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Re: CT scan versus MRI (Can I have an MRI instead...

by in Treatments and side effects
March 2010
March 2010
Thanks for your replies, you have put my mind somewhat at rest. It humbling to think that you have put so much thought into your answers, I really appreciate it. I wish i could be so articulate. I will discuss my options with my Dr's next time i see them, but how does everyone else contact them between appointments? I only ever see them now after a blood test or scan. ... View more

CT scan versus MRI (Can I have an MRI instead of ...

by in Treatments and side effects
March 2010
March 2010
I had a Hepatic flexure tumour (adenocarcinoma) discovered in my large intestine, subsequent Right Hemicolectomy then 14 cycles of Chemotherapy and have had 3 CT scans (Chest/Abdo)and another one is coming up soon to monitoring for any abnormalities. Been in the clear for just over 2 years. I'm a bit worried about the safety of having additional CT scans with the high doses of radiation that goes with them. I have read some scientific reports saying that the huge dose of radiation that you get with a CT scan may increase your risk of additional cancers developing later in life (I'm 34). Is anyone being monitored post bowel cancer with a MRI which is magnetic rather than radiation (CT)? I'd much prefer to lay in a small tube for an hour than to end up glowing in the dark after one too many CT scans. The Dr's always quote that its the same radiation as going on a few overseas plane trip's but I'm not so sure. I don't want to incease my future risk if a MRI will give the same infomation. Ant thoughts? Thanks ... View more

Re: Dealing with cancer and being a parent to a yo...

by in Coping with a loved one's cancer
September 2009
September 2009
Just a thought... Hi, just finshed reading “The Last Lecture” by Randy Pausch, about a father preparing his life lessons to hand down to his kids after he recieves a cancer diagnosis which may help you or maybe you could download the actual lecture itself (havn't actually watched it yet just read the book), it may give you some ideas. I have an 21 month old and another on the way and am using some of his suggestions "just in case" and i hope to enjoy watching "my last lecture" with my grandchildren! Hope it helps ... View more
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