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Medical Forum / Diseases and Disorders / Cancer / September 2007I'mmm baaacckk!
Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group Well just had my what I thought was my last 6month scans, I finish scans and go to see my Onc, He tells me my scans look good except there is a spot near my spine and he wants to do an upper GI and stick a needle in the scope and Biopsy the growth, he says he is 99% percent sure it is not Lymphoma but he dos not say that it is not cancer. After three years to have to go through this again is unbelievable, I believe it is not lymphoma do to wear the growth is. But this scares the life out of me. Stage four NHL tumours both lungs, six sessions chemo CHOP+R Remission three years this month. I have been having serious arm pain have went through surgery for auller nerve damage in Dec 06 and still no help. What are the chances this could be yet another cancer. If so what would the likely type be. It is wrapped around my nerve channel. I know there is no such thing as free from cancers grips, we are all susceptible to cancer. I just needed to let someone know I am scared everyone seems to think I need to be strong and face it head on and not worry or realize if it is cancer again I need to fight it and have a positive outlook, I keep telling them my outlook did not help me last time chemo did and if it is cancer again it will be chemo and what ever treatment they think is best not my smiling freaking face. later Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s > Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > later > Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Hang fire Frank until you get the results in and know what you are dealing with. Of course it's a scary time for you right now and having been on the cancer rollercoaster before you are bound to have these feelings, but at the moment it is the "if" factor. Sadly it is probably one of the main fears that will live with people that have been through their journey for the rest of their lives. Hugs Frank and fingers,toes and elbows crossed that all is okay. Alayne "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" wrote: > Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > later > Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Hello Frank, You've done the right thing coming here to share that you're scared. Most cancers have a predictable pattern of recurrence so that explains to me why the oncologist says he doesn't think it's lymphoma. I think what you're having done is an EGD. http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/upperendoscopy/index.htm I've had a few of those myself, once recently, to look for a source of a severe bleed and once, many years before to look at an ulcer. I call it the disappearing ulcer. <g> because sometimes they mention it after scans and sometimes they don't. Of course, I don't know if that's what they're seeing on your scan, so we'll be here waiting with you for the pathology report and hoping for something benign. Please keep in touch. If the test is a while away, keep talking with us, in the meantime. There is one arm pain, that I know of, associated with lung cancer called Pancoast syndrome, but I would think they'd be scoping your lung, then; not the gastro. The ulnar nerve comes from the medial cord of the brachial plexus. It is shown here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulnar_nerve Looks to me that it runs down the inferior side of the arm, past the funny bone, into the last 2 fingers. What you probably need is someone to do gentle massage and palpation to see where the pain is triggered from and/or have you do different tasks/movements to see what triggers the pain. Then the rehab type person tells you what to avoid, (which might also involve not sleeping on that side or using an elbow splint during sleep), which muscles to "work" and which splint to use, if applicable and some do ultrasound or recommend ice or heat therapy. I have a bunch of sheets, each with exercises for each area (hand, wrist, lower arm, upper arm, shoulder, neck) and the rehab guy circled the ones I was supposed to do X (number of times per day). Tendonitis? Arm pain can also be coming from the heart. If you tell me more about it, maybe we can figure out which expert to see. When's the gastro test, Frank? That comes first of course. J >"Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" wrote: > [quoted text clipped - 65 lines] >When's the gastro test, Frank? That comes first of course. >J Well let me fill in all the rest. On Dec 5th last year I had surgery for the ulner nerve. Never got better. Been to phys therapy, and am currently in Pain Management. Currently I am on aVINZA 150MG, Cymbalta, Lyrica, celebrex, 25 mg Morphine fast acting tabs 3 a dayoh and lets not forget Percocet 10mg/375. So I realize the whole nerve thing. Last scan Onc told my Neurologist to do an MRI he thinks there may be a lesion on my spine, this round he says significant change and wants to do a biopsy if it is nothing then he will send to a neurologist associated with the cancer center. I worry because I know I get a CT every 6 months but CT's don't show everything. I am trying to keep my kewl. I will deal with this just like I did the last round. At least I am not going from Stage 4 Lung Cancer to We don't have a clue to wait to you have Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma. That is one roller coaster ride