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post Mar 22 2025, 03:03 PM, updated 9 months ago

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One of my staff just got admitted into the hospital due to bleeding profusely whilst in the loo. Got a CT scan and here's the result she just texted me

Impression:

1.Enhancing mass of ascending colon with pericolonic and abdominal lymphadenopathy, associated luminal stenosis and proximal colonic dilatation.

2. Ill-defined segment 5 liver lesion, suspicious of liver metastasis. The rest of the well-defined liver lesions likely liver cysts.

So within the span of a year I have seen my wife getting diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, my aunt with stage 3 lung cancer and one of my long time staff who's been with me for 12 over years get diagnosed with colon cancer that has spread to her liver.

The fuck man. It's damn tiring living day by day hearing loved ones getting cancer.
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post Mar 22 2025, 03:44 PM

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QUOTE(lorkh @ Mar 22 2025, 03:34 PM)
Do you think is due to their lifestyle? eg. too much stress.. too much processed food in their diet.. or too much sugar?
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My wife one from the pregnancy.

My aunt? Cooking in an enclosed kitchen for 10 over years without ventilation

My staff? Strong family history of cancer.


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post Mar 22 2025, 07:21 PM

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QUOTE(Starbucki @ Mar 22 2025, 05:03 PM)
How did her pregnancy give her cancer tho?
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QUOTE(hoonanoo @ Mar 22 2025, 07:13 PM)
Did I catch you right?

Are you saying your wife gotten cancer from pregnancy?
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Yes bros.

She had mastitis because her breasts were big and she ignored the cyst that formed after. Then it turned cancerous.

So yeah they say pregnancy prevents breast cancer isn't true
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post Mar 22 2025, 08:01 PM

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QUOTE(hoonanoo @ Mar 22 2025, 07:26 PM)
Sorry to hear this.

How to detect the cyst?

would massage breast after birth to prevent blocked milk duct, help prevent any blockage or inflammation?
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Only found out when I saw her nipplea started inverting. So yeah knew it was bad news
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post Mar 22 2025, 09:41 PM

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QUOTE(Starbucki @ Mar 22 2025, 08:25 PM)
How old was she then?
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38 bro.

Late pregnancy
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post Mar 22 2025, 11:53 PM

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QUOTE(Ttbatdtptsm @ Mar 22 2025, 11:45 PM)
I think its true among chinese its more prevalent

Cancer prevalence by race in Malaysia varies significantly across ethnic groups, reflecting differences in genetics, lifestyle factors, and possibly access to healthcare. Based on available data, here’s an overview of cancer prevalence by race in Malaysia as of the most recent reports:

- **Chinese**: The Chinese population in Malaysia tends to have the highest cancer incidence rates among the major ethnic groups. For instance, the age-standardized rate (ASR) for cancer among Chinese men is approximately 106 per 100,000, and for Chinese women, it is about 117 per 100,000, according to the Malaysia National Cancer Registry Report (MNCRR) 2012-2016. Breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and lung cancer are notably prevalent, with Chinese women showing a higher incidence of breast cancer (41 cases per 100,000) compared to other groups.

- **Malays**: Malays generally have lower cancer incidence rates compared to the Chinese but have seen an increasing trend over time. The ASR for Malay men was reported at 70.7 per 100,000 and for Malay women at 81.9 per 100,000 in earlier reports, with a noticeable rise by the 2012-2016 period. Common cancers among Malays include breast cancer (32 cases per 100,000 women), colorectal cancer, and lung cancer. The increase in incidence may be linked to changing lifestyles and urbanization.

- **Indians**: The Indian population in Malaysia shows a moderate cancer incidence rate, lower than the Chinese but higher than Malays in some contexts. The ASR has historically been higher than Malays but showed a decrease by the 2012-2016 period. For Indian women, breast cancer incidence is around 38 cases per 100,000. Indians also have a unique pattern with lower gastric cancer rates despite a high prevalence of *H. pylori* infection, a phenomenon referred to as the "Indian enigma."

Key observations:
- Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women across all ethnic groups, with the highest rates among Chinese, followed by Indians, and then Malays.
- Colorectal cancer is a leading cancer among men, particularly high among the Chinese, followed by lung and prostate cancers.
- The Chinese population consistently shows the highest overall cancer burden, possibly due to dietary habits, genetic predispositions, or higher rates of screening and diagnosis.
- Malays have historically had lower rates, but these are rising, potentially reflecting shifts in diet, reduced physical activity, and increased obesity.
- Indians exhibit specific patterns, such as higher metabolic syndrome-related risks, which may influence cancer prevalence differently.

These insights are drawn from the Malaysia National Cancer Registry Report 2012-2016 and other studies, with the situation likely evolving by 2025 due to ongoing demographic and lifestyle changes. For the most current and detailed breakdown, data beyond 2021 (e.g., the MNCRR 2017-2021) would be ideal, but based on trends, the Chinese remain the most affected, followed by Indians and Malays. If you need more specific cancer type breakdowns or updated figures, let me know, and I can refine the response further!
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If it's alcohol it should be Indians and Chinese. So what are we eating wrong that's not great? Our food isn't laden with coconut milk and fat.

