Colon cancer markers

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Avatar f tn A tumor marker most useful in following the course of treatment in women diagnosed with breast cancer, especially advanced breast cancer. CA 15-3 levels are rarely elevated in women with early stage breast cancer. Cancers of the ovary, lung, and prostate may also raise CA 15-3 levels. Elevated levels of CA 15-3 may be associated with noncancerous conditions, such as benign breast or ovarian disease, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and hepatitis.
408448 tn?1286883821 In January a recurrence was found coming through the rectal colon wall during a colonoscopy. Another tumor was found behind my liver, posssibly coming down from the diaphragm. Because my cancer is mucinous and the primary site was not 100% determined, they sent my slides to U of Chicago. They say my cancer could have been of a GI origin. I began Folfox with Avastin March 2nd. I have had 2 cycles. The first was easy.
Avatar n tn My nephew (40) was diagnosed year ago with Stage 4 colon cancer. 14" of colon was removed, plus small mass outside of colon. 6 mos. chemo followed. Last week, pet scan taken and my nephew wrote (see below) to me today. He starts tomorrow (2/18) another round of chemo: "My tumor markers had spiked from 5 to 19 and now to 600. I had a pet scan late last week and it showed the cancer is active on my liver and abdominal wall. Because it is a mucinous tumor it is inoperable.
Avatar n tn Hello - I am sorry to hear about your mother in law. My grandfather (on my mom's side) was diagnosed with colon cancer in 1980. He was 62 at the time. When they operated on the colon, they discover mets to the liver, but it was too late to operate on the liver. So, they did chemo a couple of times, I believe. He ended up very weak and down with nausea, much like your mother in law. (since I was a kid at the time, I cannot tell you from memory how much was achieved with the chemo alone).
Avatar f tn However, other tests can be done to pinpoint the real origin like tumor markers (CEA for colon cacer, TTF-1 for lung cancer) as this will guide further treatment. Another possibility can also be a new, most unusual, rare, third primary cancer. I hope he biopsy will be uneventful, and that things will be made clear by that time.
Avatar m tn I had 1/2 of my colon removed last June and, even though there was no cancer my blood test showed that there was a really high chance of having a pre-cancer or a cancer in my body. I can't remember the name of the test except it may be something like .... C-26(?) I am going to have the test re-done. I have had a Pap Smear, Mammogram, Cat Scan of my chest and belly, and another Colonoscopy which showed no sign of cancer.
Avatar m tn Have your bowel habits changed? That's the #1 symptom to look for in colorectal cancer. Cancer is usually painless until the tumor grows to where it is pressing on something or taking up too much space, then it would be more than a dull ache. If you've begun to have constipation or diarrhea that's not normal for you, and no other apparent cause; your stools look different, such as have become pencil-shaped; there's blood in your stool - all could be symptoms of cancer.
Avatar f tn 8/09, biopsy showed stage 1 colon cancer. Emergency CT scan on Jan 22 (leak in anastamosis and hospitalized for 3 days) found a cyst on the left ovary. Follow up transvaginal US on Feb. 19/10. CA125 was 32.5. I also have a family history of ovarian cancer (maternal aunt diagnosed at 39) and breast cancer (sister diagnosed at 36). I now have an appointment with the gyn on March 26. I am 49 and have 2 children 22 and 24.
408448 tn?1286883821 IHC for colon cancer usually tests positive for CK20, and negative for CK7. CDX2 may be positive in colon cancers. If you have colon cancer, then K-RAS mutation testing is advisable to predict if you will benefit from a monoclonal antibody called cetuximab (Erbitux). This may be given to you in combination with FOLFIRI chemotherapy (similar to FOLFOX, but oxaliplatin is replaced with irinotecan).
Avatar f tn A CEA value is tumor marker for colon cancer much like other tumor markers it is not a test for cancer but may give some insight. Your period can cause an elevated CA-125 value - also infections, stress can also cause an elevation of the CA-125 value. Good luck with your surgery.
Avatar f tn My husband has been treated for colon cancer with liver mets since 10/2006. He just had his yearly colonoscopy a little over 2 weeks ago which was very good. No polyps, completely clear. Last week he had his cea. When it was checked 2 months ago it was 2.7. This time it is 27. I am wondering if the colonoscopy could have caused enough irritation/inflamation that it raised his cea. The cea level was taken about 2 1/2 weeks post colonoscopy.