I do not want to be on. Frank (aka) "Stew" [CCKMA] Cancer Can Kiss My a.s!!! "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" wrote: > Well let me fill in all the rest. > On Dec 5th last year I had surgery for the ulner nerve. Never got [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Frank (aka) "Stew" [CCKMA] Cancer Can Kiss My a.s!!! Ah yes, Frank. I remember the diagnostics problem and second opinion. Thanks for clearing things up for me that it's a biopsy of a lesion on the spine. That sure ain't tendonitis if you need all those pain meds. Actually pain meds don't work very well for tendonitis. We'll be on pins and needles until we hear the biopsy results from you. So please keep in touch, Frank. Best wishes for the all clear and something less worrisome. J Frank wrote : "I know there is no such thing as free from cancers grips, we are all susceptible to cancer. I just needed to let someone know I am scared everyone seems to think I need to be strong and face it head on and not worry or realize if it is cancer again I need to fight it and have a positive outlook, I keep telling them my outlook did not help me last time chemo did and if it is cancer again it will be chemo and what ever treatment they think is best not my smiling freaking face." Hi Frank, I started coming to alt.support.cancer around (?) March of this year. It is a good place to let your fears out, and have people accept them who've been where you are and I am, and not over-react to them, I think. Certainly has been an invaluable source of support, information, and encouragement for me. So welcome back from another person who was raised to never show weakness (unsuccessful graft of southern macho male thing), and who tends to go for anger whenever they feel vulnerable (that's me I'm talking about there, not you). I'm afraid of a recurrence of my tongue cancer, you bet. The fear is like some kind of "music" that normally is playing far in the background, almost inaudible, but once in a while comes to the foreground and really shakes my soul. But I am more afraid of hidng my fears, as I have in the past, and then living with the consequences of denial. It is difficult when you have people around who depend on you to be strong and in control : fortunately for me the only one in that category right now is my cat :) Good to have you back. While I have no advice on how you might face the wait for further news, I know that what helped me was staying constantly intellectually busy, learning new things every day. Between friends, books, guitar, computer, writing, and cat, I made do. best, Uncle Sally On Aug 19, 12:05 am, "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" <Ste...@thefair.com> wrote: > Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > later > Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Hi, Frank, good to hear from you. It's been awhile. I hear you about the waiting. Very hard & stressful. In my book, it takes a strong person to admit to being scared. I'm sure it's quite normal to experience a wide spectrum of emotions whan going through this. Normal & honest. I hope you stay here with us. Fig Hi Frank, I also have a lot of pain in my shoulders but I am told that mine is the result of Radio therapy treatment ? I first went down with my lung cancer in November 1999. and I understand your fears, I am unwell for about two days before I need to go to see my oncologist, even when I know things are going fairly well ? We wouldn't be human if it did not affect us in some way , but I know that you are made of strong stuff , keep your chin up Frank , my thoughts are with you . Peter. > Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > later > Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s > Hi Frank, > I also have a lot of pain in my shoulders but I am told that [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > in some way , but I know that you are made of strong stuff , keep your chin > up Frank , my thoughts are with you . Peter. Thanks Peter, I don't think Frank had RT (but I could be wrong). The waiting (to hear) what's happening is hard. J "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" <StewCu@thefair.com> wrote in news:h4mfc39n54khm3gcrj0lfc8l5ame6qtltm@4ax.com: > Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > > Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Hi, Frank, Stopping by to see how you are doing today. Any news yet? Hoping all is well with you, Fig Well I received a call yesterday at about 09:10 in the morning, oh did I forget to mention my birthday is SEPTEMBER 4TH any ways my oncologist called and said FRANK the tumour is cancerous and he wants to proceed to the second phase and get it out. I ask what kind of cancer he said the pathology report only stated it was a carcinoma? He ask me if I could make there on Monday so I could meet with the canters Chest surgeon.I said ok he states the guy is very good and again ask me if I could make it. He then says get a pencil and a piece of paper and write down the time the place and the Doctors name. He says he is so sorry but well get it out its the only thing showing up so it should be easy. I ask but they don't scan every thing he said we see a great deal of your body it will be ok and again ask me if I will be there. I said yes thanked him and he wished me a happy birthday. What am I going to do? Well it is pretty much a done deal, three years of remission and now this/ It makes no sense that I would have anything now