Colon Cancer Support Group

Hi,
I am about a month post surgery and about a month and a half away from chemo. I am 43 and scared most of the time. I have had several emotional meltdowns and I think more people should have meltdowns they really seem to get out a lot of hurt and frustration. I hope that you are able to find some peace in your heart. I lost my older brother so I feel your pain. I strongly recommend seeing your doctor to discuss some anti anxiety meds. The med they put me on the hospital and sent me home with has helped me cope with some very difficult situations, it also lets me shut off at the end of the day so I can rest and try to heal. I am going to say a prayer for you, I am glad you found this web site. I have only been using it for a couple of days myself but the people here have helped me learn to start dealing with the "monster" as you put it. I hope you find the help you need to get through such a horrible time in your life.

I hate Colon Cancer! It has taken away soooo many loved ones!!! I totally believe in early detection. God is with you Enchantment. Love you, Niecy.

God loves you too KC714!!! Hugs, Niecy.

Unfortunately, I lost my grandmother to lung cancer. (She was like a mother to me). I was diagnosed with colon cancer a year before she died. I was utterly shocked to be diagnosed with cancer so earl in life... I was 35 then, I am 2 years into my own battle. Anyway... because of the numerouse brothers and sisters that my grandmother had who also died of cancer, I have always sort of assumed that I would probably get cancer, but I expected it to be when I was older... i.e, maybe my 60's. So, yes, coping is tough. You have to find your way through it ... One Day at a Time .... That's the only way I can do it. I try not to think far ahead, because then I'm inundated with concerns for what will it be then vs. now. So, I just take each day... the gift is in the day...living. And, I have a lovely family who is very supportive of me. I have a prince for a husband, and a 3year old sweet baby boy. Both of them keep me sane.

It's tougher on some days than others. Exercise, getting out in the sunshine, getting together with others for a little while, reading, praying, singing, dancing, laughing... or screaming... all helps.

There are meds out there too that will help. And there is no shame in taking something if you need to. Do what YOU need to do for YOU. It's okay to take care of you so that you can enjoy your days, and not dread or feel axious about how to live.

Take Care! Take Hope!