RIP Mox or Dawson

[Hedgelj]

James Van der Beek passed away today
Varsity Blues
Dawson's Creek
etc

Only 48
stage 3 colorectal cancer

 

[bowhunter1023]

"Hey, Mox, you skinny ass bitch, let's roll!"

Varsity Blues was an iconic movie at a pivotal moment in my life having been a HS football player when it was released. Never been one to idolize actors, but he was always one I liked.

 

[Deersurgeon]

James Van der Beek passed away today
Varsity Blues
Dawson's Creek
etc

Only 48
stage 3 colorectal cancer

Very unfortunate and this is the first I have heard of.

FYI the newest recommendations for colon cancer screening is now 45 years of age (irregardless of family history) and a majority of colon cancer is preventable with screening by removing the polyps that will turn into cancer during the colonoscopy. In addition it allows for earlier detection of cancer that can be treated with surgery before it spreads to the lymph nodes which then requires chemotherapy and also unfortunately has poorer survival rates. We are seeing too high rates of colon cancer in younger patients that we cannot explain (concerning for diet and possibly other additives in processed foods) and in my opinion screening needs to be at least 40 years of age.

This is probably more than anyone wants to hear about on TOO but everyone needs to get screened with a colonoscopy or even a cologuard (stool sample test). Take care of yourself and your family members as these things can sneak up on us before it’s too late.

 

[Hedgelj]

Very unfortunate and this is the first I have heard of.

FYI the newest recommendations for colon cancer screening is now 45 years of age (irregardless of family history) and a majority of colon cancer is preventable with screening by removing the polyps that will turn into cancer during the colonoscopy. In addition it allows for earlier detection of cancer that can be treated with surgery before it spreads to the lymph nodes which then requires chemotherapy and also unfortunately has poorer survival rates. We are seeing too high rates of colon cancer in younger patients that we cannot explain (concerning for diet and possibly other additives in processed foods) and in my opinion screening needs to be at least 40 years of age.

This is probably more than anyone wants to hear about on TOO but everyone needs to get screened with a colonoscopy or even a cologuard (stool sample test). Take care of yourself and your family members as these things can sneak up on us before it’s too late.

Well stated

 

[5Cent]

Billy Bob and Lance got him now. Crazy to think only Tweeder and Wendell left of the 5....to dang young. I have my first consult tomorrow AM (scheduled back in Nov). I will be 43 in June and am high risk given genetics.

 

["J"]

Very unfortunate and this is the first I have heard of.

FYI the newest recommendations for colon cancer screening is now 45 years of age (irregardless of family history) and a majority of colon cancer is preventable with screening by removing the polyps that will turn into cancer during the colonoscopy. In addition it allows for earlier detection of cancer that can be treated with surgery before it spreads to the lymph nodes which then requires chemotherapy and also unfortunately has poorer survival rates. We are seeing too high rates of colon cancer in younger patients that we cannot explain (concerning for diet and possibly other additives in processed foods) and in my opinion screening needs to be at least 40 years of age.

This is probably more than anyone wants to hear about on TOO but everyone needs to get screened with a colonoscopy or even a cologuard (stool sample test). Take care of yourself and your family members as these things can sneak up on us before it’s too late.

It’s a conversation that everyone needs to have. Not enough talking about it and how it’s showing up earlier these days….. Well said, DS!

As you can guess I’ve had my fair share of them over the years. Never had any issues until this last one where they found some polyps. They were removed and came back clean. Thankfully.

 

[Jackalope]

Very unfortunate and this is the first I have heard of.

FYI the newest recommendations for colon cancer screening is now 45 years of age (irregardless of family history) and a majority of colon cancer is preventable with screening by removing the polyps that will turn into cancer during the colonoscopy. In addition it allows for earlier detection of cancer that can be treated with surgery before it spreads to the lymph nodes which then requires chemotherapy and also unfortunately has poorer survival rates. We are seeing too high rates of colon cancer in younger patients that we cannot explain (concerning for diet and possibly other additives in processed foods) and in my opinion screening needs to be at least 40 years of age.

This is probably more than anyone wants to hear about on TOO but everyone needs to get screened with a colonoscopy or even a cologuard (stool sample test). Take care of yourself and your family members as these things can sneak up on us before it’s too late.

I agree. It seems to be getting younger and younger people. From everything I'm reading theyre leaning heavy towards the preservatives in processed meats being a huge cause, primarily lunch meats, but also things like sausage and bacon.