Latest Adenocarcinoma discussions http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/cancers/lung-cancer/adenocarcinoma/1,0,119,3,53.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ Is there anything that can be done at this stage?  Per doctors, it probably started in his lung and has now spread to liver and bones (femer, hip, pubic, lower spine bone, shoulder).  They will inject strontium-89 today but all that does is relieve his bone pain.  He had been complaining of pain since early summer, but at an active age 79, we all didn't think that was unusual and his blood tests didn't show anything.  So, it was probably already advanced at that time.  The cancer showed up on a scan done by the internal Dr when the dye didn't flow properly thru the liver.  Then the other showed up on follow-up scans. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30638,0.htm mgalexa Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT I had surgery for the parotid gland on the right side of my face. They had to take the facial nerve, so am paralyezed on that side. I am through 20 of my 30 radiation treatements.Post-op, how did your cancer impact you psychologically. How did it effect your relationships. How long did it take before things got back to"normal"? Thanks for any replys. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30489,0.htm kujayhawk Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello all,My mother was diagnosed with lung cancer stage IV in september 2007. The doctors weren't sure whether it was adenocarcinoma or mesothelioma because of the location of the cancer. Therefore, they did an open lung biopsy and it ended up being adenocarcinoma, we consulted two different surgeons and they both refused surgery because of the location of the cancer. They said surgery or radiation was not an option at this point. So my mother started a combination chemo that consisted of Taxol, Carboplatin, and Avastin.  She received six rounds of chemo and was told that the cancers have not changed and are in a partial recission. Yesterday we went to her doctor for a check up and to get the result of her latest pet scan, he told us her cancer was back and the only thing he can do is recomend another chemo called Alimta. He also said that the Alimta would only give her a few extra months not years, and that we should be looking into hospice by March. I understand that any time spent with my mom is not enough but, I just gave birth to my baby boy in August and I really want my mom to be there for my son's first birth day. Can someone please help and tell me what to do? I am completely lost.... http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30470,0.htm Shami Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello all,My mother was diagnosed with lung cancer stage IV in september 2007. The doctors weren't sure whether it was adenocarcinoma or mesothelioma because of the location of the cancer. Therefore, they did an open lung biopsy and it ended up being adenocarcinoma, we consulted two different surgeons and they both refused surgery because of the location of the cancer. They said surgery or radiation was not an option at this point. So my mother started a combination chemo that consisted of Taxol, Carboplatin, and Avastin.  She received six rounds of chemo and was told that the cancers have not changed and are in a partial recission. Yesterday we went to her doctor for a check up and to get the result of her latest pet scan, he told us her cancer was back and the only thing he can do is recomend another chemo called Alimta. He also said that the Alimta would only give her a few extra months not years, and that we should be looking into hospice by March. I understand that any time spent with my mom is not enough but, I just gave birth to my baby boy in August and I really want my mom to be there for my son's first birth day. Can someone please help and tell me what to do? I am completely lost.... http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30471,0.htm Shami Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Need to know how to give better quality of life for a person who has been given only 5 months to live.he has violent coughing fits 2 dozen times a day. what i would like to know is how to make his remainding quality of life better. would very much like to have any suggestions since he seems and his doctors too resign to his faith. please if anybody has any suggestions email me at --Message edited by CancerCompass staff. For personal protection, email address removed. Consider private reply. Please review CancerCompass Member Guidelines at http://www.cancercompass.com/common/guidelines.html--look forward to anybody's reply. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30328,0.htm unihans Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello, I need help with Signet Ring Adenocarcinoma, my friend has and is starting with Chemotherapy today. She has three areas of cancer lymphnodes, uterus, spine, so I guess they can not remove by surgery. She is not to happy with the doctor at this time but is working with him and diagnoses. I'm looking for any info and treatment or help .Thanks, Hot Rod  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30198,0.htm Hot rod Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT My husband was just diagnosed with Stage 4 signet ring adenocarcinoma radiating from the appendix.  It spread to the colon, peritoneum, omentum, and appendix.  During surgery, much of the omentum, colon, and appendix were removed, but there are still cancerous lesions on the peritoneum.  Surgeru was just a few days ago and we got the diagnosis yesterday via the biopsy from surgery.  He will begin chemo in 4-6 weeks. I am looking for others with Stage 4 appendix signet cell adenocarcinoma--advice, information, hope, and survivor's stories would be greatly appreciated. Thanks-Jackie http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30100,0.htm tammyfaye Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello Everyone,Chances are if you are searching in pet cancer blogs you are probably living a similar nightmare.  