SW,

I am so sorry to hear this news. My DH's best friend Chris died of this horrible disease this past March at age 49, leaving behind a wife and four children. He was optimistic and cheerful up until the end. He was unfortunately not diagnosed until the cancer reached Stage 4 due to lack of health insurance, and as a result, it spread to his liver and finally his lungs, despite surgery, multiple chemo and radiation treatments. He lived for several years after his initial diagnosis and surgery, though, must longer than the doctors ever predicted. He was an inspirational man to all those who knew him.

For all those here over 50 or younger with symptoms or a family history, get a colonoscopy! It's so important.

You and your entire family will be in my thoughts....

Emily