History of cancer

[rodeogal 1]

Has anyone had cancer before surgery? Chemo and/or radiation? Particularly colon or abdomen. I'm 10 years out from colon cancer. I went through all the medical clearances and I'm scheduled for September sleeve surgery. Just curious if anyone had any negative effects.

[ChunkCat 707]

I'm in the process of getting approved and had uterine cancer last year. My oncologist is on board and feels the weight loss will actually reduce my chances of recurrence. I didn't do chemo/radiation though because I was diagnosed so young.

I do however have an autoimmune disease that has caused ulcerations of the small intestines and colon in the past. I'm stable on a biologic currently but that may not always be the case and off medications the ulcerations will probably come back. I saw a surgeon and was surprised he advised I get a DS with my history. My GI is not in favor of this plan. I think the sleeve would be a lot safer, so I have an appointment with a second surgeon to see if we can go that route, even if it may not result in as much weight loss as the DS. I also have a family history of cancer of the colon and small intestines and for me being able to have full imaging studies is important as I age, which will be much more complicated with the surgeries that affect the small intestines.

[ChunkCat 707]

Also, this goes without saying, but congratulations on your 10 years of remission! That is a fantastic milestone!

[rodeogal 1]

Thanks so much