Journey With Me Through My Colon Cancer Diagnosis and Chemotherapy
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- Cancer Update 2023 - My complete colorectal cancer (colon cancer) journey, from diagnosis to Folfox Chemotheropy.
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• My Colon Cancer Journey
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
02:07 - Poop (yep, I said poop)
07:07 - Get a Colonoscopy
10:50 - CT Scan
12:27 - The Hope Was…Colon Surgery
14:26 - MRI (a Complete Debacle)
20:39 - Ultrasound, PET Scan, Port Placement & Biopsy
23:50 - The Unfortunate Results
25:51 - Palliative
27:23 - Forced to Switch Course
27:51 - The Mental Aspect
30:06 - FOLFOX Chemotherapy
40:38 - I Don't Feel Sick
41:39 - My New Diet
44:36 - Final Thoughts & a Big Thank You
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Colon Cancer Awareness 2023.
In this video I discuss my recent colon cancer diagnosis. Hoping to promote colon cancer awareness/colorectal cancer awareness to anyone who might watch this video.
If you're over the age of 45 please schedule yourself a colonoscopy. It is a vital tool for colorectal cancer screening/colon cancer screening.
For other videos I've posted during this cancer journey, check out this Playlist:
• My Colon Cancer Journey
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Thank you so much for your video . My son , age 43 , was diagnosed with stage4 bowel cancer 4 weeks ago . He had blood in his poop and went it for a colonoscopy which confirmed cancer . He also has a small mass in his liver that was seen in an MRI . Just 4 days ago he had a bowel resection where they took 18 inches of his bowel . Next , in 3 weeks , he is booked for a liver ablation . After that he will receive chemo . Your video is very inspirational and has given a mom very much hope . I can't thank you enough . May you be blessed with continued good health and a full cure . Ontario Canada .
You’re very welcome, thank you for sharing and thank you for the kind words. So sorry to read about your son. Did his surgery go well? How’s his recovery going?
My lung turned out to be from my colon! Now I'm getting FOLFOX next week. I'm scared. The side effects from the colon cancer treatment was bad enough. Now I'm facing another set of side effects that sound either miserable, or horrible. My spirit is good, my support system is in place. I really love salads, but with the anticipated reaction to cold, I'm going to have to get used to warm salads. No more chocolate pudding! DAMN! Thanks for helping me to get ready for this assault that's about to happen to my body. I'm 70, survived colon AND brain cancer (I got a helluva zipper on the back of my head) and I appreciate your video. It will help. Thanks.
Sounds like you’re 100% a badass all on your own! I appreciate you saying this video helped though. If you survived all that, you can sure as heck survive this. Stay strong my fellow Warrior. You got this!!
@@GeorgeLangabeer After my four-hour FOLFOX infusion followed with a day-and-a-half portable infusion pump, you're right. I'M A BADASS! I swear I have had ZERO side effects! No temperature sensitivity. No changes in food taste. No headaches, diarrhea, nausea. NO NADA! Your words, along with the Grateful Dead's song "Touch of Gray" made my spirit strong. Listening to Jerry Garcia sing, "I will get by. I will survive" spoke directly to me. It made me cry but it made me feel GOOD after wiping my tears. It made me ready to go to battle. You helped me, my fellow Warrior!
I love every single word of this comment. Thank you for sharing. You’ve got this! ❤️💪🏻
thank you George, I was just diagnose with #4 colon.You gave me hope and courage going forward.
Never give up hope & fight with everything you’ve got! I’m 6 months into NED & doing great! Anything is possible.
You are such an inspiration. I like that you explained how colon cancer can spread to other organs and still be colon cancer.
The breakdown of your journey is amazing. You will walk your daughter down the aisle.
You've got this.
