17 years old. She had to change doctors to be diagnosed.
Yes, there is better treatment but it’s harder to get that treatment now because they dismiss you so much especially if you’re younger. I’ve been fighting for two years to try to get answers and I finally have a round of doctors that I feel like will give me those answers, because all the rest of them would say oh you’re young you’re healthy. It has definitely been a very tough journey so far.
Thankyou for sharing Amy.
Oh no I’m so sorry you waited so long …. I really hope you’re doing ok … I’ve had cancer before I went to my doctors to ask about some changes in my bust he said it was nothing to worry about … luckily the hospital had kept me on and I still saw them 6 monthly … when I went they didn’t even wait for test results they told me my cancer was back and spread to my skin …. My own doctor had said it was nothing always push for all the test and if anybody thinks there is something wrong please don’t let them say your ok before having proper scans ❤❤ and disgusting that a doctor can be so desensitised he may be right but there is no need to tell people in a caring kind way ….. ❤💕😢
Prayers help for healing and peace and comfort. God is Good❤
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I feel for you my dear hanging there
Thanks, Amy. I'm just now getting ready for more tests. Was initially referred to GI at Swedish, but asked for UW/Hutch referral. You confirmed I don't want to switch things up. (This would not be my first adventure with cancer. 😐)
Best of luck to you!
Have been blown off many times for serious conditions but one time a doc said I wasnt worth it and and another said I didnt have much time left anyway when I was
Average adult approaching mid age.
Both out of context, what is that supposed to mean?
If you don't want to medically treat people go back to school and become an accountant.
They are only giving you information based on the statistics of your condition.
If you desire false hope and lies, perhaps you should seek out some version of religious mythology. 😳
@@alphaomega1351 Being turned away for routine age appropriate routine tests is subjective discrimination and denial of treatment.
@@myobmyob2215ignore this person, I've seen other disparaging remarks on other comments, obviously a troll
I am going to my Doc today. Have IBS but, there is a change in my stool and bloated. Sending prayers to you. 🙏🙏🙏
@@catlynnearkin8825what is the result
I am 28 yrs now and for the past few days, I was having chronic back pain, pencil stool , diarrhea soon after my each meal, constipation and definitely blood in stool. Without wasting any time, I went for both colonoscopy and endoscopy. They found one small polyp,and nothing else. No signs of cancer and I was so relieved. May be it was because of my work, my night shifts, my weird eating and sleeping schedules. So I am now focusing on myself with a proper diet,sleeping on time, no night shifts, and my body is healing .get yourself checked if you find any symptoms.
❤ thank you for sharing xXx
Thank you for sharing your sandwich in kindergarten. 😳
@@alphaomega1351what lil bro?
Universal energy coming your way. I travel to the west side to be seen at the UofW Medical Center for diffuse system scleroderma (autoimmune) and multiple myeloma. You are in great hands. Both of my diseases are not curable. Did any dr offer Gabapentin to you, this helps neuropathy. I have been on it for 6 yrs to help w/ mine. So glad you went back to your 2nd opinion dr. You are doing an incredible job dealing with all that you are.
I worry about this … I haven’t been able to get a colonoscopy since they require you to have someone accompany you. Unfortunately I have no family or close friends in my new town 😕
Discuss it with the doctor and staff to see if there is a solution to your problem. Perhaps if you stay longer in recovery and let most of the sedation wear off and then you can take an Uber or a taxi home. Or is there a hospital volunteer that can accompany you? Can you hire a caregiver for a few hours? Get them to help you figure it out. You need your colonoscopy!
A local Charity will help you.
They do not require to have someone with you. You just should not drive a car after it due to the sedation. Just call a cab and that's it.
Here in Spokane Wa you are required to have a friend or relative provide transportation, no cab or the like. My husband passed away a year ago from colon cancer & I was due for a colonoscopy, finally got a driver & am OK but it's a challenge to find help, keep reaching out.
