Anna Dahlgren

Young onset colon cancer survivor

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG I was diagnosed at age 33, no family history. #EAOCRC

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@TreyMancini I needed new masks for work, so I thought I would represent my fellow N2Y member. Happy to have you on the team!

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@TreyMancini I needed new masks for work, so I thought I would represent my fellow N2Y member. Happy to have you on the team!

[Manju George MVSc PhD @manjuggm]

I have been posting stories of young people diagnosed with #colorectalcancer
As you can see, #TheNewFaceOfCRC is not the old fart plopped in front of the TV…
#crcsm #crc45andunder @CrcEarly @EarlyOnsetCRC
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[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A7: Risk factors determine the best testing method. Blood and stool tests are great for average risk patients, but someone with an increased risk may need a more sensitive testing method such as a colonoscopy. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A6: It wold be nice if they all had the same guidelines to keep it simple to remember. Otherwise communication between the patient and physician is really important. Our clinic has a database that automatically sends reminders for CRC screening due dates to patients. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A5: Because a lot of people still are embarrassed by the stigma of collecting a stool sample or by getting a colonoscopy. A screening blood test can be done at the same time as other general health screening tests. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A4: They should know that although blood and stool tests are a great screening alternative, a colonoscopy will still need to be done for any positive test result. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A3: I feel that discussion should begin at 18. The chances are greater for catching it at an early stage if it is discussed at an early age. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG Many of them still think that IFOB/IFIT and colonoscopy are the only options! #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A2: It gives people the option to choose what method they are most comfortable with. Some people don’t want to handle a stool sample and others hate needles. Knowing the different options will increase screening rates. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG A1: Social media is a great platform, but physicians also need to know the options available for their patients. Educating physicians should be a priority! #CRCCHAT

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@GYRIG My name is Anna and I was diagnosed with colon cance at 33. No family history. #CRCchat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A12: AllyCon is a great place to find people who truly understand you. The sessions are informative and up to date, and we all learn something from each other. #N2YChat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A11: I plan on telling my story at CRC events, TV and print interviews, online, and anywhere else I can! #N2YChat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A10: My employer offers free yoga 2 days/week during lunchtime. I also do yoga at home. #N2YChat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A9: I do not have a survivorship plan in place. #N2YChat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A8: I use online support groups. It is easier for me to talk to other survivors than it is to talk to my family. However; I would like to learn how to talk to my family more. #N2YChat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A7: I do not have a palliative care team. #N2YChat

[Anna Dahlgren @AnnaRose_D]

@CCAlliance A6: I feel that online support communities are very helpful for a variety of topics. It would be nice to have more options like AllyCon to meet others in person. #N2YChat