three years of remission? Well all wish me luck. Frank (aka) "Stew" [CCKMA] Cancer Can Kiss My a.s!!! On Sun, 19 Aug 2007 02:05:15 -0400, "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" <StewCu@thefair.com> wrote: >Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] >later >Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" wrote: > Well > I received a call yesterday at about 09:10 in the morning, oh did I [quoted text clipped - 47 lines] > >later > >Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Oh Frank, I'm so sorry you're having to go through this again. Diagnosis was such a screw-up the first time. Best wishes, when's the surgery? Come talk with us a bit, if it's not right away. J > Well > I received a call yesterday at about 09:10 in the morning, oh did I [quoted text clipped - 15 lines] > Well all wish me luck. > Frank (aka) "Stew" [CCKMA] Cancer Can Kiss My a.s!!! Hi Frank, Sorry to hear your news Frank and after all you went through before. I've a strong pair of DM boots for kicking a.s this time too ;-) Hugs Alayne > "Frank (aka) "Stew"" <StewCu@thefair.com> wrote in message > > Well [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] > Sorry to hear your news Frank and after all you went through before. I've a > strong pair of DM boots for kicking a.s this time too ;-) I wonder how he made out yesterday... i'd ask you how you're doing as well, Alayne, but you'll call me petal, if I do. :) J >> "Frank (aka) "Stew"" <StewCu@thefair.com> wrote in message >> > Well [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > :) > J That's cos you're not just a Petal but a whole Rose Bush ;-) Alayne > "J" <nexsw@nvalid,anon> wrote in message > > i'd ask you how you're doing as well, Alayne, but you'll call me petal, if [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > > Alayne Okay Alayne. I'll be a rosebush (with thorns) ;-) Since this is an "I'm back" thread, seems appropriate to ask where you've been. Busy with the biker's gathering? And how are things going generally (update). And how about the internment plans for FIL? Is he still on ice? J >> "J" <nexsw@nvalid,anon> wrote in message >> > i'd ask you how you're doing as well, Alayne, but you'll call me petal, [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] > And how about the internment plans for FIL? Is he still on ice? > J Hi J, Okay perhaps not a rosebush, how about a beautiful rose with many petals that brings a person pleasure both through the aroma and the intricate composition (eeh, that sounds grand!) Hmmm, how am I doing? How long have you got! School holidays were challenging to say the least. I'm having some troubles (almost daily) with daughter No. 2, two months off 13 and full of attitude that you wouldn't believe. She's been hanging round with a very undesirable character (who I've now banned completely from my property). No. 2 has been smoking/stealing/lying getting in trouble with the police, you name it, she pushes that button. Kelly on the other hand is a complete god-send and it's like having a second parent around. I know all kids go through this phase but it's the disrespectfulness that really drives me nuts. It was also our Bike Rally two weeks ago, so was very busy with that. 744 bikers through the gate, I don't know what we've raised for Woodgreen yet still waiting for figures to come in. I also invited Headway (local brain injury charity) to come and raise funds too and I think they made quite a bit too. I've also been busy clearing father in laws house, not a small task in itself being four bedroomed and full top to tail with rubbish. And then of course it also fell to me to arrange FIL's funeral. It's actually later today. Should be a fine affair, the British Legion are involved so there will be the Union Jack on his coffin, four standard bearers, poppy wreaths and the last post. It also sounds like half of his village will be turning out to pay their last respects (as long as they don't all want to come to the wake ;-) So after today, two time consuming events will be under my belt and I may get the chance to be here more often. I did consider leaving the ng after so long an absence because I haven't been able to commit to it, but I think you guys have got under my skin :-) Warm Hugs Midnight Blue Alayne > "J" <nexsw@nvalid,anon> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > > Hmmm, how am I doing? Sounded good to me. ;-) > How long have you got! I've always got an ear for you. > School holidays were challenging to say the least. I'm having some troubles > (almost daily) with daughter No. 2, two months off 13 and full of attitude > that you wouldn't believe. She's been hanging round with a very undesirable > character (who I've now banned completely from my property). No. 2 has been > smoking/stealing/lying getting in trouble with the police, you name it, she > pushes that button. Whoops ! Good thing you set some boundaries. > Kelly on the other hand is a complete god-send and it's > like having a second parent around. I know all kids go through this phase > but it's the disrespectfulness that really drives me nuts. They know everything at that age (or think they do). BTDT. > It was also our Bike Rally two weeks ago, so was very busy with that. 744 > bikers through the gate, I don't know what we've raised for Woodgreen yet > still waiting for figures to come in. I also invited Headway (local brain > injury charity) to come and raise funds too and I think they made quite a > bit