I have had symptoms of abdominal aches for 10 weeks now.. My stool looks weird..smeels weird.. Signs of indigestion. I have even had backpain for 6 weeks. I have lost some weight and i remember having more frequent diarrea since last summer.
I normally do not check my weight.. but it was a pair of pants i got on my birthday on the 8 of march that kind of said,, who,, whats up... I lost around 10 pounds in say 9 months of so would be my guess.
Bloodwork looked good. As I got very anxious about these symtoms I got ordered som anxiety and antidepreesants which helped my anxiety. But my symptoms have not changed
I have had a CT scan of my abdomen and thorax. No increse in lymphnode size , nothing on pancreas (my number one concern), a small cyste on the bottom of my left kidney and a small cyst on the liver.. But the doctor who looked at my scan wrote in the remission to my doctor that there was no signs of malignices. But they could not say anything about my intestines and colon.
If I have cancer it is definately stage 4 and spreading to other parts... Will call the doctors office monday.
Doctors are far to reliant on blood work.. Cancer is sneaky... but my doctor did not reorder a stoll test for calprotectin which got lost or could ot be used the first time.. I am not sure my doctor has ordered a FOB test for my stook,, Hidden blood.
I’m curious about your results. Let us know 🙏🏽
I am also curious about your results. I hope its just something innocent. What maybe can help is to use like a food logbook. So maybe you can relate if you ate A will this result in good stool or bad stool. What also can help is to use the barstool chart so you can see which number of stool you have. Which for a doctor is also need to have data. Also write down how many times a day you poop. I hope this information helps :)
Could be your gallbladder, but check it out.
If your stools are pale, don't freak out,if you have no gallbladder, it could be no bile is getting into the intestines. White stools are serious. See Dr. immediately, though, as asked for endoscope and colonoscopy. It should start at 40 ,if CC runs in the family, then earlier.
@@annabrahamson4320gallbladder sneaky too causes a lot of issues in there as well
Did you lose any weight or put on weight? How were your eating habits, eating more or less? I wish you a speedy recovery...always listen to your gut!
Thank you 🙏 ❤
Colon cancer can happen without prior symptoms as it did for my wife on Valentine's Day 2013 when she woke me up in the middle of the night and told me that she had excruciating pain in her abdomen. We went to our local hospital's ER where they did a CT scan, found a mass in her pelvis, and transferred her to another hospital for surgery. By the end of that day they had removed a tumor at her ileocecal valve and did a double barrel shotgun resection. It was stage 3b and she started FOLFOX chemo soon afterward and stayed on it for 6 months except that she stopped the platinum drug after 4 months due to increasing neuropathy. CT scans were negative for years afterward and eventually stopped. She still has the neuropathy in her toes but no other issues.
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Id be pissed they put you off for a year
They could have caught it sooner and you didn't have to go through all this!
Blessings 🙏
The second oncologist was amazing
Will be fine
No compassion from that oncologist 😢. Show up and be human. I am glad you found someone who treats you like a human.
Very encouraged. How are you doing, now. I’m a Washington girl too
Hi, I have stage 4 rectal cancer. My dr said immunotherapy doesn't work for genetic mutation, mss only msi. If you feel comfortable, can you share what yokes is fir this clinical trial.
Might want to get another opinion. See the Patient Story: What is MY Cancer Risk? Lynch Syndrome explained. The doctor says immunotherapy working for this genetic mutation cancer.
What are some thoughts as to why colon cancer in younger adults has drastically risen ( doubled) since the mid 90's?
Food and stress
@@majahm1373stress?
I believe there are several reasons. Definitely diet. Too much fast food and seed oils. Not enough home cooked meals with whole foods. Our food is saturated with herbicides and pesticides.
Bad eating habits, alcohol, smoking
Immune system . Trying to look at all the different exposures certain age groups had...certain diseases, viruses. Or maybe lack there of.
How are you doing now?
