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Post by pat perry on Feb 29, 2012 9:32:58 GMT 9
In 2004 at age 58 I had symptoms of colon cancer because I was always too busy at work to think about getting a colonoscopy.
Had colon resection surgey, radiation and chemo. Lost 85 pounds. Took about 18 months to recover. Have been hounding my friends ever since to get a regular colonoscopy. Three of them responded just in time to avert cancer.
So here's a comical reminder that may save your life. Recovery rate is 70% if you catch it in time. Chances are you are in good shape but it's always good to know for sure.
Pat P.
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Post by lindel on Feb 29, 2012 10:57:05 GMT 9
Had my first recently, all good so far...
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Post by Deleted on Feb 29, 2012 11:24:56 GMT 9
Getting ready for my third. THERE"S NOTHING FUNNY ABOUT PHOSPHO FLOW!! Been knocked out both times so far. Just woke up, blew a happy note then went home. Hoping to find a doctor here, dont want to have to go to TUCSON to toot.   and my wife's getting ready for her second. Dont forget women can have problems too. |
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Post by LBer1568 on Feb 29, 2012 23:17:32 GMT 9
My mother died from colon cancer so I am considered "at risk". I have been getting teh scope since I was 50. I had one last June and still no issues.
The worst part of the procedure is drinking the vast amout of laxative the night before. Early detection is always the key.
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