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vision2020
vision2020 Member Posts: 34
edited June 2014 in Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

 Seen doc back in  Nov tumor markers went up 6 points from 4 months ago they have alway been on the high side for me but still in normal range. Having a pet scan on Dec 31st I do have R illiac creast pain but I have had that for 2+ yrs had bone scan about 1+ yrs ago and all neg  Now having on and off dull ache on R side Im freaking out its my liver I cant stop thinking that it has spread What does it feel like it when spread to liver..I so need advice Help please.. Joanne..

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  • SpunkyGirl
    SpunkyGirl Member Posts: 1,568
    edited December 2010

    Joanne,

    I know it's hard not to freak out.  We've all been where you are.  Honestly, I've had a lot of times like this where I thought for sure something was going on and I was wrong.  I hope you are too. I've heard that the best thing to do is follow the two week rule.  If it is still bothering you after two weeks, call your Oncologist and get it checked out.  Many Oncologists don't follow tumor markers.  They aren't usually accurate.

    Many Hugs

    Bobbie

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  • konakat
    konakat Member Posts: 6,085
    edited December 2010

    Hi Joanne,

    When it's spread to the liver it often doesn't feel like anything at all.  Or, it could feel like you're wearing a belt too tight - like a dull pressure.  There can be little, sharp twinges once in a while.

    It also could be non-cancerous -- such as gall bladder problems, digestive problems, other things I can't think of at the moment.

    The PET scan you have coming up will let you know.  if you haven't already, let your onc know your concerns.  Please, please assume it's nothing to worry about.  That you're fine, OK?  Many times I've read women worrying about this and it turns out to be nothing at all.  Hugs,

    Elizabeth

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  • pip57
    pip57 Member Posts: 12,401
    edited January 2011

    I have just returned from doctor visit for the same reason.  I am booking a US but so far the doctor is leaning towards gallbladder.  Hope so!

    Let us know how you are doing? 

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  • TriciaK
    TriciaK Member Posts: 362
    edited January 2011

    My friend had liver mets with no symptoms at all for months and then just a swollen tummy, your pain does'nt sound like mets and I'm sure it'll be something less serious:)

    Tricia x

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  • vision2020
    vision2020 Member Posts: 34
    edited January 2011

    Well got news the other day ..Pet scan clear..Woot woot  Thanks to all of you who post..

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  • Nana60
    Nana60 Member Posts: 60
    edited January 2011

    Thanks for sharing your great results!!

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