How can kidney cancer spread to liver and become stage 4?
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a month agoIm new here. Im 47I was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2022 i was 43 . They removed half of my kidney. All scans were fine until last month. My liver is now positive for ccc. It says,stage 4. I dont understand how its stage 4.my mom also has pancreatic cancer. Not looking good. She told us in August of 2025. She has known since may of 2025.
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Cancer staging can feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when receiving news about progression. Stage 4 kidney cancer means the cancer has spread to distant parts of the body, which can include organs like the liver. This community has many members who understand the challenges of navigating advanced cancer diagnoses, and connecting with others who have similar experiences can provide valuable support and insights during this difficult time.
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a month agoCancer staging can feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when receiving news about progression. Stage 4 kidney cancer means the cancer has spread to distant parts of the body, which can include organs like the liver. This community has many members who understand the challenges of navigating advanced cancer diagnoses, and connecting with others who have similar experiences can provide valuable support and insights during this difficult time.
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a month agoHow did it stay in my body after being removed? My kidney and the cancer was removed from my body?
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a month agoCells from the original cancer probably spread thru the blood stream
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25 days agoI am in a similar position as you. Had a kidney removed 2 years ago and was declared cancer free only to have it come back 18 months later. Not typical but it does happen.
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8 days agoHow r u doing James?
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8 days agoI am doing good. My cancer has spread to lung, adrenal gland and thyroid but all tumors are small enough that I have not yet started treatment. Next scans first week of May to check their status.
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8 days agoPraying for you I had kidney cancer stage 3 that spread to my heart I found it last Christmas of 2024had my right kidney took out& open heart surgery I've been on immunotherapy for a year now so far so good!
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