Post by ninjabridemom on Apr 28, 2015 15:05:31 GMT -5
So many prayers, for strength and peace during this time.
Colon cancer is rampant in my family (I'm actually getting my first colonoscopy in a few months, before age 30, b/c my dad's generation has had precancerous polyps and/or cancer pre-40yrs old). Everyone is okay, with varying degrees of dietary considerations. It is highly treatable. That's not lip service they're giving you right now.
(ETA that doesn't make it any less scary to go through, so feel what you feel and know you have support, of us and a huge medical treatment community)
I'm so sorry for the trial that is ahead. I know lots of colon cancer survivors and hope this will be a distant and unpleasant memory for you as soon as possible. (Hugs)
I'm so sorry. Thoughts and prayers for you & your H.
Another anecdote: My FIL had colon cancer over 15 years ago. He had surgery (not sure about radiation) and a full recovery. The only lasting thing is that he has to have colonoscopies more often than someone with no history.
Post by fuckyourcouch on Apr 28, 2015 15:13:39 GMT -5
I'm so sorry. Anecdote, both my grandfathers had it, treatment and surgery was smooth and easy and no issues the rest of their lives. Thinking of you guys.