Legit question
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post Mar 23 2025, 12:29 AM

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QUOTE(kkkw80 @ Mar 23 2025, 12:03 AM)
Sorry and scary to hear this.

Recently did full body and comprehensive blood test, was so worried 3 days waiting for results but luckily only slightly high cholesterol and blood sugar, cancer marker 5 test all negative. Was a huge relief.

Also detected no Hepatitis A protection but B got, took jab immediately.

I always believe live life now and not wait till you retire, it might never come!
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My staff did do her blood test last two weeks ago. CEA is a tumour marker for colon cancer and it was normal. Oncologist say the best one of colonoscopy and a CT scan
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post Mar 23 2025, 03:24 PM

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QUOTE(jojolicia @ Mar 23 2025, 02:45 PM)
I requested a biopsy at least, dr (endocrine specialist/ surgeon) said not necessary yet. Even I do now it's not conclusive.

Am likely to seek 2nd opinion on this.
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Go to a cancer hospital and beacon is your best bet. You are the best advocate for your own health.
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post Mar 25 2025, 12:53 PM

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QUOTE(gobiomani @ Mar 25 2025, 12:41 PM)
This is not scientific but I think it is due to soy sauce. Chinese love soy sauce and put it on all their food. Do you how unhygienically these are made? Too much of anything can be a problem.
Among my friends and colleagues there is a very high proportion of Chinese who get cancer compared to other races.
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Hmmm... I think I need to reconsider using it in my house. Thank you for the heads up
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post Mar 26 2025, 09:04 AM

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QUOTE(NinG @ Mar 26 2025, 08:55 AM)
My aunt just passed away this morning. 2nd funeral I attended this year, and it's just March.

Haih. I dont know what to say.
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I'm sorry to hear this. I reckon she succumbed to cancer?
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post Mar 26 2025, 09:17 AM

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QUOTE(NinG @ Mar 26 2025, 09:13 AM)
Today one is deteriorating kidney function. Origin cause i forgot, but she refused to get treatment. Then her family still on her with oxygen for 33 days in ICU. Doesn't wanna let go, while got bleeding from nose, eye, ear already.
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Ah shit. Our country is backwards when other countries are recognizing self euthanization. A respectful way to go out on one's terms
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post Mar 26 2025, 09:19 AM

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QUOTE(romuluz777 @ Mar 26 2025, 09:18 AM)
Wife's cancer was only detected during her pregnancy ?
Stay strong and may she recover well.
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Sorry to be pedantic but metastatic breast cancer is incurable. Once kena it's forever until death comes knocking
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post Mar 26 2025, 02:55 PM

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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Mar 26 2025, 02:47 PM)
Not true. Metastatic cancer can be cured with immunotherapy. They did it with some mets tumour to the brain. But there is a catch. Not everyone responded to it. For non responder they found the cause. Usually lacking the bacteria akkermansia in the gut. You can search up what I just said. That's why I have been telling you food is very important. Eating pomegranate is one of the way to grow akkermansia.
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Bro.

MBC is incurable. Full stop. I know this because four oncologist have told us this. I did my reading on my wife's diagnosis. I suggest you too.
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QUOTE(watzisname @ Mar 27 2025, 05:21 PM)
Sorry to hear this man.. meaning it's spread to other parts of the body? How are you guys coping with it?
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The meds she's taking is keeping her stable. Those meds? 6k per month.
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post Mar 27 2025, 09:29 PM

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QUOTE(cms @ Mar 27 2025, 08:39 PM)
Claimable under medical card right ? If kenot then admit 1/2 day.

Ownself pay susah lah 6k p.m.

Can share which are the expensive medicine ?
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Capivasertib (truqap)
Ribociclib (kisqali)
AI suppression (fulvestrant) (injection once a month)
And one more injection for testical cancers (forgot the name) injection once a month


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post Mar 27 2025, 09:30 PM

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QUOTE(staind @ Mar 27 2025, 09:21 PM)
My bro in law, 31 years old got diagnosed with rare neuro-endocrine carcinoma, small cell recently.
He was fine during CNY and the next week after stage developed some bulging at his throat. Things been moving very fast since then.

The cancer has also spread to his spinal bone. It is at stage 4. Currently just completed 2nd cycle of chemo + immunotherapy.

It feels so devastating that this is happened to my family member.
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The chemo and immunotherapy is expensive right? My aunts chemo I think almost the 8th round. Total spent so far 130k.
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QUOTE(Starbucki @ Mar 29 2025, 06:40 AM)
Tis at public or private hospital?
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private bro

We did ask public. The doctor said goverment don't have the funds to support this so those who get it will get it for a month. Then stop. Then others get it. Sometimes don't even have supply.

So if you cannot afford those meds...you essentially die

 

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