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I am 82 years old and have a Cancerous growth in my lower Colon, i have first stage Dimensia and and the Cancer is causing Anaemia which is to be treated by iron infusion. The Anaesthetist is concerned that the Dimensia could accelerate after anaesthetic and being somewhat frail the recovery time could be extensive, I am of a very nervous disposition and really don't know the best thing to do, if any of you have experienced this situation or know of a non intrusive method of dealing with Colon Cancer i would very much love to hear from you.Thank You. Kind Regards.  Robbina.

  • Hi robbina,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat and I'm sorry you haven't received a reply up to now.

    I can understand your concerns. If you haven't already, do be sure to discuss your worries and questions with your doctor - they will be best placed to advise specifically to you, and it's important that you get the opportunity to understand all options available, and to get some reassurance.

    You are also welcome to give our nurses a call if you'd like to talk things through with one of them. If you'd like to do this, you can reach them on freephone 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Otherwise, if any others here have similar experience then hopefully they'll see your post and send a reply.

    We are always here for support whenever you may need it.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Hi Robbina I haven't been in this position but I'm just commenting as if I was, if it was me I would take a change and have the operation after all its saying could accelerate after anaesthetic not will accelerate , I would have nothing to lose and I'd want to get rid of the cancer at all costs ,I'm sure you'll have different opinions from others but that's my advice ,I'm sure you'll make the right choice for you .

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