This this …..infuriates me for many reasons however the number of human beings that lost their lives due to that pandemic is unacceptable .. and Hospitals that cancelled life saving procedures each and everyone of them should be held responsible.. As I said time n time again “ Your a Hospital and Hospitals are for the sick thats why we’re here we’re sick “!! I can’t tell if how many times I had a say this !!
God Bless You and your family..🙏🙏🙏
Yep my cancer spread and became incurable because of the pandemic. It was totally unnecessary.
Remember that hospitals were being filled to capacity by very ill or dying COVID patients. And a sizable proportion of our population refused to even mask or not isolate or wash hands; many people didn’t believe that COVID was even deadly. And doctors thought that Ms. Nicole was not seriously ill, so they triaged her in favor of more obviously sick patients. It’s terrible that those with cancer were often overlooked, but I wouldn’t blame hospitals. I’m no medical professional, btw, and I was a breast cancer patient, many years prior to COVID.
@Ceerads I am a medical professional, and you are correct! Working in a hospital during covid19 was like working in a hospital on the front line of a war. It was a war zone! NOT enough supplies, equipment, medications or staff. We were flying by the seat of our pants, and unfortunately, many, many people did not receive the treatment they needed like they would have if it had not been the pandemic. It was a horrible time!
@avarose316 They cancelled ELECTIVE procedures, not life-saving ones.
@@cerorchid cancer surgery is an elective surgery. I am a cancer patient in Melbourne, Australia. My cancer spread and became incurable because of our harsh long lockdowns. 😢
I have soft stools lately too, I think I might have cancer myself.
My stools are soft, but have been for most of my life, so it's pretty normal for me.
This was posted 5 months ago just want to ask how’s it going now?
Amy, I’m in your area and I’m looking for an oncologist. Could you please share with me the name of your doctor? TIA
Why were you dropping things? I’m dropping a lot and I do have a positive result on a cool guard! Thank you🌹
People would say, go to the salon youll feel better.
😢Had a lump on my neck for 2 years diagnosed as a lymphoma Leaning towards surgery with follow up radiation but do not want chemo.
Gone? If not, good luck 👍
No one wants chemo! If a matter of life or death, do the damn chemo. For some cancers they do chemo first and radiation later. Mine was the other way around. I lucked out and didn't need chemo (Stage I breast cancer). If I would in the future though, I would bite the bullet and do it. For some cancers they operate first and for others they operate last, after shrinkage.
Exodus 15:26,
Matthew 4:23-24,
cancer feeds on (eats) processed and refined sugar, and processed foods,
Covid is no excuse they could have done the scope.
What's c.e.a?
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1 year wait is unacceptable !! What is your med insurance ?
It wasn't the insurance. It was because it was COVID times. They put a lot of ppl off that were not high priority due to the capacity issues and fear if passing
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What is CA? That starting to go higher and higher?
Possibly the CA-125 test related to cancer markers in blood for some gynecological cancers
Cancer Antigen test. It a test that measure the levels of spiked protein in the blood. Spiked protein is usually an indicator of cancer being present. The higher the number the more advanced or progressed the disease is.
CA stands for Cancer Antigen which is a blood test (marker) to detect the presence of spike protein in the blood. Elevated spike proteins are an indicator cancer is present. The higher the number the more advanced the cancer is (metastasized).
@@HopeofGlory-qx4lkCan you request this test from your doctor?
@@nano2424 you can but most doctors won’t order it by default. Meaning, unless they have a good/just reason to order it to be done. I’ve had 3 done to date and they all have been elevated beyond normal levels. The normal level is less that 35. My first result was 104, my second results was 83 and my most recent one was 100. It is believed my numbers were/are elevated because I have fibroids. Ovarian and cervical cancer was ruled out by a transvaginal ultrasound and a normal Pap smear results.
The edit: the reason my gyn ordered the blood test for me because I was having severe pelvic and abnormal pains.
Prayer for complete healing in Jesus name!