too. Another success. That's wonderful ! > I've also been busy clearing father in laws house, not a small task in > itself being four bedroomed and full top to tail with rubbish. One man's junk is another's errr..work. :p They have a lot of estate clearouts around here. I sometimes go and find a gem or two. Although my "finds" could be someone else's junk. > And then of course it also fell to me to arrange FIL's funeral. It's > actually later today. Should be a fine affair, the British Legion are > involved so there will be the Union Jack on his coffin, four standard > bearers, poppy wreaths and the last post. It also sounds like half of his > village will be turning out to pay their last respects (as long as they > don't all want to come to the wake ;-) Sounds like he's gotten a right proper sendoff, thanks to you, Alayne. > So after today, two time consuming events will be under my belt and I may > get the chance to be here more often. > > I did consider leaving the ng after so long an absence because I haven't > been able to commit to it, but I think you guys have got under my skin :-) Good thing. You would be missed. :) > Warm Hugs Midnight Blue > > Alayne Thanks Alayne, and warm hugs back to the Blonde Bombshell. :) J >> "J" <nexsw@nvalid,anon> wrote in message >> [quoted text clipped - 86 lines] > Thanks Alayne, and warm hugs back to the Blonde Bombshell. :) > J Hello Midnight Blue, Thanks for your post. The funeral was really "special" with the British Legion yesterday and went off without a hitch and with a good turnout too. Another irony in it all, is that now FIL has been laid to rest, he will actually be at the new cemetery for the official opening on Saturday (thanks to the Parish Council) which I am sure he will smile at. No show by BIL though but that's just added to his guilt trip, Wish the day could have ended well but more "trouble at mill" as far as No. 2 is concerned, turns out that she and another scratched a lady's car and I am footing the bill for half her excess. I may have had troubles with Kelly at this age but I think she was just the practice run. It's at times like this that I do miss Tony more than ever :-( Warm Hugs Alayne > Hello Midnight Blue, > [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > at this age but I think she was just the practice run. It's at times like > this that I do miss Tony more than ever :-( Hello Alayne, You did real good by your FIL. You honoured his request despite the many glitches. Yes, he would be smiling. As to your BIL, well I hope there's a law where BIL and MIL cannot name you as their caregiver without your permission. If not, I'd hightail it out of there. :) Mediterranean, Australia, as far away as possible ;-) About your daughter, I hope she grows out of it. I know quite a few who have problems, even though there's 2 parents, so I don't know if Tony were there would change her; however it would be someone close in whom you could confide and commiserate with It's also possible, that with full family unit, things might be different. It's hard to know. Pat yourself on back for dealing so well with the kids on your own. It's not easy, I'm sure.. I'm torn between telling her to look into courses in ironworks and concrete digging. She might need that..in prison.. or creating a naughty corner for her, so people can see it, right when they enter the home. There's a single mother moving in nearby with 5 kids, age 9 to 15. (oh! oh!) If they're under control and I hear the solution, I'll sure let you know. Hugs J >> Hello Midnight Blue, >> [quoted text clipped - 55 lines] > Hugs > J Actually I am quite proud of myself for the send off we gave FIL, although I would put in a request that the next one I have to arrange does not co-incide with school hols and our bike rally ;-) As for BIL and MIL, I won't repeat what I think of them now but trust that what goes around comes around. I'm a pretty forgiving person, but I can't or rather won't forgive her lack of support to Tony or the girls when he was in hospice. I have given her an inkling of what I think of her lately, particularly when she was being ghoulish and viewed FIL's property, and there is plenty more where that came from, but it serves no useful purpose and doesn't affect a person so cold. One day she'll need me, she's in her 70's now and I just hope I stick to my resolve. No. 2 is just going through a phase (or so I try and convince myself ;-) I simply need the patience of a saint! And yep, you're right it could be similar with 2 parents but there's this little chip that sits on my shoulder :-) Ut Oh, I so wish you well with your new neighbours - yikes! Warm Hugs J Alayne ">> > Actually I am quite proud of myself for the send off we gave FIL, although > I would put in a request that the next one I have to arrange does not > co-incide with school hols and our bike rally ;-) You set a great example for your kids, and I bet you can sleep at night. > As for BIL and MIL, I won't repeat what I think of them now but trust that > what goes around comes around. I'm a pretty forgiving person, but I can't [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > useful purpose and doesn't affect a person so cold. One day she'll need > me, she's in her 70's now and I just hope I stick to my resolve. I hope you do what is best for you. > No. 2 is just going through a phase (or so I try and convince myself ;-) I > simply need the patience of a saint! And yep, you're right it could be > similar with 2 parents but there's