{"id":33363,"date":"2024-03-22T07:00:13","date_gmt":"2024-03-22T07:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/?p=33363"},"modified":"2025-01-15T19:32:48","modified_gmt":"2025-01-15T19:32:48","slug":"holistic-approach-to-treatment-helps-woman-with-rectal-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/holistic-approach-to-treatment-helps-woman-with-rectal-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Holistic approach to treatment helps woman with rectal cancer","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Naturopathic physician Mary Attwood, ND, underwent several life changes in 2022. She and her family moved from Portland to Olympia, and she started a new job.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI felt like I had just made it,\u201d she explains. \u201cAfter years in school, then owning my own practice, I found my dream job at Heart of Wellness in Tumwater and had reached this summit.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But Attwood, 43, says it was a false peak. She was still dealing with painful hemorrhoids \u2014 a common side effect of pregnancy \u2014 more than a year after having her second baby.<\/p>\n<p>By the time the holidays arrived, sugar and alcoholic beverages, even in moderation, aggravated her symptoms. And they worsened in early 2023. She had a hard time passing a bowel movement, and there was a lot of bleeding.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m a doctor, and even I ignored some warning signs,\u201d she says. \u201cI moved; I got a new job; I changed insurance. I was explaining away the symptoms until I couldn\u2019t anymore.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s when Attwood saw gastroenterologist Marshall McCabe, MD, at the Olympia Multi-Specialty Clinic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe both initially thought I had ulcerative colitis,\u201d she recalls. \u201cBut when the bleeding persisted, Dr. McCabe got me in for a colonoscopy as soon as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Her colonoscopy revealed a cancerous kiwi-sized mass in her rectum.<\/p>\n<p>Although it was shocking to hear she had cancer, Attwood was relieved to finally know what was going on.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was so worried,\u201d she says. \u201cThere were times I was passing a lot of blood, and it really scared me, so I was grateful to know what was wrong.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Know the symptoms of colorectal cancer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No matter your age, it\u2019s important not to ignore symptoms. When detected early, colorectal cancers are very treatable.<\/p>\n<p>Early symptoms of colorectal cancer can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Changes in bowel habits, such as diarrhea or constipation, that last more than a few days<\/li>\n<li>Rectal bleeding with bright red blood<\/li>\n<li>Blood in the stool, which might make stool look dark brown or black<\/li>\n<li>Cramping or abdominal (belly) pain<\/li>\n<li>Decreased appetite<\/li>\n<li>Unintended weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing symptoms, have a family history of colorectal cancer, or are 45 or older, schedule an appointment with a primary care provider to talk about screening options.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>A multidisciplinary team approach to cancer treatment<\/h2>\n<p>Although Attwood lives near Olympia, she decided to have treatment at the <a href=\"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/location\/tacoma-general-hospital\/multicare-cancer-institute-tacoma-general-hospital\/\">MultiCare Cancer Institute in Tacoma<\/a>. It\u2019s one of only two cancer centers in Washington to hold an accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy doctor said, \u2018We\u2019re getting you the best surgeon, and that\u2019s Laila Rashidi,\u2019\u201d she recalls. \u201cI was told I would be in some of the best hands in the country.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Attwood assumed she would have surgery first, so she made an appointment with MultiCare colorectal surgeon <a href=\"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/provider\/laila-rashidi\/\">Laila Rashidi, MD<\/a>. But after a scan revealed swollen lymph nodes, the goal was to stop the cancer from spreading and shrink the tumor as much as possible before surgery. That meant chemotherapy and radiation first.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI had psyched myself up for surgery,\u201d she explains. \u201cI was thinking, \u2018Oh, I\u2019ll just need a month off for surgery, then I\u2019ll be back to work.\u2019 It was hard news to take.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But when Attwood met with medical oncologist <a href=\"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/provider\/sunil-rangarajan\/\">Sunil Rangarajan, MD<\/a>, she felt so cared for that she was ready to start treatment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDr. Rangarajan is so kind and generous \u2014 a fabulous human,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<p>Attwood also felt reassured by MultiCare\u2019s multidisciplinary approach to her treatment. Her case was presented at the tumor board, where collaboration occurs between all disciplines \u2014 medical, surgical and radiation oncology, pathology, among others \u2014 to discuss treatment protocols and patient progress.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cMary had a wonderful outlook throughout treatment, which makes a big difference.\u201d adds Dr. Rangarajan. \u201cHaving a positive attitude is healing.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>She had chemotherapy every other Thursday from late April to early July 2023.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEvery time I was there, I had an opportunity to shine a little light around the room,\u201d says Attwood. \u201cPeople are just so scared. So, I would come with my big heart in a bright dress.