I think for them to not give u a colonoscopy for a year was wrong. I know you are going thru a lot but u might consider getting a lawyer because a colonoscopy should not take a year to get an appt. , even during the pandemic.I am so sorry that you are going through this, i was just diagnosed with diverticulitis and i am going to be getting my first colonoscopy soon and i am slightly afraid but know it is necessary. I will put you in my prayers.
Each person is different I get mad if they don’t tell me the stats and be honest. I feel for you this guy was not for you but this person would be for me
I have really strange symptoms like blood ,small poop and blood
I hope im okay
Tommorow i have colonoscopy
@@annapoornafoodcourt335 everything is good thanks god
Found two small polyps(not something serious fortunately)
they removed my polyps and found a few hemorrhoids this is why i have blood
Updates ? You okay ?
@@ThatFreshKidAj yes everything okay with colonoscopy
@@ThatFreshKidAj thanks for asking
Don't you suffered from weight loss
Fermented vegibles like cabbage easy.
I don’t understand why so many young people are getting cancer
It's a good question! Colon cancer is majorly on the up in the younger age cohort and they don't know why. Definitely not something you don't have to think about until you're over 50
Nutrition. We eat mostly processed foods. We are severely dehydrated. Parasites add to health issues.
Red Bull, energy drinks, ultra processed foods, etc.
What is going on w America’s women, why are they coming down w terminal cancer in alarming rates.
Is it excessive soy?
Is it the pill?
Is it the Covid shot?
Something must be done to get to the bottom of this crisis
Dr John Campbell has discussed this issue many times with sources ! Def check it out if you haven’t ❤
Amy that prep is awful had 2 of them
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If immunotherapy has less side effects and better prognosis, why can't they just start with immuno rather than chemo
Fasting For Survival Lecture
Dr.Pradip Jamnadas
The Galen Foundation
Omg! You've discovered the cure!!! 🤓
@@alphaomega1351 You've obviously haven't heard about metabolic approach to cancer. And you know nothing about Dr.Thomas Seyfried's work. But sure, don't let
your ignorance stop you.
So typical, isn't it? None of the doctors told her anything about nutrition. Like, gatorade is the last thing cancer patient should drink.
@@KatieZeldin Dr. Seyfried's Press-pulse therapeutic strategy for the metabolic management of cancer.
@@alphaomega1351 I'll assume that you're mocking fasting and not me.
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There’s a spike in cancer following the rollout of the 💉 but I’m going to mind my business…😮💨
Her cancer started before COVID. Don't let reality contradict your little world view.
@@maryroberts9315 I guess show me where I said hers was related to Covid. 🤡 I CLEARLY made a BROAD overall statement fitting to most. I’ll wait…🥱
Unbelievable. Instead of supposedly minding your business, how about spending time reading some science about vaccines?
@@Ceerads eww, you sound vaccinated! 🥴
@@HopeofGlory-qx4lkYes, and I’m waiting to turn into a vampire! Why “Eww”? How does my being vaccinated affect you in any way?
Hard to listen to with a dog constantly barking in the background.
I barely noticed it. Dogs gonna bark when they want to bark. My daughter's miniature schnauzer is almost the perfect dog. Sweet and playful and does well with the baby. However, when someone (especially if it's me) comes in the door, she literally squeals and keeps squealing, and it is ear-splitting. We're working on reducing that with limited success. It's awful but she is otherwise just the best.
SHUT UP
Please let your dog in with you…. Poor thing…..
You don’t know who is with her or what the dog’s schedule is. Why assume the dog is suffering somehow?
Are you serious 😂
God Bless you ❤
What is CA? That starting to go higher and higher?
Not sure but I think CA125 is a reactive protein blood test that very often indicates Ovarian Cancer
Probably CEA, a biomarker.
Cancer Antigen test. It a test that measure the levels of spiked protein in the blood. Spiked protein is usually an indicator of cancer being present. The higher the number the more advanced or progressed the disease is.
Brave, smart woman. Healing prayers sent.