Avatar f tn I am 5 years out from my breast cancer diagnosis. Tumor markers were not done with my original oncologist. When she moved I had to choose another oncologist. She started doing tumor markers and I have always been between 19-21. My last two tests were 36 and then two months later 48. Anyone have any experience with this and what might cause the jump? I have had two bouts of lyme disease right about the time of these tests. Could that have an effect on the higher levels???
Avatar f tn 8/09, biopsy showed stage 1 colon cancer. Emergency CT scan on Jan 22 (leak in anastamosis and hospitalized for 3 days) found a cyst on the left ovary. Follow up transvaginal US on Feb. 19/10. Called by my family doc on Feb. 23 to advised CA125 needed and follow up with gynecologist will be scheduled. CA125 was 32.5. I also have a family history of ovarian cancer (maternal aunt diagnosed at 39) and breast cancer (sister diagnosed at 36). I now have an appointment with the gyn on March 26..
897400 tn?1303329148 You don't mention your age - but normally colon cancer occurs at age 40+. If you are much younger then colon cancer is unlikely (but not totally out of the question). Your tiredness might be caused by loss of blood >>>> anaemia. Anyway, you have done the right thing in arranging a prompt colonoscopy.
Avatar f tn The nurse said that this was unreliable because it was so low. Could it be that the cancer was caught early and that it has not spread? She had a CAT scan and it was clear. Is this good?
1305767 tn?1361192676 I have had several patients with localized colitis (crohns disease, ulcerative colitis); chronic appendicitis, right sided diverticulitis, and even cancers (lymphoma and colon cancer--but usually over the age of 40) with similar symptoms. If you are worried, I recommend requesting a consultation with a gastroenterologist who will give you a second opinion and if concerned order the appropriate tests (CT scan and or colonoscopy).
1408491 tn?1284682899 s as a guide to determine if you have the most common form of ovarian cancer, approximately 80% of all ovarian cancers are epitheal ovarian cancer which is cancer of the cells on the surface of your ovary. Please keep in mind that CA-125 can be elevated if your menstruating and some other cuases of inflamation.. There are other types of ovarian cancer that are hormone driven and depending which form a person has there will be excess symptoms of that specific hormone.
Avatar f tn does coughing and wheezing more {as asmatic anyway} have any bearings on colon cancer
Avatar n tn It can also be elevated in smokers. It would be important to know which is the best marker to follow your cancer by. Ask your doctor for your reports of all your CA 125 and CEA results. that way you can keep your own records. If your CA 125 is dropping, that is very reassuring.
Avatar f tn Colon cancer can be extremely hereditary! My mother-in-law has 4th stage colon cancer and it was recommended to my husband and his sister to have a colonoscopy at 40 years old. He did and they found 1 small (3mm) sized tumor that was found to be pre-cancerous. His sister's result was clear. So, that's 50% chance right there. I agree with quinroxanne, be very vigilant! Good luck.
Avatar f tn d with ovca always present positive on those markers. Perhaps similair to Lyme disease markers which even if cured of that disease one always presents positive. Don't quote me on this..
Avatar f tn For many reasons, tumor markers alone are usually not enough to know if cancer is present. Most tumor markers can be made by normal cells as well as by cancer cells. Sometimes, non-cancerous diseases can also cause levels of certain tumor markers to be higher than normal. And not every person with cancer may have higher levels of a tumor marker. For these reasons, only a few tumor markers are commonly used by most doctors.
1026926 tn?1292113815 sorry to hear that. My father was diagnosed with colon Cancer a few months ago, he is only 50. His cancer has spread to his liver and also a little of her lungs. All of the cancer was surgically removed from his liver and is now going through Chemo. Besided the fanny pack he has everyother weekend you would never know he is sick. His Cancer markers have gone from 857(pre-treatment), down to 74 after 4 chemo treatments and his colon resection. There is hope.
Avatar m tn I was diagnosed with colon cancer 8 years ago and they removed 19 inches of my colon at that time. Now, I had a PET scan done a few weeks ago and a spot (size of a lima) bean was found. I was sent to an orthopaedic doctor and he has discussed the scans with 4 radiologist and they will not commit 100% it is not cancer. So, now they ahve requested a CT/biopsy after a consultation with an Interventional radiologist next week. Do you feel this could be cancer?