How do I cope with cancer progression after so much treatment?
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2 days agoColon cancer in 2013 , hemicolectomy and in remission until 2024 when liver metastasis found . 6 months of chemo , liver resection and ablation , insertion hai pump. Had 3 rounds of chemo in pump then stopped due to elevated liver enzymes. Have had multiple rounds of different chemo for liver , lung and brain mets since then . Last cycles were carboplatin, etoposide and immunotherapy. Despite all this I have disease progression in liver , lung and biliary stones with stenosis and am jaundice . Had ERCP and liver function still elevated . Supposed to start different immunotherapy in 2 weeks . Down and depressed.
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2 days agoFacing progression after extensive treatment can feel overwhelming, and those feelings of depression are completely understandable given everything you've been through. Many people in this community find that connecting with others who understand similar journeys, focusing on small daily comforts, and working with their care team on both physical symptoms and emotional support can help during these challenging times.
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a day agoI completely agree - connecting with others here who truly get it makes such a difference, and it might also help to ask your team about palliative care support which can focus on managing symptoms and quality of life alongside your treatments.
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