You did an amazing job explaining everything in this video George. I have no doubt you will win this fight!! My sister-in-law had round 8 of FOLFOX on Monday and is also determined to kick cancer's ass. She is in her mid 30s and was diagnosed with stage 3 aggressive colon cancer in August. Her symptoms were no more than a persistent indigestion basically. Fortunately for her, she happens to work as a day surgery nurse, assisting with endoscopies and colonoscopies. The surgeon she works with really pushed her to get her symptoms checked out even though she wasn't worried, and thankfully my SIL listened. Her main tumor was days from causing a full blockage when it was found. We now advocate for everyone even slightly concerned to see their healthcare professional and get that colonoscopy, no matter their age.
Thank you for sharing! I wish her the absolute best and hell yes, we will both win this fight! ❤️💙
Thank you for sharing. My husband has been fighting 5years now stage four rectal cancer. Please watch Joe Tippens cancer story
Your husband is Joe Tippens?
I’ve been fighting stage 4 rectal cancer for 1.5 years now. Just finished my 35 chemo of folfox and tumer has shrunk but has quit responding. I just got my first round of chemo with a different mix but I can’t think of the name. It causes pimples and skin rashes. The folfox was fairly good for me. All this surprises me because all my life I’ve been that healthy as a horse person (I’m 59 now). And yes, ALL YOU YOUNG PEOPLE GET YOUR COLONOSCOPY STARTING EARLY 40s!!!!!! CATCH THESE THINGS EARLY!!! I had almost no signs except for rapid weight loss and then I started having bowel leakage. And please if you’re not, get right with God and seek Jesus Christ and get born again and baptized!!!
As long as there's breathe there's hope !
Currently NED & feeling great! Plenty of hope.
Thank you. I am grateful for your opening up. I have just been diagnosed with Colon Cancer. I am waiting for the CT scan to discover the stage it’s at. First of all numbed shock. Then understanding the possible consequences and now sort of acceptance. But it’s still frightening. If you have anaemia get an endoscopy and a colonoscopy. Anaemia is NOT an illness it’s the symptom of an underlying illness. Find out what’s causing the anaemia.
I remember that numbed shock very well. Just stay strong & stay positive. Positivity can go a long way in this battle. You got this! Stage IV, but now 6 months into NED. Doing great. Anything is possible
So helpful video...I will overcome this dark phase of my life and lead a happiest life with my husband n son..
Heck yes, you will! Stay strong & fight to win!
Your story, and you're way of telling it,is a tremendous gift to so many; really, you will really never know how many you will HELP! Thank YOU!
Thank you for sharing. I just got done 4 weeks ago with colon cancer surgery. Reconnected my colon. Removed a pie shape section of colon, tgat had a mass size of my fist and surrounding tissue. Biopsy of the section removed revealed 6 out of 25 lymph nodes had cancer. I meet with my oncologist the 24th. Before surgery a CT scan was done & showed it was localized cancer but did break through wall etc as mentioned about hitting 6 out of 25 lymph nodes too. So next step is with oncologist 4/24/24 to go over plan but is stage 3 last I heard. Month ago. I'll keep everyone updated if able.
Thank you for sharing. Please keep us updated.
Much Love My Brother. You thought your purpose was to provide information and assistance to those seeking home and business security, fortunately for everyone, God had another plan for you and your life. He his using you to spread the message about health, management of cancer diagnoses, and subsequent treatment. You are doing HIS work!!!! I'm not one to speak much about my spiritual beliefs, yet I can see his work in you and how it is touching so many others. Stay Strong, ride your bike, love on your family and friends... GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!!!
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So sorry George. I’m taking folfox and had 4 treatments for esophageal cancer. Praying for total healing for both of us.🙏🏻
Doing great right now. NED for 4 months now. Hope you’re doing ok. We’ve both got this!
This is the best video on the subject. Very detailed information. I am glad you're doing well. Thank you.
Thank you! Doing great. About 6 months into NED. Next scans are in two weeks.
Colonoscopy isn't bad if you get anesthesia. The prep isn't bad, the hardest part is finding someone to go with you and drive you home.