In a nutshell: My 11yr old Scottie was diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma the first week of September '08.  Of course to make that diagnosis the tumor had be removed.  He was given 1-3 mo. because the cancer cells had already gone through the intestinal wall and spread to surrounding lymph nodes and worst of all......into his blood stream. Now I don't know where the agressive cancer is lurking. Alhough this type of cancer means certain death for my baby boy, I am so glad that my new vet recommended "IP-6".  She had seen very good results in the past and was absolutely amazed at how well my Scottie was doing.  She is now very confident that he will out live the initial expectations.I lost my first Scottie in August to heart failure and I know my second will not be far behind due to carcinoma. Given all the grief I have been going through, I felt compelled to post a message that might help other pet lovers before it's too late.  Like everyone else I know, I never heard of the stuff until my vet suggested it.  I was amazed at the info out there on IP-6 and was surprised that it isn't more widely recommended. IP-6 is not expensive and certainly worth a try in my opinion.  I am incredibly grateful that in spite of everything, that I had a vet that knew about this stuff. Respectfully,Kelly http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,30022,0.htm mymegan Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT My wife (a 48 year-old (then) non-smoker) was diagnosed with Stage IIIB non-small cell lung cancer some 3 and a half years ago, and she was given 6 months to live (at which point she fired her oncologist!). She underwent chemotherapy (not very successful) and then went onto Tarceva for some 15 months before developing resistance.  Then she had some radiation treatment.  On advice from a superb specialist she went back on Tarceva again earlier this year - a second time.  Her latest scans showed that the nodules that had appeared in her other lung have now completely disappeared and she just has one nodule remaining - 4mmx4mm.  For us Tarceva has been like a miracle.  She has had the rash and dry skin.  Putting some olive oil in the bath has helped her dry skin. I would like to offer hope and courage to everyone out there facing cancer - the drugs available now are amazing. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,29434,0.htm Mark T Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi my boyfriend was diagnosed with stage 4 adreno carcanoma.  It has spread to his pelvic area.  They did radiation on that area for 6 weeks everyday.  They are now doing Chemo, Every 3 weeks.  I know this is a long haul here.  However he is getting a little restless.  He comes up with pain and he thinks nothing is working for him.  I tell him it is so early in the game and that it is going to take time.  He has only had two treatments of chemo.  Does the pain ever go away or his this his life.  He is only 49 years old.  A very active man self employed in construction.  Could someone please help with some answers or that may have gone through this and give us some hope please.  Thank you http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,29146,0.htm bobbie44 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi, my 53 year old sister has been recently diagnosed with adenocarcinoma. It has been a roller coaster so far. She was initially told it was small cell in the bronchi. So, they operated to remove the tumor, discovered it was the opposite, and the surgeon worked feverishly to remove the 15 cm tumor. There was also a 1.5 cm tumor in the other lobe that was removed. Nothing in the lymph nodes or other organs. Told us that it was stage IV due to the size of the tumor and anticipates it is probably in the bloodstream.So, we see the oncologist Monday PM. Her surgeon said to expect an aggressive treatment plan if she is going to beat it.Any thoughts? Thanks. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,28968,0.htm bdtech Sat, 04 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi - My Mother has just been put on Xeloda.  I'm looking to hear from anyone who can tell me their experiences with this type of chemo pill.  Appreciate any input.Thanks.   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,28797,0.htm Cocoe Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT My husband had Whipple surgery Feb, 2005. for the most part he is doing good. So far cancer has not return. He is 65, 62 at time of surgery. He had his surgery done at St. Mary's hospital in Grand Rapids. Mi and is now going to VA in Battle Creek, Mi. Surgery went very well and he was home after 8 days. My concern now is his right side, when he walks any distance or stands for any lentgh of time his side gets hard and causes him alot of discomfort. Has any one else had this problem? He has had blood work, chest x-ray and Ct done and goes back to Doc on Oct. 8 for results. Also, this may be a whole new problem, but every now and then he gets real light headed and we check his blood pressure and it is low 110/70. He normally has high blood pressure and takes meds for that. He also has alot of problems gaining weight. But that sounds like a common problem.Does anyone have any advice? Thank YouSharBob http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,28553,0.htm Sharbob Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT My dad was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma on 8/26/2008. They say that he is stage 4 because he also has 3 tumors in his brain. this monday they took out the largest of the 3 with surgery and are planning on taking the other 2 with a cyberknife. I am only 21 and I am currently caring for my dad and I dont know what I should expect. My dad told them he did not want to know how long he had to live and for some reason that makes things even harder on me. After the surgery on monday he cant even get the strength to get out of bed on his own. he was only in the hospital for a week and he has already lost all of his strength. Is that something I should worry about? he is going to start physical, speech, and occupational therapy tomorrow. Is there anything anyone knows that may help him? or any advice anyone can give to help me? I'm really scared! http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,28499,0.htm kjdill22 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT My Mother was diagnosed with CUP last July.  