Hi Iam 38 years old I have had 3rd of my colon removed , whipples surgery, had my head of pancreas removed as precaution I first got diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2008 I went on to having mild chemotherapy because of my hole in the heart I had at the time. Second bowel cancer 2011 still in remission they say five years but that's only standard my doctor told me could take up to 8-10 depending on the individual . I have found it hard as coming out of remission I'm greatful to be alive .