They should tell people ahead of time about the MRI! Give you a choice to have sedation! It's like a casket! It happens a lot! Hope you are doing well 🙏
They absolutely should.
When i had an MRI I knew I was claustrophobic and so had an open MRI so able to turn my head to the side and could see out.
I'm 28 and having stomach problems, cramping pain, my bowel only got softer but didn't have any hard poop, and recently I had some blood in my stool. So I contacted the gastroenterologist and will go in for consulting. I highly feel like it will be a colonoscopy, as you described it, I've been thru rougher stuff. Let's hope it's something else or it's not bad and I caught it in time. Luckily I don't drink much alcohol, and I also started switching my diet. Luckily I haven't been drinking lot of sugary stuff either. Thank you so much for this video! Very well put together and explained. I'm definitely less nervous and less scared. :)
You’re very welcome. Glad it helped & thank you for sharing. If it ends up being a colonoscopy, don’t sweat the process. It’s a breeze & will hopefully give you some peace of mind.
I was looking up surveillance cameras and ended up watching this.
Thank you for your story. You are going to do fine. Best of Health to you and your family.
Thank you ❤️🙏🏻
Thank you George for making this video, this will alert so many people when they go through something they can't understand and how you explain it , thank you Jesus cure this man Lord in ur name we pray Amen ...
Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️….if you haven’t seen any of my newer updates, I’m celebrating 6 months of being NED! Doing great right now.
I am keeping you in my prayers 🙏 ❤️ 💙
Talking about it all.. educate the people about Colon cancer ♋️ 👏 🙌 🙏
From one soldier to the next.. F-Cancer
❤️ Thank you. F-Cancer indeed!
@@GeorgeLangabeer Yes indeed
People NEED to get a colonoscopy!!
Yes they do!
Thank you for being open and honest sharing your journey with us. Praying for you!
If these videos help people it’s all worth it. Thank you! ❤️🙏🏻
oh man george, thanks a lot for making this video and for coming up with these topics a lot of people wouldnt even talk about at all. keep it strong man, get everything out of it and enjoy life to the fullest. love your content, and love your attitude 💪
I appreciate this comment very much. That’s exactly what I intend to do! Thank you ❤️🙏🏻
Hey George. Thanks for this video. I have type 2 diabetes which I have got under control with medication and diet but like you mentioned I have to monitor this the rest of my life so I understand what you're talking about there. I'm fighting and I know you're a fighter, we will keep fighting and keep living as long as we can. God bless you brother!
Damn right we will! Too much life yet to live! Take one day at a time and live for the present. #Fighters4Life ❤️🙏🏻
I bought my daughter-in-law cooling (cold pack) mittens and booties to wear during her Chemotherapy infusions. It really helped reduce the effects of neuropathy and nail loss.
You’re a great story teller, had me engrossed. Hope you are well
Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️
Doing great! Currently NED & loving life. 😊
My wife's 40 and her cancer is the exactly the same although they suspect there's a little in her lung. She was in such terrible terrible bowel pain for weeks morphine didn't even take it away it was so heart breaking she could hardly walk just lay in pain very hard on the kids to see then first chemo folfox took the pain away she's just had her 2nd transfusion and getting back to herself thank god Im hopping the fast curing of the pain and normal bowel movements is a great sign the same as yours thank you for telling your story its helped us alot and pls keep updating on your journey 👍
Thanks for sharing. I wish her the best ❤️🙏🏻
So uplifting attitude. Thanks for taking the time to tell about your experience.
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Thank you so much for this video. It was very uplifting. I was just diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancerous that has spread to my liver. I haven’t started any treatment yet but am feeling pretty hopeless.
So sorry to hear that. Stay strong & fight dammit! FIGHT!
@@GeorgeLangabeer sure hope I get to that mentality.
Hey they have a new Prep now called Sutab, their pills.blessings🌺
I’ll have to check them out
Thank you for this helpful info!
Rooting for you Sir.
