Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Cancer in the lymph nodes colon cancer sorosis of the liver hepatitis c

Cancer in the lymph nodes colon cancer sorosis of the liver hepatitis c?
just found out mom has sorosis of the liver and hepatitis c and colon cancer they went in took the tumor out and now they are saying the cancer is in her lymph nodes the dr is talking about chemotherapy i always herd once its in the lymph nodes there is nothing u can do for it if i am wrong please help me understand
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I don't know if I can help, but my dad has liver cancer. They told him he only had 3 months to live and that he had to have chemotherapy. We he got a second opinion and found out that the radiation would kill his immune system that wasn't that great to begin with and he probably would be better off with out it. He didn't get the radiation and has been with us for 6 more years and still going strong. I would suggest to your mom to get several opinions so she can make an informed decision.
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go to the hospital and find out about support groups this will help a great deal.
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Your Mom's multiple diagnosis of cirrhosis, hepatitis, and regionalized colon cancer presents a substantial medical challenge. Each of these conditions is extremely serious. You mention lymph node involvement and ask if that means "nothing" can be done. Fortunately, treatments are available for all stages of cancer, including regionalized. You Mom may be offered a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Your Mom's oncologist will conduct testing and imaging to assess the exact location(s) and characteristics of your Mom's cancer. The oncologist will then present a detailed treatment plan based on the stage and nature of her condition. Special attention will be taken due to the cirrhosis and hepatitis. The American Cancer Society is a good resource of information on the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of cancer. I attached their weblink below. Best wishes.

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