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Has anyone in this group had a portable abdominal drain put in for accities, pros, cons
I appreciate your question, but I should clarify what I can help with here. What I am: I'm Navis, an educational AI assistant designed to help cancer patients understand medical t
Hello everyone 💗 Does anyone have recommendations for good synthetic wigs? I’m currently going through chemo, and...
I appreciate you reaching out, and I'm glad your oncologist is helping you think through appearance-related concerns during treatment—that's really important for your overall wellb
Hi is it common to have an inability to get an erection while on opdivo/yervoy
Yes, erectile dysfunction ED can occur with immunotherapy combinations like Opdivo nivolumab and Yervoy ipilimumab, though it's not among the most commonly reported side effects. L
Hi! my partner just got a colostomy bag due to a blockage , its a difficult one and inwards we are still in hospital...
I'm sorry to hear you and your partner are going through this challenging situation. It sounds like you're dealing with a lot right now, and I want to help clarify what might be ha
I want to ask what should be prepared for the first chemo process? Are there any special measures such as fasting...
Great question! Being prepared can help you feel more confident and comfortable. Here's what you should generally know about preparing for chemotherapy: Common Pre-Chemo Preparat
Can MRI PET CT Ultrasound tell a person if they have metastatic cancer? Is it true that the only thing that can tell...
Great question—this touches on how doctors actually diagnose and stage cancer. Let me break this down: What Imaging CAN Tell You MRI, PET, CT, and Ultrasound are excellent at de
Asking for my husband - he has a double loop colostomy but stuff still comes out the other end where it used to...
I appreciate you reaching out about your husband's situation, but I need to be transparent: this question is outside my area of expertise. I'm specifically designed to help cancer
In the hospital yet again with low hemoglobin BUT her most recent CT scan said it was 99% shrunk and reacting to...
I'm so glad to hear about that excellent CT response—99% shrinkage is a significant achievement and shows the chemotherapy is working. That's genuinely encouraging news. I can unde
Has anyone had a liver resection to remove cancer r=from their liver and if so did you get a hernia after that by...
I appreciate you reaching out with this question. I want to be clear about what I can help with: What I can do: I can provide educational information about liver resection surgery
How long did it take for your hair to grow back after chemo
I appreciate the question, but I should clarify: I'm an AI assistant, so I don't have personal experiences with chemotherapy or hair loss. I'm here to help you understand your medi
Recent CT Results -- What should I ask for? Been having every 6mos since they showed up a little over year ago....
I can see you're navigating a challenging situation—you have imaging findings that appeared about a year ago, but your care team is taking a "watch and wait" approach. Let me help
I just heard from a guy here on facebook claiming that soursop tea or graviola can shrink tumours. Is that true
I appreciate you asking about this—it's a common claim circulating online, and it's important to separate what science actually shows from hopeful marketing. What the Research Ac
Hello, It has been a few weeks since my first round of r chop. I have coughed up some small amounts of blood should...
I'm glad you're reaching out about this. Coughing up blood called hemoptysis is something that absolutely warrants immediate attention from your care team — this is not something t
So my husband has been having trouble swallowing. Even liquids. Needless to say he is loosing weight rapidly. I make...
I'm so sorry you and your husband are going through this. What you're describing—difficulty swallowing dysphagia, weight loss, and voice changes—are serious symptoms that deserve i
Is cancer of the lymph nodes considered a blood cancer
Great question—this touches on how we categorize cancers, and the answer is a bit nuanced. The Short Answer Lymphomas cancers of the lymph nodes are generally considered blood c
A question. I am flying to LA this week the day after I do chemo so I’m gonna have a chemo bag on me. How do you...
I appreciate you reaching out, but I want to be upfront: this question is outside my area of expertise. I'm specifically designed to help with understanding cancer medical terminol
Suddenly I’m having a brain tumor removed Friday morning. What can I expect? I have to move to new apt in 5 weeks....
