"Focus on just the next thing or it's easy to get overwhelmed."

Scott Blitstein

Patient/Survivor |

Colon - Stage II |

Age at Diagnosis: 50

I was diagnosed with Stage II Colon Cancer in October 2018 during my 1st colonoscopy at age 50. I had no symptoms or family history. My wife and I were not at all prepared for the news and after a period of shock, we got down to preparing for the road ahead.

I had a colectomy and colostomy in November, and we worked with my Oncologist to develop a treatment plan to undergo 12 chemotherapy infusions over 6 months to help prevent recurrence, a process I finished in August 2019.

I had reversal surgery in March 2020, just days before the Covid shutdowns, so my transition to normal was unique and delayed. 5 years later, I still struggle with the residual effects of chemo, but my tests and scans continue to be normal.

I am forever grateful for timely screening and my wife’s love and support.

Published On: March 8, 2025

Scott Blitstein

Patient/Survivor |

Colon - Stage II |

Age at Diagnosis: 50

I was diagnosed with Stage II Colon Cancer in October 2018 during my 1st colonoscopy at age 50. I had no symptoms or family history. My wife and I were not at all prepared for the news and after a period of shock, we got down to preparing for the road ahead.

I had a colectomy and colostomy in November, and we worked with my Oncologist to develop a treatment plan to undergo 12 chemotherapy infusions over 6 months to help prevent recurrence, a process I finished in August 2019.

I had reversal surgery in March 2020, just days before the Covid shutdowns, so my transition to normal was unique and delayed. 5 years later, I still struggle with the residual effects of chemo, but my tests and scans continue to be normal.

I am forever grateful for timely screening and my wife’s love and support.

"Focus on just the next thing or it's easy to get overwhelmed."

Scott Blitstein

Patient/Survivor |

Colon - Stage II |

Age at Diagnosis: 50

I was diagnosed with Stage II Colon Cancer in October 2018 during my 1st colonoscopy at age 50. I had no symptoms or family history. My wife and I were not at all prepared for the news and after a period of shock, we got down to preparing for the road ahead.

I had a colectomy and colostomy in November, and we worked with my Oncologist to develop a treatment plan to undergo 12 chemotherapy infusions over 6 months to help prevent recurrence, a process I finished in August 2019.

I had reversal surgery in March 2020, just days before the Covid shutdowns, so my transition to normal was unique and delayed. 5 years later, I still struggle with the residual effects of chemo, but my tests and scans continue to be normal.

I am forever grateful for timely screening and my wife’s love and support.

"Focus on just the next thing or it's easy to get overwhelmed."

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