this little chip that sits on my > shoulder :-) You are entitiled. > ">> >> Actually I am quite proud of myself for the send off we gave FIL, >> although I would put in a request that the next one I have to arrange >> does not co-incide with school hols and our bike rally ;-) > > You set a great example for your kids, and I bet you can sleep at night. Thank you, that means a lot and yes, I can sleep long and soundly each night (and it's my cat that snores ;-) >> As for BIL and MIL, I won't repeat what I think of them now but trust >> that what goes around comes around. I'm a pretty forgiving person, but I [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > I hope you do what is best for you. I just think it's a shame for her own sake that she is the way she is, a little kindness and a little loving goes a long way. I have such happy memories of my own grandparents, sadly my children will not with this nanny. When she does honour us with her presence, my daughters disappear upstairs. >> No. 2 is just going through a phase (or so I try and convince myself ;-) >> I simply need the patience of a saint! And yep, you're right it could be >> similar with 2 parents but there's this little chip that sits on my >> shoulder :-) >> > You are entitiled. I know, but I truly wanted my children to have a "normal" childhood. My eldest is only 15 and has already been to two funerals of both her father and her grandfather. She displays an inner strength (which she may have got from me ;-) and a need to help people. She's also a blinding star, I got a call from her school the other week from her Chemistry tutor, telling me that in 10 yrs of teaching she has never come across a child with such a natural flair for chemistry and she really feels that she should take an A level in the subject. The tutor is going to be advising on what sort of careers that could lead to and Kelly seems quite taken with the idea of working in labs at a hospital. Warm Hugs Alayne > I know, but I truly wanted my children to have a "normal" childhood. My > eldest is only 15 and has already been to two funerals of both her father [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > careers that could lead to and Kelly seems quite taken with the idea of > working in labs at a hospital. That's wonderful about the chemistry Opens so many doors. Hugs J > Actually I am quite proud of myself for the send off we gave FIL, although I > would put in a request that the next one I have to arrange does not [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > similar with 2 parents but there's this little chip that sits on my shoulder > :-) You're entitled, Alayne. And you're probably right about the phase (with No. 2). Most people survive (and grow out of) the terrible teens. We never know what's just around the corner. I hope you'll have more time now to enjoy the renovated room. Hugs J Frank wrote : "I received a call yesterday at about 09:10 in the morning, oh did I forget to mention my birthday is SEPTEMBER 4TH .." Happy Birthday, Frank, and I'm sorry to hear your bad news. I think you'll warm-up your "kick-a.s-engine" and make it through this on attitude, guts. Your have friends here who will be praying for you and wishing you well : I hope I can be one of those for you. best, Uncle Sally > Well > I received a call yesterday at about 09:10 in the morning, oh did I [quoted text clipped - 15 lines] > Well all wish me luck. > Frank (aka) "Stew" [CCKMA] Cancer Can Kiss My a.s!!! Hi Frank , I remember how I felt when my cancer raised its ugly head again after keeping quite for about five years my thoughts are with you, give it both cheeks Frank. God bless and stay safe , Peter Well folks I'm back from the Cancer Center @ University Oncologist x2 and Radiologist and lastly the Surgeon all 4 together me and my spouse had a round table here is what I have where it is and what is offered as treatment 'I have a Sacomatoid Carcinoma it is located at he apex of my neck and shoulder it is about 3.3 cm by 3.3 cm there is no Lymph Noid evolvement and MRI of the brain shows no tumour either so only this one tumour is there. What was offered is 5 weeks of five days of Radiation with three days of chemo with only two drugs both begin with C's after that they will do a Pet and CT scan again to see what is left the surgeon will then cut out what is left then they will do an additional two weeks of radiation and 4 additional chemo sessions. I agreed to the treatment and start Monday I will be at the university un till it is over or maybe I will drive home on weekends? The topper to all this is my MIL was just DX 'd of Breast Cancer and of course my wife is at her wits end, I suggested she seek professional help, physiologist or psychiatrist? Hope ever one here is ok Lost's of love Frank (aka) "Stew" oopS!! I almost forgot [ CCKMA] Cancer Can Kiss My a.s On Wed, 05 Sep 2007 17:33:46 -0400, "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" <StewCu@thefair.com> wrote: >Well >I received a call yesterday at about 09:10 in the morning, oh did I [quoted text clipped - 47 lines] >>later >>Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s "Frank (aka) \"Stew\"" wrote: > Well folks I'm back from the Cancer Center @ University > Oncologist x2 and Radiologist and lastly the Surgeon all 4 [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] > Frank (aka) "Stew" oopS!! I almost forgot [ CCKMA] > Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Welcome back, Frank. Ask