Life is not Fair - More Cancer News

[channlluv]

Add my good wishes to the list here. I hope your SIL's prognosis is positive. Cancer research has made real progress the last few years. What worries me is so many people in the family having the same kind of cancer, even though you're not all blood-related. It makes me wonder if there's not some sort of environmental thing going on here. Are you all getting screenings? I hope so.

My best to your SIL, and to all of your family in dealing with this.

Warmly,
Roxy

[gingerale]

I'm so sorry! I can only imagine how devastated you all must feel right now. Definitely sending your family some prayers that both have successful treatments and long term outcomes.

[sbctwin]

{{{{{Spokewench}}}}} I am sorry to hear your news. It just seems we get bombarded with news that make one wonder "why?". I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers...

[Tri Girl]

hugs, Spoke! I don't know what to say but I'm thinking of you... so sad.

[tulip]

Oh, Spoke, so sorry to hear of your recent news. ((((spoke))))

[malkin]

I'm so sorry.
Wishing you all courage and peace for the coming days.

[ilima]

Wow. I'm sorry. So much for your family to bear. I really hope that it was caught early in your SIL.

[twin]

I am so sorry spoke and I hope somehow things will be better for her.

[Aggie_Ama]

What worries me is so many people in the family having the same kind of cancer, even though you're not all blood-related. It makes me wonder if there's not some sort of environmental thing going on here. Are you all getting screenings? I hope so.

Actually, colon cancer is increasing in our country, so hopefully everyone of age is getting screened. It is believed the diets that many Americans follow is leading to a higher rate. While it is shocking that so many in one family that aren't blood are being diagnosed it is not shocking that people are, unfortunately. I have had both my father, his father (who was actually his adoptive parent so not blood) with colon cancer and my mother had pre-cancerous polyps removed. Three unrelated by blood people from 1989-2006.

I took this snippet from WebMd, although I have in past discussed my risks with my own doctor and my husband's gastroenterologist.

Diets high in fat are believed to predispose humans to colorectal cancer. In countries with high colorectal cancer rates, the fat intake by the population is much higher than in countries with low cancer rates. It is believed that the breakdown products of fat metabolism lead to the formation of cancer-causing chemicals (carcinogens). Diets high in vegetables and high-fiber foods such as whole-grain breads and cereals may rid the bowel of these carcinogens and help reduce the risk of cancer.

[Selkie]

Spoke, sending lots of good karma your way.

[Brandi]

I really hope it has been found early and all you will have to worry about is her recovery. I am sending what strength I have left from all my family illness problems (still going on with two younger nieces being very sick, one fatal). Lucky these women here have enough strength to make up for what my lacks right now for you.My good thoughts are with you and your family.

[sundial]

Oh Spoke, I'm so sorry. I don't know why there has to be so much cancer in our families these days. I lost my s-i-l to colon cancer this past summer. As difficult as it was, it brought our family closer together and it taught us to cherish the time we have. I will keep your family in my prayers.

[ASammy1]

Spoke- Any updates? Everyone is thinking about you and your family.

[jesvetmed]

Spoke -- I just found this thread. Just wanted to add my support and good wishes. Hugs to you -- this is all so much. Take care.

[uforgot]

Wow, that doesn't seem fair! Keep us updated and take care.