Thank you! NED for nearly 4 months now. Hope to keep it going for a long time! Doing great!
I like this guy , I thought he was famous or a celebrity but his just a cool man , I wish you well and hope all is good for you ❤ from London 🇬🇧
lol. Hello London! Thank you. I appreciate the kind words. Currently NED (No Evidence of Disease) and feeling great!
That’s what we like to hear , have a great day my American 🇺🇸 brother 🏴
Thanks again. Have a great day as well!
Hey George,
My cousin is going through the same situation, he has colon cancer and he is doing chemotherapy right now, I am from Ecuador , South America so it is a bit tough here due to the fact that we dont have resources but my cousin is fighting his cancer and he is doing good, I am always around , I will show him your video that will keep him motivated!!
By the way my cousin said that we only have 2 PET scans in the country and I believe one is broken!
Thank you for sharing and I wish your cousin the best. I hope he kicks cancer’s ass and I hope this video helps. Awesome that he’s got your support and you’re helping him keep up the good fight.
Damn, that sucks. Makes me very thankful I have the resources I do.
Very good video!!! I just found your channel today and have been binge watching your content. Wishing you luck on your journey and much love & light! ❤️❤️ - your new subscriber and online friend rooting for you -
Thank you. Very sweet of you. I appreciate the support very much. ❤️🙏🏻
🙏 keep strong man, you are doing amazing ✨. Sending prayers and healing light! ✌🏻
Thank you. ❤️🙏🏻
I appreciate this vid so much. I’m praying for your complete recovery George. I too am fighting stage 4 rectal cancer for 1.5 years now and just finished my 35 round of chemo with Folfox. It kept shrinking the tumor but has plateaued pretty much so I just had my first round of chemo of another mix, can’t remember the name of it but it’s main side effect is skin pimples and rashes. My neuropathy has stayed in my feet for sure. Nowhere else but I hope it goes away. The journey is long and hard but you said it right by saying stay positive and fight!!! I’m totally in the realm. Sure it gets old but you have to keep pushing and fighting, and for me on my knees more asking for some miracle healing. I think chemo has come a long way over the years and it’s not like it used to be at all. Again, thank you for sharing. It gives me hope seeing and hearing how others are pushing along and overcoming this disease!!!
Keep up the good fight, my friend. You’re a true badass Warrior. Anything is possible. Stage IV, but now heading into my 9th month of NED & doing great! My feet neuropathy lingered as well, but I’m happy to say, that’s gone too. Keep in touch!
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For You & All
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Brilliant. Inspirational.
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Thank you so much for sharing this. I'm going to get a colonoscopy.
Please do. Peace of mind is totally worth it. ❤️
Thank you for your encouragement 🙏🏽 am a coloreal cancer
Hopefully you’re doing well & thriving. 💙
You are excellent at explaining this! Thank you 🙏
So glad you got something out of it. 💙
@@GeorgeLangabeer I absolutely did. Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄
Merry Christmas to you & yours too! 🎄
Tell the medical providers that you are extremely claustrophobic and they will administer conscious sedation so you can tolerate MRI scans; but, you have to ask! God Bless!
Oh Ollie. I found your channel because my husband has been going or testing for colorectal cancer this past week here in Spain and we’re currently waiting for the results although the colonoscopy didn’t look good according to the doctors. Please know that you’re not alone here and that we are hoping some chemo and other treatments come up for you to improve your life and maybe prolong it for a while too. Much love ❤️
I’ve been cancer free & doing great for 7 months now! Declared NED (no evidence of disease) back in August. I wish the best for your husband. 💙
Keep kicking it thanks for sharing ❤
Thank you again for sharing and sharing your positivity and k ow im praying for a miracle
You have described my journey well with the exception mine is rectal...6: treatments..on 4th tomorrow. Praying for you ....and yours.
Stay strong & keep fighting! We got this!
My sister just got this… so thank You! Amen 🙏!
She was just diagnosed with colon cancer?