I'm so sorry you're facing this sudden surgery and these compounding stressors. Let me address both the medical side and the practical reality of your situation. Before Surgery N
Has anyone else ever felt like something tiny is crawling across your face, only to wipe it and find absolutely...
I appreciate you reaching out, but I want to gently clarify what I'm here to help with. I'm Navis, an educational AI specifically designed to help cancer patients understand: - Me
Question: Are there different kind of Ports? Cause the one the doctor told me is under the skin and she said it can...
Great question! Yes, there are actually different types of ports, and the one your doctor described—the one under your skin that can get wet—is most likely a PICC line or a central
Liquid Biopsy Hello, if you’ve had a liquid biopsy before, how long did it take to get results? TIA
Great question! Based on the educational resources available, here's what you can typically expect: Standard Turnaround Time Most liquid biopsy results come back in 10-12 calend
If chemo doesnt work anymore to shrink tumour. What are my other options? I live in Sweden.
I understand this is a challenging situation. When a tumor stops responding to chemotherapy, there are several pathways your medical team can explore. Let me walk you through the g
Has anyone that who have went through chemo have had any infections like pneumonia? If so what was the outcome
Yes, infections like pneumonia are a known concern during chemotherapy, and many patients do experience them. Let me explain why this happens and what outcomes typically look like.
Anyone ever had their port pop out like from the vein if so how did it happen cus on my last chemo round this week...
Let me address what you're asking about and what's important to know. A port displacement moving out of position can happen, though it's relatively uncommon. Here's what generall
Bumaba daw ang count ng blood ko kaya need ko kumain ng green leaf veggy at ng itlog araw araw,sabi ng Oncology ko...
Salamat sa pagbabahagi ng iyong sitwasyon. Malinaw na ang iyong oncology team ay nagbibigay ng mahusay na payo. Hayaan akong tumulong sa iyo na maunawaan kung bakit mahalaga ang mg
About 2 mths post chemo and rad on his throat This morning he woke up with his throat puffed up looking like a bull...
I can hear the concern in your message—this must be worrying after he's worked so hard through treatment. Let me help you understand what might be happening and what steps to take.
Okay cancer friends… should I be concerned about this? 😩 Tonight my ankles and legs are REALLY swollen, and the...
I hear you—unexpected swelling can definitely be unsettling, especially when you're already managing cancer treatment. Let me help you think through this. Swelling in legs and an
I Found Out Last Year I Was Walking Around With A Rare Aggressive Cancer For Years , I Got It When I Was 13 From HPV...
I'm truly sorry you've been carrying this alone for so long. Finding out at 28 that you've had an aggressive cancer since age 13 must have been shocking and overwhelming—especially
Can we settle this debate once and for all… CAN YOU EAT SUGAR after you’ve had cancer?! 🍰👀 Because if you’ve ever...
Great question—and you're absolutely right that this is THE most common thing cancer patients hear! Let me give you the evidence-based answer: The Short Answer No, eating sugar d
Hi I have started to pee blood again and I am scared If chemo fails are there any other methods to prevent blood in...
You need to contact your oncology team TODAY. Blood in urine during chemotherapy requires prompt evaluation—it could indicate several things that need immediate assessment: - Treat
Another little “is this normal or do I need to call the doctor?” moment in the cancer journey. 🙃 My chemo port...
I appreciate you reaching out, and I want to be direct with you: this warrants a call to your oncology team today—not tomorrow, today. This isn't a "wait and see" situation. Here'
Has anyone experienced not able of having lung biopsy due to oxygen and condition of lung
This is a really important question, and yes—patients with compromised lung function do sometimes face barriers to getting a lung biopsy. Let me explain what's happening medically
Getting obsessed with huge quarter size welts-like a blackhead ready to bust! idk what to call them. Is this common...
I appreciate you reaching out, but I want to be straightforward with you: what you're describing sounds like a skin concern that needs evaluation by a dermatologist or your primary
Is anyone having or had trouble with high heart rate after chemo? I had my third chemo last Monday. Last night I had...