your wife's family doctor for a recommendation for counselling or a support group; whichever she prefers and has the time for. She'll probably want to get the Breast Book (two copies), by Dr. Susan Love (one copy for her and one for her mother). Five weeks, you may want to check out lodging nearby (ask other patients for the best low-cost accommodation?), in case she wants to visit you there. Thanks for the update. We'll be watching for your return and good luck with the treatment. Hopefully they'll get that pain stopped as soon as possible. J Sarcomatoid Carcinoma (SCA) is a rare malignant tumor having a mixture of carcinoma and sarcoma containing differentiated mesenchymal elements. SCAs of are uncommon neoplasms to which several other historical designations have been given. These include "spindle cell carcinoma," "carcinosarcoma," "pleomorphic carcinoma," and "carcinoma with pseudosarcomatous stroma." Current concepts regarding this lesion suggest that it is a clonal proliferation which is basically epithelial in nature, but with the potential to undergo divergent differentiation and assume various mesenchymal phenotypes. In general, carcinosarcoma being a mixed tumor can be localized in a wide variety of areas in the body and can originate from various organs including the lungs, organs of the gastrointestinal and the genitourinary systems. Good luck with your treatment. As far as your wife goes is there a support group for caregivers at the local hospital ? It must be hard for her with a double whammy. Alex  SignatureBetsyB > Well folks I'm back from the Cancer Center @ University > Oncologist x2 and Radiologist and lastly the Surgeon all 4 [quoted text clipped - 78 lines] >>>later >>>Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Good l;uck with this one Frank. Hope the results are evrything we hope for. Not all that long for them. I forget where you live but if it's in the USA there is usually a McDonald's House for the family if needed. Maybe you too? CCKMA too!! BetsyB Frank wrote : "'I have a Sacomatoid Carcinoma .... I agreed to the treatment and start Monday I will be at the university un till it is over or maybe I will drive home on weekends? The topper to all this is my MIL was just DX 'd of Breast Cancer and of course my wife is at her wits end, I suggested she seek professional help, physiologist or psychiatrist ?" Hi Frank, Sorry to hear the bad news, but you, as usual with your CCKMA attitude, I know will face this with the inspiring courage and elan you've shared with us before. A support group for care-givers and family members, may be as appropriate and helpful as psychotherapy, depending on many factors. Hope your wife has one available. Many cancer centers do have a Medical Social Workers who are a good "first stop" in evaluating what types of support and/or therapy a family member may be helped by; their knowledge of resources both in the institutions they work for, and in the community, are often excellent. And your local chapter of American Cancer Society may also be a good resource. best, Uncle Sally Frank, apologies for the snipping but just trying to reduce the broadband. See comments interspersed: "Frank (aka) "Stew"" wrote : > Well folks I'm back from the Cancer Center @ University <snipped> I agreed to the treatment and start Monday I will be at the university > un till it is over or maybe I will drive home on weekends? My prayers are with you. > The topper to all this is my MIL was just DX 'd of Breast Cancer and > of course my wife is at her wits end, I suggested she seek > professional help, physiologist or psychiatrist? Or perhaps a friend she can call that has dealt with something similar. Having seen a couple of physicolgists, can't say the were helpful (different circumstances, though). My cancer center has a volunteer arm that provides lots of support -- maybe at University??? My prayers are with your precious wife and your MIL as well ( I as DX'd with BC last April). > Hope ever one here is ok > Lost's of love All clear, here for now. > Frank (aka) "Stew" oopS!! I almost forgot [ CCKMA] > Cancer Can Kiss My a.s <snipped >>>I know there is no such thing as free from cancers grips, we are all >>>susceptible to cancer. I just needed to let someone know I am scared [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] >>>later >>>Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Of course you're scared -- we all have been, but few have had the challenges you have. Last year when I first came on the ng, it was your CCKMA remark that helped me with my attitude. You can't possibly be strong all the time, but a kick butt attitude can help one over those scary moments. One thing I know I needed most was hugs. I'm sure your wife has been showering you with them and will with her Mom as well but she needs some hugs, too. Now I've started giving hugs and it feels better than getting one. {{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}} I look forward to hearing what I think will be very positive results in a couple of months. Bless you Frank! Marsha [CCKMA too!!!-- I've had to kick 2 primaries simultaneously] SignatureBetsyB > Hello Jay, Steph, Figgertoes, and rest of group > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > later > Frank (aka) "STEW" CCKMA Cancer Can Kiss My a.s Good luck with your decisions. I am proud of you. Go for it and I have a pair of #10's to help kick it! You can, dammmit!! BetsyB |
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