Cancer Support and Caregivers Who Are Trail Blazers!

Tommi · 05-16-2013, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mustangjeano

Thinking of you Bud and hoping all is well. Jeano

Thanks Jeano,

I made my follow-up appointment for May 14, 2014, my 10 year Anniversary

All went well, always glad to see them under these circumstances. Exams, tests and "results will be in the mail". I took several days off work for R & R Now, back to living life to it's fullest. Where is that bull named Fumanchu

DapperButch · 05-16-2013, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Tommi

Thanks Jeano,

I made my follow-up appointment for May 14, 2014, my 10 year Anniversary

All went well, always glad to see them under these circumstances. Exams, tests and "results will be in the mail". I took several days off work for R & R Now, back to living life to it's fullest. Where is that bull named Fumanchu

Yay! About time you came back to report in, Tommi! Damn, just make us all wait (a day)!

Congrats!

Tommi · 05-16-2013, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by DapperButch

Yay! About time you came back to report in, Tommi! Damn, just make us all wait (a day)!

Congrats!

Hey you...Thanks for the concern, and ...the smile at your post.

Novelafemme · 05-20-2013, 09:37 AM

A beautiful friend passed away last night from ovarian cancer. She fought so incredibly hard all the way and willed herself to stay alive to see her oldest daughter graduate from college and her youngest son from high school...both on the same day.

The world is a little less bright today but the angels have another sister to dance with. I love you T and I miss you already.

Tommi · 05-20-2013, 01:44 PM

So sorry to hear about your friend Novelafemme.
I honor that fight and the respect she earns as she journey's through this life to another.

deb0670 · 05-20-2013, 01:53 PM

*hugss* my condolences

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Originally Posted by Novelafemme

A beautiful friend passed away last night from ovarian cancer. She fought so incredibly hard all the way and willed herself to stay alive to see her oldest daughter graduate from college and her youngest son from high school...both on the same day.

The world is a little less bright today but the angels have another sister to dance with. I love you T and I miss you already.

deb_U_taunt · 05-22-2013, 05:52 PM

struggling a bit today.

Its been 18 months since the last chemo. I am coming into the 2-3 yr time frame that mets most likely happen at. A friend at work was diagnosed with breast cancer a few months before me and she had a seizure at work last Monday and she has brain mets and was told 6 months. My staging and grade was higher than her's. SOOO I go this Friday for blood work (which was off last time a couple months ago and there was activity mid cervical on an xray) and I have been having some concerns, like headaches, energy, night sweats, small lump on neck. I hope its just canceritis and I am only scaring myself. I want this fear to go away. I don't like having fear over something I have NO control over. I think I need a hot bath and meditation.

wahya · 05-22-2013, 06:29 PM

I will be breast cancer free (depends on who you go by the oncologist/the surgeon who removed the tumor/ the radiologist) But I go by the date I received the news Dec 7 2010. My next scan will be in two weeks. I start getting a little anxiety by the last week before the scan. My health has been great. I have turned my life around inside & out. I believe in the power of positive thinking. My caregiver was my ex gf who did the best she could for me. I was a terrible VERY terrible patient for her. I won my battle with cancer but lost her. It was a terrible time in my life before during & after. We didn't have a shot in hell. I used to blame the end of our relationship on the cancer but even though I do believe it played a part in it. I was the reason for it ending. I was angry bitter and selfish. I only hope she is now happy and knows I did appreciate her helping me through one of the toughest times in my life and know she will always carry a piece of my heart with her. All caregivers are truly angels in disguise.

DapperButch · 05-22-2013, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

struggling a bit today.

Its been 18 months since the last chemo. I am coming into the 2-3 yr time frame that mets most likely happen at. A friend at work was diagnosed with breast cancer a few months before me and she had a seizure at work last Monday and she has brain mets and was told 6 months. My staging and grade was higher than her's. SOOO I go this Friday for blood work (which was off last time a couple months ago and there was activity mid cervical on an xray) and I have been having some concerns, like headaches, energy, night sweats, small lump on neck. I hope its just canceritis and I am only scaring myself. I want this fear to go away. I don't like having fear over something I have NO control over. I think I need a hot bath and meditation.