The tumor is in the Lymph Node between Kidney area.  The tumor is not operable and cannot get radiation.  She is on Chemo.  Gemzar & Taxol.  Looking for experiences with this type of Cancer.  I only know what I've read on the internet.  Not too much info out there.  I would like to hear other experiences.   Cocoe http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,28231,0.htm Cocoe Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT I have been diagnosed with CIN IIIC Endocervical Adenocarcinomas with positive lymph node involvement.  I have not found others with similar diagnosis yet.  May explain why my doctors have told me they do not have enough data available to answer my questions on treatment and prognosis. I had a radicial hysterectomy 07/2008 and am currently going through weekly chemo and daily radiation with possible brachytherapy planned.I feel like I should have been going to school all my life before being diagnosed so I would have a better idea on what I should be doing.  From every aspect - medical, life, family, work, future.  It's been overwhelming and had many ups and downs.  I've been fortunate to have much love and support in my life.  Right now, I am craving more faith and knowledge.I would love to hear from survivors, what they have done and how they are doing.  Would also like to hear from anyone else who might be able to help direct me.  Seriously don't know what my next step needs to be.  Tired and confused - hitting menopause full board and min. sleep has not helped.  Oh, that's a question I have - does anyone know about taking hormore replacements (cenestin) and effects, good or bad for this type of cancer.  The doctors just said that sleep is more important right now.  Thanks to all you being out there and available to me and others.  Best of  luck to you all.   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27924,0.htm Haleno3 Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT Dad stage IV NSCLC diage 4-08Just wanted to share with you that if your severly fatigued from your chemo treatments ask your Onc about Ritilain its a amphetimine used for Atttenion devisit disorder.It doing wonders for my dad hes up and on the go! xoxo Christine http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27642,0.htm blondiegirl Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi!  I am new to the group and I just started on Tarceva.  I have non small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain and was dxd last November 07.  I have gone through 39 treatments of radiation, cyberknife radiation and chemo.  I had started a second round of chemo but my body was just not recovering from it.  So..... now I just started 150 mg of Tarceva per day and I was just wondering if anyone is taking it and how they are responding to it and how long you have been it.  I am expecting a rash but so far have not gotten it.  Thanks so much ya'll.  I appreciate it. Kimberly http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27551,0.htm kimetym4 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT My dad has just been diagnosed with Termial nscl that has already spread to the valves surrounding the heart.We haven't been given a time-scale for this and at present he isn't showing any signs of being ill.We will discuss treatments with the Oncologist on Thursday.My husband and I, along with our 3 children (aged 13, 10 and 6) live with my father. I have no idea how to tell them, when we should, or even if we should at this point in time.Any advice on telling children about this illness would be much appreciated.Caren.  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27054,0.htm Caren21 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT My dad is 69 years old and was diagnosed just yesterday :(My husband and I, along with our 3 children, live with my dad.  This all came as such a shock as his general health has been really good. He just coughed up a little blood 2 weeks ago and we took him to see the Doctor and from there he had a chest x-ray and was referred to the Lung specialist. He then had a C.T and Bronchoscopy last Wednesday. He does suffer with Prostate Cancer, which was diagnosed a little over a year ago, but is reacting really well to treatment for that. They have told us that the lung cancer isn't related to the Prostate.We were told that b/c the Cancer has spread to the valves surrounding the heart, surgery isn't an option. They told us that there isn't a cure for this, but we are seeing the Oncologist on Thursday to discuss possible treatments to hold the cancer off for as long as possible. They wouldn't give us any sort of time frame for this and really didn't tell us much of what to expect over the coming months/years.The tumour is 6cm-7cm, but I have absolutely no idea if this is considered to be large....Also my dad has been suffering with awful shoulder pain for the past few months. I guess I'm here for some emotional support and also to ask questions that some of you may have the answers to.Thanks for listening.Caren. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27051,0.htm Caren21 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT My father was recently diagnosed with Stage IIIb (or stage 4 dependong on who you ask) Adenocarcinoma of the lung after developing a large mass in his neck following two heart surguries.  