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Aspirin Aids Against Colorectal Cancer - Question ?? What is this ?

 
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GingerLing
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PostPosted: Wed Aug 12, 2009 10:31 pm    Post subject: Aspirin Aids Against Colorectal Cancer - Question ?? Reply with quote
The last few days I've heard a lot of news buzz regarding the use of aspirin and benefits to prevention and post-diagnosis of colorectal cancers. Please keep in mind I don't believe everything I hear or read, but found the news encouraging and would like to learn more.

Aside from the typical news links, are there any forum users that have additional information or expertise they are able to share?

Thanks so kindly in advance,
Ginger
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sheila
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2009 12:25 pm    Post subject: Re: Aspirin Aids Against Colorectal Cancer - Question ?? Reply with quote
wish I could help,but no I haventheard anything. hmmm! Id do alot of research on that beforeId attempt it. People in genral are cautioned about using asprin (it does thin the blood) and may do more damage if used for the wrong thing. be carefull
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PrairiePrincess
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2009 2:17 pm    Post subject: Re: Aspirin Aids Against Colorectal Cancer - Question ?? Reply with quote
Yes, aspirin can interfere with tumour growth. I have not seen any detailed studies on how effective that is, and I am sure that conventional chemo regimens are far, far more effective in disrupting tumour growth than aspirin. You also have to weigh the side effects of regular aspirin (which interferes with clotting) against the benefits.
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DulcimerGal
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PostPosted: Mon Aug 17, 2009 8:59 pm    Post subject: Re: Aspirin Aids Against Colorectal Cancer - Question ?? Reply with quote
There was another article on this today - I have to see my oncologist this coming Friday for a check up and plan to ask him about it. He is with VCU - the Massey Cancer center and really stays up on the latest treatments, plus is very willing to take the time to discuss my concerns.

Most of what I've read specifies Colon cancer - so I am wondering if there are results on rectal tumors.......

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