Oh, gosh, Deb. I'm so sorry. I would be worried too. But, YES, it IS just canceritis! Keep your head up and keep the faith!

(I know, easier said than done). :-(

wahya · 05-22-2013, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

struggling a bit today.

Its been 18 months since the last chemo. I am coming into the 2-3 yr time frame that mets most likely happen at. A friend at work was diagnosed with breast cancer a few months before me and she had a seizure at work last Monday and she has brain mets and was told 6 months. My staging and grade was higher than her's. SOOO I go this Friday for blood work (which was off last time a couple months ago and there was activity mid cervical on an xray) and I have been having some concerns, like headaches, energy, night sweats, small lump on neck. I hope its just canceritis and I am only scaring myself. I want this fear to go away. I don't like having fear over something I have NO control over. I think I need a hot bath and meditation.

yes think positive! I know how you feel. and find support. I had but one person who supported me. it was not enough. I finally joined a support group and I am glad I did. FINALLY people that know what it was like physically & emotionally. Even after the battle. People don't realize there are no fireworks going off inside of you just because the battle is over. inside it has just begun. If you need to talk I am here.

Tommi · 06-02-2013, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Tommi

Thanks Jeano,

I made my follow-up appointment for May 14, 2014, my 10 year Anniversary

All went well, always glad to see them under these circumstances. Exams, tests and "results will be in the mail". I took several days off work for R & R Now, back to living life to it's fullest. Where is that bull named Fumanchu

The dreaded phone call came on Friday.

"We need you to come back for a follow-up as the Pap results showed some atypical cells. Doc wants to do a Colposcopy"

A what?? I can come in tomorrow, I mean Monday"

"The first appointment we have available is on the 19th at 7:00AM, and in case he needs to do a biopsy it will be done at that time." ...
What is a colposcopy anyway? ......as I am Googling it...Endometrial cancer, follow-ups for atypical cells, a magnifying light, acetic acid...oy vey*

as the Nurse is saying ....These things are just routine, and negative 9 times out of 10, just a little burning, and uncomfortable cramps possibly for a day or two and..... as my mind wandered off to the beach.

Who the hell can call this routine after 9 years of negative pap smears /post total radical hysterectomy with 16 lymph nodes donated to science***I thought it was "my prostate" surgery in the first place.

I hate waiting. So, to wile away the team, so I gessoed a huge canvas...

Hmmm. either a peaceful landscape or a rolling stormy seascape 3 X 4 feet

mustangjeano · 06-02-2013, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tommi

The dreaded phone call came on Friday.

"We need you to come back for a follow-up as the Pap results showed some atypical cells. Doc wants to do a Colposcopy"

A what?? I can come in tomorrow, I mean Monday"

"The first appointment we have available is on the 19th at 7:00AM, and in case he needs to do a biopsy it will be done at that time." ...
What is a colposcopy anyway? ......as I am Googling it...Endometrial cancer, follow-ups for atypical cells, a magnifying light, acetic acid...oy vey*

as the Nurse is saying ....These things are just routine, and negative 9 times out of 10, just a little burning, and uncomfortable cramps possibly for a day or two and..... as my mind wandered off to the beach.

Who the hell can call this routine after 9 years of negative pap smears /post total radical hysterectomy with 16 lymph nodes donated to science***I thought it was "my prostate" surgery in the first place.

I hate waiting. So, to wile away the team, so I gessoed a huge canvas...

Hmmm. either a peaceful landscape or a rolling stormy seascape 3 X 4 feet

Hey Tommi, It really sucks to have to wait til the 19 for that procedure. I am holding very positive thoughts for you from now until you are done and have great good news from the tests. Jeano

Tommi · 06-03-2013, 12:25 AM

(((((((((JeanOOOoo))))) big thanks

nanners · 06-03-2013, 05:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommi

The dreaded phone call came on Friday.