So sorry you and your family are going through this. Hang in there brother! Really appreciate you sharing your story for us all. Very inspiring! Hope the weather clears up for you soon and you get to enjoy that new ride!
I know it's a serious video, but I have to admit that I enjoyed watching you snicker ever time you said "poop."
Seriously. Never in a million years did I think I’d be saying “poop” in a TH-cam video. Not to mention how much I have to talk about it with Theresa, Delaney & my doctors. I have got to beat this thing if for no other reason to change the subject. 😋
I appreciate the continued support brother. Just got done riding the bike and put on some “Whatley Socks” after my shower. 😊
Totally counting the days until Spring so I can get on that Harley daily!
I had my first Colonoscopy this year. My prep was a walk in the park, my colonoscopy was painful but it was because my sedation wore off and they werent done taking biopsies yet. I am happy to say I didn't even have one polyp! We still haven't found out why I am having the problems I have... but I don't have colon cancer! Thoughts and prayers for you and your journey.
Hopefully you get to the bottom (no pun intended) of your issue, but thank goodness it’s not colon cancer!
It is okay to repeat any test,my mom died of colon cancer from a flat polyp that was missed.
Thank you for sharing! The best of luck in your recovery!
Thank you. Currently celebrating my NED status!
I've had several MRIs, and the only way I can keep from getting claustrophobic in the tube is to keep my eyes closed at all times, while pretending I'm somewhere (anywhere) else! Still don't like it, though.
Just had one last week & i made it through with a washcloth on my face & some good music playing.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It is truly educating and inspiring.
You’re welcome. I’m so glad you got something out of it. 🙏🏻💙
Great explanation. Thank you
Thanks for watching 🙏🏻❤️
Im not sure if you have heard about this, but fasting before chemo can reduce side effects by alot and even make chemo more effective
I really appreciate the comment & your concern, but as I’ve said in my videos, I know I’m in good hands and I will continue to listen to the trained medical professionals on my care team.
Thank you God Bless You
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You are such an inspiration, George. Fight brother fight. Continuing to send healthy vibes your way. Indeed, peace and love.
Kind of you to say & I very much appreciate the continued support. ✌🏻 ❤️
Great video god bless! Love your strength and mental attitude! Recently diagnosed w stage 3a colon cancer here start chemo in 2 weeks.
Thank you ❤️🙏🏻
I wish you the absolute best in your battle. Stay strong & stay positive! 💙
Great job on your presentation! I have subscribed. This will help many people who are going through this.
Prayers and love to you and your family.
Thanks for subscribing & thanks for the kind words. If I’ve helped just one person, this is all totally worth it. ❤️
@SilverHammerSurveillance I think you have nudged many people towards going to a doctor, advocating for yourself, getting a colonoscopy. You have given hope to those who thought they should give up and die. Even when things are dire, chemotherapy or clinical trials can bring hope.
We need you to continue with this. So proud of the cancer fight you made. Palliative care made a difference in decisions for more treatment that turned out to be amazing.
God bless you
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Thank you. I'm sorry you have been through what you have suffered. I don't mean “physical pain” I mean the emotional pain for you and your family.
As it happens, I am an NP & both my mother and uncle have died from Colon CA, another of their brothers died from liver and pancreatic CA, and the eldest sister; my Aunt Franny died from metastic breast CA.
I’ve had one clean colonoscopy, but haven't been back despite knowing I should have had at least two more. …
by now. It's just fear. I was awake for the one I had, and although clear, it was horrible.
I so appreciate your can do attitude. Again, thank you much. R/ m
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Sorry to read your family got hit so hard by this beast. That also sucks you were awake for the one you had. I’ve had three as part of this process & all three were a breeze.
Thank you for sharing & I appreciate the support.
Now go check that colon!
Thank you so much. Going for my colonoscopy tomorrow and then from there I think biopsy..in that waiting stage where they're expecting all good. Attitude IS so important I'm finding. Thanks for sharing and your strong positive attitude on videos.