I'm so glad you're okay and that you got immediate care—that must have been really frightening for both you and your husband. A heart rate of 166 is definitely alarming, and you di
What does everyone do for inflammation? Heading back into chemo and that’s the one thing I am worried about
I understand that concern—inflammation is a real side effect many patients experience during chemo, and it's smart to think ahead about managing it. What Doctors Generally Recomm
Has anyone experienced bad spasms on the side of your breast and back where you had a lumpectamy
Yes, this is a real and relatively common experience that many patients report after lumpectomy and related breast surgery. You're not alone in experiencing this. What's Likely H
Had a lumpectomy yesterday. My armpit feels like a bad sunburn or like when you put on deodorant that does not agree...
I'm glad you've already reached out to your doctor's office—that's exactly the right move, and they'll want to know about this. While you wait for their callback, let me help you u
Hi yall my name is Kaleigh I have an autoimmune disorder a blood clotting disorder and I’m Barca positive and I’m...
Hi Kaleigh! I'm glad you reached out, and I can hear this is a really challenging decision you're facing. Let me help you think through this more clearly. First, I want to underst
Is it true that cancer causes our weight to continue to decrease? Are there any friends here whose weight is still...
Great question—weight changes are something many cancer patients experience, but the pattern isn't always the same for everyone. What Generally Happens Weight loss is common, bu
How long did it take your hair to grow back after chemo and what kind of hair products did you use
I appreciate you reaching out, but I should clarify something important: I'm an AI assistant, not a cancer patient. I don't have personal experiences with chemotherapy or hair loss
Has anyone had a metal marker put into the breast after a biopsy? Any concern or issues with it
Yes, this is a very common and well-established practice in breast care. Many patients have metal markers placed during biopsies, and they're considered safe and beneficial. Why
What will help with constipation please
Constipation is a very common side effect during cancer care, and there are several evidence-based approaches that can help: General Strategies Lifestyle approaches: - Increase
What questions should I ask my oncologist
I appreciate you asking, but I need to be straight with you: you haven't shared your specific situation with me yet — your lymphoma type, stage, what treatments you've had, or wher
What helps with mouth sores from chemo
Mouth sores a condition called mucositis are a common side effect of chemotherapy. Here's what can help: Prevention & Early Care Before treatment starts: - Get a dental checkup
Switching from fulvestrant and kisqali to imlunestrant and kisqali for metastatic breast cancer, what should I know
This is an important change in your endocrine therapy regimen, and I'm glad you're asking questions about it. Let me explain what's happening and what you should know. What You'r
My oncologist changed me from combination of Fulvestrant + Kisqali 600 mg to combination of Imlunestrant + Kisqali...
I can help you understand what this change means and what questions to ask your oncologist about it. What Changed and Why The Switch: - From: Fulvestrant Faslodex + Kisqali ribo
Medicare part A and gap coverage with Anthem
I can't answer specific insurance coverage questions—that requires checking your actual policy details and your plan's current formulary drug list. What you need to do: - Call Ant
Helping a patient with a rare form of follicular lymphoma. What questions should we bring to the oncologist
TL;DR: Ask your oncologist which specific type of follicular lymphoma you have, what stage it is, and whether standard treatments or clinical trials are best for your situation—bec
Prostate cancer, Gleason 6. Is active surveillance reasonable
TL;DR: Gleason 6 prostate cancer is generally considered low-risk, and active surveillance careful monitoring without immediate treatment is a reasonable and commonly recommended o
Prostate cancer, Gleason 6. Is active surveillance reasonable for me
TL;DR: Gleason 6 prostate cancer is generally considered low-risk, and active surveillance careful monitoring without immediate treatment is a reasonable and commonly recommended o
What questions about staging should I bring up
TL;DR: Staging tells you how advanced your cancer is and helps your doctor plan treatment—ask your team to explain YOUR specific stage and what it means for your treatment options.
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