His prognosis has been described as extreamly poor even though he is only 48) based on his recent health issues and he has spent most of the past 6 months in the hospital.  In a cruel twist he was diagnosed the same week that his first grandson was born. He has had one chemo treatment (carboplatin and taxol) and two radiation treatments.  Those sent him into his second to last hospitalization as he became extreamly anemic.   He was eventually discharged to my home and enrolled into a hospice program.  He continued to state that he didn't think that cancer would kill him, and that given the opportunity to reenter treatment he would beat this disease.  I admire that fight greatly but at the same time I know that no onclogist is going to touch him with his health condition at this time.  I was able to arrange a second opinion at my dads request (although I had to travel out of town to get it) and the doctor said that he would be willing to provide palliative chemo with the understanding that it might lengthen my dads time by "weeks but not months" and only if an updated CAT scan did not show brain or bone mets.  He jumped on this opportunity although I am very afraid of how the side effects will effect his remaining time, and he has tolerated it poorly in the past. We took my dad out of the hospice program to get the scans completed and the next day my father went into the hospital with what turned out to be a malignant pleural effusion.  He remains in the hospital although he hopes to return to my home soon.  I have two main questions that I hope someone out there can help me with.  First I love my dad more than anything and I feel cheated out of our future together, but I do not want to see him suffer anymore.  He refuses to sign a DNR and will not turn his pace maker off.  I have tried to talk to him about these issues but he just says "cancer isn't going to get me". He is in complete denial even as he can not stand up/walk/get in bed without the use of a wheelchair and personal assistance.  If there is any way that someone could suggest to discuss this topic more effectively I would greatly appreciate it. Second my dad is still considering the palliative chemo as opposed to hospice.  He has been discouraged from doing this from every oncologist until now (and some say it will kill him before the cancer) but he seems set on it.  If anyone has an experiance or opinion about palliatve chemo vs hospice I would greatly appreciate it. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27007,0.htm Pittsburgh_Pete Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi All,I'm a newbee to this site. I have read so many other messages from this site that I found very helpful.My mom was recently diagnosed as having stage III adenocarcinoma. Excuse me if I sound so foreign about this but I learn things as I go. She was in the hospital for 2 weeks and was finally released last week. She has an appointment to meet with her oncologist next week to discuss treatment options and to find out whether her cancer has spread to her brain - - they took a MRI before she left the hospital. We are all hoping for the best.My dad and my sister have been depressed about this news and seeing my mom so weak just kills all of us. She has lost weight as well. To this day, I still couldn't believe the fact that she has cancer. Do any of you know of anyone who has gone or is currently going through this? It would really help me out a lot to know what questions I need to ask her oncologist during her appointment next week.Thank you in advance. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,26875,0.htm Rocel Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi, I am new and just saw this site.This is like thunder and lighting to me. I was diagnosed lung cancer of non small cel lung cancer of adnocarcinoma with stat IIIb localized in the lung. I was prescribed with Tarceva. I just started last night and did not see the side effects yet. I will communicate with you along the progres.Please advice if you have any. ThanksLannie http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,26714,0.htm patient_L Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT My little sister was just diagnosed Thursday with adenocarcinoma. She is 27 years old, engaged, and has not yet had children. I understand the very real possibility of a hysterectomy, but is there anyone else out there who has had alternative treatment (trachelectomy) in order to preserve fertility? We do not even know what stage she is, so I know this is very premature, but we are all so scared right now... just trying to fact gather before our oncologist appointment. Thanks to everyone in advance! http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,26320,0.htm Sissy2her Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT I have just been diagonized as having Adenocarcinoma which has spread to my chest cavity. I don't know if it has gone beyond that stage at this time but I have an appointment to see an Oncologist within 3 days.  Trouble is I have tried to learn everything I could lay my hand on about the disease but mostly they are technical.  What I need to know it this, what should I expect at the clinic? The cancer was detected in the fluid removed from my left lung and from CT scan even though the Radiologist concluded that these 1cm nodules and lymph nodes found on my check area may have come from blood clot in my left lung, could the test result be wrong? It was stated that I am positive for CK7 but negative for ck20 and one other ck.  What does this mean?I need someone to just tutor me.  Though I plan to do treatment, every information I read suggests that I may be fighting a losing battle and I am prepared for the worse, so, if you will, give it to me direct. Thanks a lot.  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,26103,0.htm MyCancer Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT