Guest guest Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Hi Everyone, I am mostly a learner on this list serve, but have occasionally posted queries or suggestions. This group has been a wonderful resource to me and I am so lucky to be a part of it. I would appreciate your prayers, as I was diagnosed with colon cancer yesterday ('s 6th birthday). It was a big shock to me and my family, as I have no family history and am in good health. Significant rectal bleeding this past Friday brought me to the emergency room.....everyone was mystified because my hemoglobin was normal and there were no other obvious symptoms. Scary part was that they were almost going to send me home and schedule a colonoscopy for next week, however, I insisted on being admitted, being so scared that I would hemorrhage again (must be something to do with all of the advocacy experience that we have because of our kids) and the colonoscopy on Monday was done. By all accounts the tumor looks early stage, but of course we'll know more after surgery. We are very hopeful for a successful outcome. If there is anyone on our list serv who has been postponing check-ups or something that needs to be addressed, please see your doctor. Our group is especially vulnerable to stress because of what each of us have to do daily for our children and we need to take special care of ourselves. I will continue to check-in when I can and appreciate all of you. Best, McDonnell Mom to , just 6 yrs. old DS-PDD/NOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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