I know that waiting feeling very well. It sucks. But I’ll be hoping for the very best results for you!
I am so glad that I found your TH-cam channel. I just received my port today to begin the same chemo treatment process you are going through. I am so excited to listen to your experience (although I am so sorry you are going through this). I am very positive but, it is so nice to hear someone else express some of the same things I am going through. I cannot agree more on having a colonoscopy. My cancer was discovered because I had a kidney stone and they saw the mass on my CT scan. I am praying for you and your family and look forward to following you on your journey. God Bless.
Thanks for the comment & thanks for sharing. I don’t know how many of my videos you’ve watched, but I’m currently NED & have been for a bout 4 months! I’m feeling fantastic! The chemo worked! So as you’re going through it, remember that. It will suck at times, but remember you’re doing it for a reason. Everyone reacts differently, but for me it was definitely worth it. Saved my life. Stay strong & put up the good fight. You got this! ❤️🙏🏻😊
Great video! Thanks for taking the time and sharing. You’re brave and strong. Keep it up dude! I just turned 48 and I know what I need to do. Thx u.
Thank you! ❤️🙏🏻💪🏻
Good to see you today, George. Stay positive
I’ve got some good news since this video! New update coming soon!
@@GeorgeLangabeer awesome, I love to hear that!
Thank you. Inspiring, informative and encouraging video. Your videos are heartfelt and such a support for others. Amazing how fast security takes a backseat when fighting for your health. Keep up the battle and continue driving those markers down.
I have cancer from Agent Orange (tour of duty in Vietnam) but doing well. Had immunotherapy twice instead of chemotherapy. There’s actually no comparison accept the chair and the time involved. (Plus neuropathy.) But both knock out cancer. And with your family & friends support, combined with your positive attitude, you will be this.
Thank you & thanks for sharing that. ❤️🙏🏻
I love your story hope to hear more of it.
I just found out that I have colorectal cancer and it's been difficult for me
So sorry to hear that. Just hang on to hope & never give up. I’m now sitting at 10 months cancer free & feeling better than I ever have! #FightToWin
I wish you the best. I know this is extremely difficult, but please hang in there.
Thank you. I’m hanging tough. ❤️🙏🏻
I’ve been doing colonoscopies since I was 22. I ended up having kidney cancer and been getting cameras up the butt since. Wish you the best bro
Damn, sorry to hear that. How old are you now?
@@GeorgeLangabeer 43. I was extremely lucky between stage 1&2. Always listen to the body. Unfortunately it turned me into a bit of a hypochondriac. Just don’t let it get in your head and thing every sniffle will kill you. Gotta be positive. I know you don’t listen to anyone but the dr but the sugar is no joke. I had a bit of a sugar addiction and besides possibly be good for cancer it made my cholesterol insane. I cut it and cholesterol dropped significantly. Stay positive bro
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Thanks for watching.
Im with you brother so enjoyable and informative. Finished radiation with chemo pills. But more is coming. I believe you will beat this and so will I. Then maybe a new motorcycle in the spring . Excellent presentation . God Bless. Semper Fidelis Best
Thank you 🙏🏻❤️….Damn right we will beat this! I bought a new motorcycle in January and I joke my Harley is my therapist. Stay strong my friend! 💙💪🏻
Great story. I thought I had hemorrhoids and went to a proctologist. I have a hard lump just inside my anal area. Going next week for the colonoscopy. Gotta say I am nervous and having trouble doing my regular activities. Can’t seem to get the worry out of my mind. Also worried about my family in this. They don’t deserve this. I’m also a long time smoker. Quality of life, expense, trips to the hospital, stays at the hospital. Was born with a heart issue. High BP. Pre diabetes. Just not sure how much I’m willing to fight. I’m 56 , scared and angry.
God bless you and thanks for the video.
Thank you & Thank you for sharing that. Please let me know how it goes.
