Wendy - New to this blogging stuff I was diagnosed with Anal Cancer on 12/2/18 and my life has been a whirlwind since the second they said I had cancer. I was all of a sudden set up with a surgeon, a Medical Oncologist, Radiation Oncologist, CT Scans, PET Scans, a Port installed, Blood Work, etc. I sat in front of the computer and did some research and watched YouTube videos prior to starting the treatment of people who have survived this terrible disease. I was in great shape prior … more…
Type: Anal Cancer
Neal - A Poem -- If You Want To I wrote this for a friend many years ago. I read it to Emilee. I found it in a notebook a few days ago. I want to share it, in case someone might like to pass it along or read it to someone, or somehow maybe it will help someone express what they would like to say but are having difficulty putting it into words. If I were sick, I would surely want to have someone who cared deeply enough … more…
Type: Pancreas Cancer
Vanessa - Port tomorrow I'm getting a port put in tomorrow for injections, etc. Feeling a little worried about it. Hope all goes smoothly.
Next thing to schedule; chemotherapy class.
1st chemo 4/3.
Vanessa
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Type: Breast Cancer
Vanessa - More appointments. Saw 2 more oncologists today. Need more appointments...chemo class, ekg, port to put in, etc. I officially start chemotherapy on April 3rd. Four heavy duty doses every other week 4 times than regular chemo every week for an additional 12 weeks. Getting my hair cut shorter tomorrow. Trying to stay positive.
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Type: Breast Cancer
Nancy - RAI Has anyone done radioactive iodine therapy? My endocrinologist is suggesting it but I’m not sure. I can’t afford the thyrogen, so I will have to go off my synthroid and go hypo for a bit. I’m worried about the possible salivary gland problems. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
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Type: Thyroid Cancer
Sterling - My wish for you I'm not Irish. There was no real Irish community in our neighborhood growing up. So I was not familiar with the "Irish Blessing" (Sorry Marcia).
Today thanks to an Irish pastor, I learned that the Irish Blessing is a real thing... and there's even a hymn.
The sentiment of the hymn touched me.
It's hard enough being human, and most people here have suffered more.
So today here's my wish for each and every one of you
May the road rise to meet you,
May the … more…
Type: Thyroid Cancer
Vanessa - Diagnosis finally! I met with the surgical oncologist today. I really loved her. So grateful to get someone I feel good about. My diagnosis is Stage IIA. I'm very RELIEVED to not be stage III. We have decided to do chemotherapy first and then surgery and radiation. They will need to take the whole left breast because there are two smaller tumors in addition to the 4.3 cm one. I still have time to decide about the right one. All in all - … more…
Type: Breast Cancer
Vanessa - Sleep I have a rare case of insomnia. Worried about tomorrow.
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Type: Breast Cancer
Vanessa - CT and Bone scans Had both a CT scan and a bone scan today. Testing to see if the cancer has spread anywhere besides the lymph nodes.
Tomorrow we meet with the surgical oncologist. He will be giving me the recommendations for surgery and chemo.
Need to decide on the best plan of attack.
Wish me luck, or say prayers for me if you are willing.
Ness
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Type: Breast Cancer
Amy - Treatment Plan and Chemotherapy Mountains Yesterday was March 12th, a year ago I was admitted to the ICU for an emergency brain surgery and subsequently diagnosed with brain cancer. It’s crazy how one day can change your life forever. If someone were to tell me on March 11th what I’d have to go through over the next year I’d be terrified, but strength is something you find day by day, moment by moment. I do not always feel strong but I trust myself to find … more…
Type: Sarcoma
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