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Hi, I had an op 3 weeks ago today to remove a tumour from my sigmoid colon. The op went well and I am making a good recovery. Now waiting to hear about chemo. 

If you are offered screening for bowel cancer please take the tests which could save your life! I am only 56 and the diagnosis came as a complete shock. It can affect people of all ages but can be treated if caught early enough. I remain positive and hopeful that I can recover. 

Please say hello if you are also living with bowel cancer. 

Jo x

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    Hi glad to hear your doing .well 2 weeks ago i was diagnosed with bowel cancer ct scan reveal it had spread to liver am waiting for mri on liver to decide treatment most likely chemo for liver then op to resection .then an op for bowel and more chemo ..how did you get on with chemo for liver how did it make u feel .i been signed off work but dont know how long .thanks

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    Hi I was diagnosed with rectal cancer June 2017 I had 5cm tumour removed had anterior resection and a temporary ileostomy.I am awaiting chemotherapy.I am apprehensive about the chemotherapy as I have just recovered from the op.Nobody prepared for the emotional feelings that I have experienced.Thanks 

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    Hi globerry. I started my chemo 8 weeks ago. I have 30 sessions scheduled (1 every week ) and have my 8th one tomorrow. I had the first 7 via iv cannula but as my veins are so small and skinny I had a Hickman line fitted last Wednesday. 

  • Offline in reply to tigercub

    Hi there ive just been diagnosed with stage 1 bowel cancer and have to see the consultant next week. What treatment did you get offered and have you made a full recovery. 

  • Offline in reply to Kazzie78

    Hi .I was diagnosed august 2017 bowel cancer and had already spread to liver .I started chemo October 4 treatment over 3 months.wasnt too bad was manageable.had more scans and a camera up again and consultant was amazed that bowel tumour has gone only scar tissue was visible.i was told I would have a liver resection and bowel surgery .I'm seeing bowel surgeon thurs hopefully to discuss surgery..liver is bit more tricky .docs have told me I have had outstanding response to chemo .good luck with your treatment .how was yours diahdiagn .my was bowel screening.gp would been useless .

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    Hi how long did your recovery take .I'm hoping to have bowel surgery in near future have had chemo for 3 months also spread to liver that's probably another op got have more chemo soon .I was diagnosed by biweb screening last august bit long hike this treatment .hope you're well 

  • Offline in reply to tigercub
    Hi, I feel like I’m still recovering but I’m at the end of a very lengthy chemo treatment which I started last July so it will take a while for my body to recover from the chemo. It’s really difficult to put timescales on recovery as everyone is different and I tend to slide up and down the wellness to illness continuum. I made good progress after the surgery and was soon able to drive and do all the usual everyday things you tend to take for granted. The main thing for me was to set small achievable goals each day/week and work towards them . Hope things go well for you.
  • Offline in reply to Kazzie78

    I had surgery in April and commenced chemo last July. I have done ok and am back at work . Everyone is different and is offered different treatment plans dependent on the clinical presentation. Your cancer sounds to have been caught at an early stage which is great regarding recovery and prognosis. Hope it goes well for you . 

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    Hi I had a low anterior resection beginning of August 2017 I was in hospital for 6 days.The 2nd week I was going on short little walks.My biggest anxiety was when I was waiting for the operation.I started chemo Oct 17 it's a 6 month course.Its about little steps and small goals.Having a supportive group of friends helps to make things easier.Everyone has a unique journey will bowel cancer.I found the beating bowel cancer forum really good.It made me feel less isolated.All the best
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    Hi Jo I too am 56 and diagnosed with colon cancer in November. Had surgery and now on chemo. Such a shock as you say. Life changes overnight. Hope you get a plan going forward soon Lesley x

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