@@GeorgeLangabeer Did the colonoscopy. Afterwards the surgeon informed me he didn’t see any cancer. The biopsy will confirm. Be a few days for the biopsy results. This was definitely a wake up call.
I pray you’re doing better. Your story is very inspiring and offers Hope to others. I’d love to know how you are today.
That’s wonderful that he didn’t see any cancer. Here’s hoping that biopsy 100% confirms that and gives you some peace of mind.
As for me, I’m doing fantastic! Celebrating 10 months of being cancer free! I have scans to make sure I’m still doing great this upcoming Tuesday, so I’m nervous about that. But very optimistic.
@@GeorgeLangabeer Thank you. Prayers for a good report.
Changed my diet. Big difference.
Changing my diet has helped me as well.
Share ur diet plan
Hello sir thank you for the testimonial. I have had stomach issues my whole life. This past year I had bowel changes, exactly what you went through: small poop mixed with tarry stool and occasional explosions of bright blood. I unfortunately had an insurance debacle this past year where my treatment was slowed to a crawl. In the new year I have specialists lined up and a colonoscopy. I’m fearful but also hopeful it’s not as bad as it could be. Also my stool has a very specific, almost metallic smell to is . My question to you is about the blood in the stool. How often did you experience blood? For me it’s about once every two to three weeks with a bout of blood and then nothing . Good luck to you and thank you in advance if you are able to respond 🙂. I am also a you tuber who was doing well but have become too sick to produce videos these last 5 months. Good luck on your continued improvement of health!
Your symptoms sound very similar to mine. I’ll glad to read you’re going for a colonoscopy. I’ll be hoping for some great results for you. Let me know how it goes.
Thank you. I don’t know how many of my videos you’ve seen, but my last few scans have been fantastic & I’m currently cancer free! Been about 4 months at NED status.
@@GeorgeLangabeer congratulations to you !! That’s excellent news! I’ll check out other videos while ilm going through this process. Thanks again for the response
Joe Tippens from Edmond,Oklahoma was diagnosed stage 4 metastized cancer. His Drs.gave him 3 months live in 2017. He's Still kicking in 2023. He had traditional treatment 1st, didn't work. He tried FENBEDAZOLE & good diet. He's a survivor & many other people too. #mycancerstoryrocks
Thanks for sharing! I’m currently NED & feeling great!
Hi Im not sure if you can answer this but ill ask anyway. I also have stage 4 rectal cancer also ned since September. Do you know how this changes the prognosis of life expectancy. I know its a difficult question, i just haven't found any information on this. So happy for you and pray you continue to get good news every 3 months then every 6 months then annually. God bless
Each case is so different, so it’s hard to say. All I can tell you, is I’m a year in at Stage IV & just had my 3 months scans come back NED again. Not to mention I feel better than ever. Stage IV is not an automatic death sentence. I’m living proof. Keep a positive mindset & fight dammit. We can win this thing!
Thank you! Your response helps make me feel better, and I don't feel so alone!
@user-xf2jn4pe6p You’re definitely not alone. I’ve got your back! Just remember you ARE NOT A NUMBER. Screw the statistics. Anything is possible, you just have to fight!
Go to cancer.gov for survival rates. MD Anderson has a rectal cancer and colon cancer survival calculator. To be honest Stage IV survival rates are significantly lower. But you can’t let the statistics scare you. Each case is unique so don’t let the survival rates scare you. I’m a Stage IIIC rectal cancer survivor for three years thus far. Good luck with your treatment.
I am at a lost. I just had my stage 2 colon cancer removed and the doctor asked if I would like to do chemo. He told me stage 2 is optional as 50% of stage 2 patients do not benefit from chemo and the chances of a relapse between those who did chemo and those that did not is just 2%. He also told me of all the 9 categories of high risk of a relapse I have only 1 LVSI the rest tested negative. Will you do chemo? The oncologist did suggest another option and that is to do a CT scan every 3 months to see if there is a relapse.