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMary had a wonderful outlook throughout treatment, which makes a big difference.\u201d adds Dr. Rangarajan. \u201cHaving a positive attitude is healing.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Extra support for mental health during chemo<\/h2>\n<p>The second round of chemo was the hardest for her \u2014 physically and emotionally.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt occurred right around the one-year anniversary of my brother\u2019s death,\u201d Attwood says. \u201cYour emotional health plays out in the body; I had a lot of vomiting.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She needed extra support during this time and was grateful to find it through oncology social worker Betsy Allen, MSW, LICSW, OSW-C.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt was really important that I took care of myself, especially that month,\u201d she adds. \u201cI valued Betsy\u2019s care and kindness. I felt seen and heard.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOne of the benefits of counseling is having an unbiased, neutral place to talk through feelings and fears, and not put stress on a spouse or kids,\u201d explains Allen. \u201cI think that\u2019s how Mary saw it. We called it her safe space.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Success with radiation and surgery<\/h2>\n<p>Radiation treatment was overseen by radiation oncologist <a href=\"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/provider\/christopher-premo\/\">Christopher Premo, MD<\/a>, and lasted the month of August.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDr. Premo was so supportive and kind. I always felt I was in good hands,\u201d Attwood says.<\/p>\n<p>She could tell her tumor was shrinking as treatment continued because her symptoms started disappearing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut new ones showed up,\u201d she explains. \u201cWhen you get radiation to the pelvis, it affects your bladder, and I had to start wearing diapers on the drive to Tacoma.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When Attwood completed radiation, she took a trip to Sedona, Arizona.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_33367\" style=\"width: 235px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33367\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-33367\" src=\"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/03\/Mary-Attwood-Sedona-2-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with closed eyes next to Buddha statue\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/03\/Mary-Attwood-Sedona-2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/03\/Mary-Attwood-Sedona-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/03\/Mary-Attwood-Sedona-2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/updates-www.mccdn.io\/vitals\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/03\/Mary-Attwood-Sedona-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-33367\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Attwood in Sedona after completing radiation treatment.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\u201cI participated in healing activities that filled my cup and my heart,\u201d she says. \u201cI left Sedona with 25 percent fewer symptoms \u2014 I came with diapers and left without them.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI appreciated that Mary took a holistic approach to treatment, combining traditional therapies with naturopathic therapies, while also prioritizing her mental health,\u201d says Dr. Premo. \u201cThe trip to Sedona was very important for her healing, and we were able to safely adjust her treatment plan to accommodate her trip.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Because Attwood had emotionally prepared for surgery in March, she says she felt ready for it in November.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDr. Rashidi held my hand and showed up for me,\u201d she says. \u201cShe\u2019s someone who treats everyone with generosity and kindness. Her reputation at work is glowing.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Attwood says she recovered well from surgery and didn\u2019t even need any major pain medicine.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cShe had a big operation \u2014 robotic low anterior resection \u2014 in a minimally invasive fashion using the da Vinci robot and was able to leave the hospital the very next day,\u201d says Dr. Rashidi.<\/p>\n<h2>If you have rectal bleeding, go to the doctor<\/h2>\n<p>Attwood is feeling great, working at a job she loves and enjoying her kids.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy husband Adam and I have two girls,\u201d she says. \u201cThey keep you in the present. When I was going through treatment, my 6-year-old asked, \u2018I heard people with cancer might die \u2014 are you going to die?\u2019 I said, \u2018Not today.\u2019 I don\u2019t have a choice here; I need to be around for my kids.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCancer can be scary,\u201d says Dr. Rashidi. \u201cBut colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable cancers there is, and the technology is getting better and better every day.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Attwood advises that if you have rectal bleeding, go to the doctor.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is a warning sign you should not ignore, even if you have a story like I did of why it\u2019s there,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<p>Her latest scan in December showed no signs of cancer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy mantra last year was, \u2018We can do hard things!\u2019 And that\u2019s so true,\u201d Attwood says. \u201cTo anyone in active treatment or in the initial testing phase: You can do hard things!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Naturopathic physician Mary Attwood, ND, underwent several life changes in 2022. 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