rickker20's Cancer Blog
March 10, 2010
It’s been 2 weeks since I have finish chemo and I’m feeling great. I just saw my rectal surgeon and he check me out and says everything has heal and we are ready in April to start testing my lower bowels for reversal surgery. I have schedule my surgery for May 28th. I will also be getting a Pet-scan on early May. Well I’m off to Las Vegas next week for a 4 day vacation. I really need it.
Rick
Feeling great and off to Las Vegas next week!!!!!!!!, 
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February 28, 2010
I’m done with my chemo treatments. It has taken a big toll on my body. My hands are numb and my finger tips have turn dark color. Also my hair is very thin. Thank God it was only 6 treatments I don’t know if I could have handle any more. I’m still getting over the last treatment it usually takes me one week to start to feel better. I will be going to work full time tomorrow knowing I don’t have to do chemo next week what a great feeling. I also have trip set up in March to Las Vegas this will be my first vacations since I was told I had cancer back in June. I want to thanks all my friends for all your support thur all the months and also I’m going to missed Cheryl she was one of the first person to give me hope when I arrived here. Now off to get back my life back to normal and to enjoy everyday like is my last one.
Rick
I have reach the finish line!!!!!!!!, 7 comments)
Yay, you made it! Proud to have you in the finish line corner…love the picture of you and your cat. I have two cats, and they are very comforting to have around…especially at nap time. ;)
Take care and continue to heal!
Larissa
Posted on Whoo hoo! Way to go! I’ve been finished with chemo 4 months now and still have neuropathy in my hands and feet. My doctor told me to take vitamin b-6 3 times a day. It’s helping some, but he said it could take a year. In some cases that numbness and tingliness never goes completely away. the hair grows back too! :) Mine is coming in, its like baby hair, but it’s coming in. Congrats on getting back to work, that helped me tremendously when I returned to work. Keep positive and I am sure you will be wonderful!
Amy
Posted on Rick—
Congratulations! You did it! I’m very happy for you and I hope that soon your life will return to normal. I’m sure you are anxious to get back to work. Your vacation sounds wonderful and I hope you have a great time—you SO deserve it! Take care and keep us posted on how things are going. Take care and may God bless.
Martha
Posted on Big Hugs,
Eva
That is great! Stay positive, the worst is over right. Congratulations.
Posted on Congratulations. I finished my chemo Feb. 11th, 2010. I have the numbness and tingling in my fingers and feet, I also have alot of leg pain. I am hoping this will gradually get better. I am just so excited that I am done with chemo. Hang in there, things will get better now.
Posted on Yeahhhhh congratulations You did it…Stay strong and Possitive and stay in touch with bfac. I will be wishing you well wishes everyday..
Pat
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Thanks for your support - 
hi, rick. that is so exciting that you are planning the reversal surgery. i am sure you will be so relieved when that is done. enjoy your vacation to vegas… and win yourself some money. God bless you. debby
Hi Rick—
I’m so glad to hear that you are doing well and anticipating reversal surgery in a couple of months. I’m sure you are anxious for that day to arrive. I hope you have a great time in Vegas. I don’t know if you play the slots or not, but if so, I hope you hit a huge jackpot! Good luck and have fun!
Martha
Glad to hear you are feeling great! Woo Hoo on te reversal. I had mine in September and could not be happier!
Kathy
Rick,
I am so happy you are feeling better! Have a fun and safe trip you deserve it!
Big Hugs,
Eva
Rick,
Can you hear me screaming hooray for you? Well, I am. Good job, May 28th is right around the corner! Have fun in Vegas, you deserve it.
Bo
That is so awesome Rick! Only two weeks and you are feeling well is fantastic and makes me optimistic! I am almosy half way through and I am beat! Can’t wait for our vacation this summer! Much lovE!