I did 12 rounds of FOLFOX chemo. Worth every treatment, as it seems to have worked. Currently NED & counting my blessings everyday that I am.
@@GeorgeLangabeer thanks
you are amazing where in nebraska are u i lived in.omaha for years went to creighton
Nice. I live in downtown omaha
we lived on Lafayette Ave then so 35 th street we loved it
It says one year ago. It's May 2024. How are you doing George
10 months cancer free & just scheduled my colostomy reversal! Doing great. Thanks for asking.
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May i suggest black seed oil and green juice,carrots juice work well.
Currently NED, so I’m going to keep doing what I’ve been doing. Thanks for the suggestion though.
@@GeorgeLangabeer please share ur diet plan..
Hi George! How did it go?
I’ll be doing an update video very soon!
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Hey 🦄… you’re doing great! Kick it’s ass!!!! 🦊
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So proud of you son for sharing your journey from the beginning. You got into the security business to help others and you’re still doing it in a very positive way. I appreciate all those who are helping you stay positive. My plan is to continue to pray for your complete healing. Love you son. 💕
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My husband was on Folfox for a while and his cancer center recommended that he ice his hands feet and ice during the infusion to avoid neuropathy. It helped.
He is getting his treatment at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle.
I’ve heard this from quite a few people. Never tried it myself. Mine wasn’t that bad.
I tried ice chips in my mouth. Not sure if it helped. I do have long term neuropathy mostly in my feet but to a lesser extent in my fingers. The neuropathy grew progressively worse with more FOLFOX treatments. So watch out for it and make sure your oncologist knows how your neuropathy is progressing. I stopped FOLFOX after 8 cycles because my platelets had dropped too low.
Luckily, I made it through all 12 cycles & escaped with just a little neuropathy in my feet. None in my hands. And it seems as FOLFOX worked for me. Currently NED!
@@GeorgeLangabeer I should add that even though I didn’t go 12 rounds with FOLFOX, I did have a good response. I also had 28 days of Chemo radiation and a couple of surgeries. I had Stage IIIC rectal cancer and have been NED for three years. Glad to hear you continue to have success and wish you the same for the future.
😢big jug worked better for me. The gator aid made me sick
Damn, that sucks. Never did try the Gatorade version.
Damn dude. Let's face it, life sucks. 😶
Sometimes it does suck, but I’ve had some really good news since I posted this video. “No evidence of disease” on both a PET Scan and a Signatera blood test, so no evidence of cancer in my body! Feeling great and celebrating everyday I’m cancer free. 😊❤️
Life sucks 100x if you are low in magnesium.
15:32 interesting you found the MRI upsetting.... I find MRI machines and CT machines relaxing. They could have offered you sedation.
Sharing my journey, I’ve now heard from hundreds of people that I’m not alone. Claustrophobia can get the best of us. If you find them relaxing, consider yourself lucky.
@@GeorgeLangabeer It's good that you shared that so others can prepare. 👍💛 It's not something I would think about. For me, I needed to be under complete anesthesia for a colonoscopy and have only same sex doctor and staff due to prior trauma. Other people are not bothered by that part. The prep was by far the easiest part of a colonoscopy for me. It's important to meet ourselves where we are at and with kindness and compassion. Apologies if my response came across as critical.
I just started FOLFOXIRI Monday
How did the first round go?
@@GeorgeLangabeer went better then expected! Only symptoms so far are fatigue for about 24 hours post treatment. But I’m doing cycle 3 today!
@MotoBird97 Let’s hope that’s as bad as it gets. If you’re already on cycle 3, you might be one of the lucky ones like me! 🤞🏻
I think most of us who come to your story,it is because we or we know someone dealing with this.Thank you.When you talk about the mental part of it,we feel your pain and know it.Thankyou,letting others know we are not crazy for the mental part being part of the process.
Yeah, the mental part can be intense. Not only for the person with cancer, but also their family.