"We need you to come back for a follow-up as the Pap results showed some atypical cells. Doc wants to do a Colposcopy"

A what?? I can come in tomorrow, I mean Monday"

"The first appointment we have available is on the 19th at 7:00AM, and in case he needs to do a biopsy it will be done at that time." ...
What is a colposcopy anyway? ......as I am Googling it...Endometrial cancer, follow-ups for atypical cells, a magnifying light, acetic acid...oy vey*

as the Nurse is saying ....These things are just routine, and negative 9 times out of 10, just a little burning, and uncomfortable cramps possibly for a day or two and..... as my mind wandered off to the beach.

Who the hell can call this routine after 9 years of negative pap smears /post total radical hysterectomy with 16 lymph nodes donated to science***I thought it was "my prostate" surgery in the first place.

I hate waiting. So, to wile away the team, so I gessoed a huge canvas...

Hmmm. either a peaceful landscape or a rolling stormy seascape 3 X 4 feet

Oh Tommi,
I am so sorry you got that call...you'll be in my thoughts and prayers everyday and I'll be waiting for the all clear on the 19th or whenever you find out the results. Big hugs to you. Keep on painting and creating, it is good for your soul. ((((Tommi))))

deb_U_taunt · 06-03-2013, 08:24 PM

Hopefully having you wait until the 19th means they don't have any concerns. Damn thats a long wait. Hugs to you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommi

The dreaded phone call came on Friday.

"We need you to come back for a follow-up as the Pap results showed some atypical cells. Doc wants to do a Colposcopy"

A what?? I can come in tomorrow, I mean Monday"

"The first appointment we have available is on the 19th at 7:00AM, and in case he needs to do a biopsy it will be done at that time." ...
What is a colposcopy anyway? ......as I am Googling it...Endometrial cancer, follow-ups for atypical cells, a magnifying light, acetic acid...oy vey*

as the Nurse is saying ....These things are just routine, and negative 9 times out of 10, just a little burning, and uncomfortable cramps possibly for a day or two and..... as my mind wandered off to the beach.

Who the hell can call this routine after 9 years of negative pap smears /post total radical hysterectomy with 16 lymph nodes donated to science***I thought it was "my prostate" surgery in the first place.

I hate waiting. So, to wile away the team, so I gessoed a huge canvas...

Hmmm. either a peaceful landscape or a rolling stormy seascape 3 X 4 feet

deb_U_taunt · 06-03-2013, 08:31 PM

After blood work last week, Dr sent me for more blood work and a brain and neck MRI. We meet Thursday. I am in constant prayer right now.

clay · 06-03-2013, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

After blood work last week, Dr sent me for more blood work and a brain and neck MRI. We meet Thursday. I am in constant prayer right now.

((((((((((((((((((((deb))))))))))))))))))))))))
Holding you close, my sweet friend! Know you ARE in my prayers always...love you much! xoxo

Tommi · 06-03-2013, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

Hopefully having you wait until the 19th means they don't have any concerns. Damn that's a long wait. Hugs to you!

You are right ,,I didn't think of that. Thank you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

After blood work last week, Dr sent me for more blood work and a brain and neck MRI. We meet Thursday. I am in constant prayer right now.

You are in my prayers (((((((deb))))))). The MRI is the best way to see the good, bad and the ugly. So, glad you are getting the Good Looked at. and yes, the damn waiting sucks.

mustangjeano · 06-04-2013, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

After blood work last week, Dr sent me for more blood work and a brain and neck MRI. We meet Thursday. I am in constant prayer right now.

Deb, I'm glad your Doc. is extra careful and that way you can rule out any bad stuff . My loving energy headed your way. Jean

Genesis · 06-04-2013, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by deb_U_taunt

After blood work last week, Dr sent me for more blood work and a brain and neck MRI. We meet Thursday. I am in constant prayer right now.

Sending my prayers and positive energy your way...

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