Diagnosis & Treatment

CANCER TYPE
Colorectal Cancer
AGE DIAGNOSED
54 years old
Medical Center
U Chicago Medicine - Chicago IL
Surgeon
Dr. Hymen - Chicago IL
Oncologist
Dr. Blase N. Polite - Chicago IL
Clinical Trials
Yes - Oxoliplatin, leukovorin, 5FU combination. FOLFOX Chemotherapy (FOLFOX is a chemotherapy regimen that involves taking three medications: folinic acid, fluorouracil, and oxaliplatin. It's most often used in combination with other cancer treatments to treat late-stage colorectal cancer).
Medical Treatment
Chemotherapy
Radiation
Details of Treatment
I had 28 rounds of targeted radiation and FOLFOX chemotherapy following (8 total treatments). After a 12 week waiting period I had all the scans and examinations to determine date and depth of surgery - and was clear!
Medication During Treatment
FOLFOX, oxoliplatin, leukovorin, 5FU combination
Alternative Therapies During Treatment
Ayurvedic medicine
Homeopathy
Chiropractor
Naturopath
Therapy (saw a traditional therapist)
Meditation
Sound healing / frequency
Supplements
Yoga
Reiki
IV Therapy
Exercise
Cannabis
No sugar
No alcohol
WHAT CANCER TAUGHT ME
My mantra during treatment was: “I am cancer free!" I am just waiting for my body to catch up with what my mind already knows.
Supplements
It has varied over the course of years. I used the RGCC protocol (a test for patient's seeking personalized cancer testing, monitoring, and combination of supplements to maintain health) which varies due to buildup of sensitivity to any substance over time. They test your blood, determine which supplements have cytotoxic effects on the circulating tumor cells (CTC) in your blood.
WHAt helped me during treatment
Supplements and essential oils.
Favorite Quote
“I AM CANCER FREE! I am just waiting for my body to catch up with what my mind already knows.”
Advice for Others
Advice I’d give anyone newly diagnosed: research all your alternatives and do EVERYTHING together. It doesn’t matter which one works, just throw the whole kitchen sink at it. Everyone thought I was over the top (and continue to be over the top) yet here I am, clear, living life to the fullest (but restricted diet, etc.). I am happier and healthier than I’ve ever been!

My Story

My mantra during treatment was: “I AM CANCER FREE! I am just waiting for my body to catch up with what my mind already knows.” I’m also deeply Christian and rely on God’s control, guidance, and support daily in His Word. 

Advice I’d give anyone newly diagnosed: research all your alternatives and do EVERYTHING together. It doesn’t matter which one works, just throw the whole kitchen sink at it. Everyone thought I was over the top (and continue to be over the top) yet here I am, no evidence of disease (NED) living life to the fullest (but restricted diet, etc.). I am happier and healthier than I’ve ever been!

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