End of chemo feedback
Links: home · search · speed test · login · more ·
Links:
Forums » Computing Clubs » Team Discovery » End of chemo feedback
page: 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
Old_Grouch @ 1st May 05:42PM:
End of chemo feedback
That silly doctor - - she had me get a CT scan of my whole abdomen and my chest only to tell me that all the furry critters I was growing have disappeared.
Heck, I couldda told her that if you mix:
•chemical agents,
•biologic agents,
•a couple of weird prescriptions some of which are placed in unmentionable body cavities
• and a MAJOR dose of mojo and prayers from people who don't judge but accept you because you share a hatred for cancer and other nasties
well....the nasties don't stand a chance!!!!
Cured? Nope. I've been told that a stage 4 adeno carcinoma doesn't get cured....it either eats you up or goes into remission. It's major habit is to spread to the lungs and brain....in my case, they must have had the map upside down.
In remission? Nope. Can't declare that for 5 or 6 months after the chemo stops. Then they decide which RE to use RE-MISSION or RE-TRY.
Symptom free? Nope. The neuropothy (numbness and tingling in fingers and the bottoms of the feets) lingers. Heck, I haven't had this much tingle in my body since my first date with...uh, never mind...young people and nice ladies visit here.
Lose my hair? Nope/Yep/I'm not sure. The drugs in my first five cycles made my hair very thin but were not supposed to make it just fall out. The drug they substituted in my last cycle has a reputation for making hair fall out. They tell me it usually happens within 18 days of the treatment. Well, I'm well beyond 18 days from my first round and nearing 18 days from the last one. Hair is pretty thin, but it's summer and I like the gray hair contrasted to red scalp. :uhh:
So, where's all this long-winded gibberish going? No place.
I just wanted to say thank you.
And, I want to apologize again to folks who haven't experienced my good luck with treatment or my results (so far). Hopefully the contrast I offer is that our work is useful and some day, all of them will be more like me.
Heck, some day we might just whip this crap and have to focus on the second greatest scourge known to mankind..... national politics. :D
--
At Team Discovery we know how to get more outta that danged 'puter of yours!
If you paid taxes it's a rebate. If you didn't, it's welfare.
reply
youngerberry @ 1st May 05:45PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Nice update Grouch. :) I'm glad you are progressing nicely and will continue to send prayers and good thoughts your way sir.
reply
bbrcat @ 1st May 06:00PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Someday, we WILL whip this crap my friend....I believe that ! Your determination/spirit is yet another driving force for us all.Always remember that :)
--
Team
Discovery
reply
lilhurricane @ 1st May 06:25PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by bbrcat :
Your determination/spirit is yet another driving force for us all.Always remember that :)
You bet. :)
Keep on OG, steadfast..true.
..and we're in your corner every step of the way.
reply
Ray422 @ 1st May 07:12PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
We are always "pulling" for our special OG friend :)
reply
Dersgniw @ 1st May 07:52PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Thanks for the update Mike.. You always sound in good spirits and I know that makes us ALL feel better. :) Things sound really good and I'm happy about that.. I'll keep sending my thoughts and prayers your way!
--
I Smell Cures! -- Our Hope
reply
bjbdbest @ 1st May 09:11PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
This post has come to show
You're thought about more than you know
I hope these words emphatically convey.
Though you must surely know it's true
That lots of people care for you
I just want to tell you so today.
Wishing you RE-mission - kick butt, Mike! :)
--
Join Team Discovery!!~~~PROJECT HOPE
reply
penguins4evr @ 1st May 09:16PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Thank you for the update, and your indomitable spirit!
reply
Digibits @ 1st May 09:16PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Old Grouch, I'm just looking forward to that post someday that says "remission."
Have a 26 year old son-in-law who was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer of the liver. That was three years ago, and he currently shows every indication of being in total remission.
Will have you in our thoughts and prayers.
reply
suprleg @ 1st May 09:31PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
I'm very glad to hear you're moving forward and making good progress, OG. We'll continue to keep you firmly in our thoughts and prayers here. :)
--
Team Discovery
Team Helix
reply
babacher @ 1st May 10:48PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Just keep on keepin' on, Grouchy!
Hang tough. Keep a stiff upper lip. Etc...
reply
Arelay @ 2nd May 04:45AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Stick and move, Baby. (obscure boxing reference.)
Never, ever let them bring the fight to you.
reply
signmeuptoo @ 2nd May 07:58PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
You've got my best thoughts and prayers.
reply
lilhurricane @ 5th May 06:38AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Still sending the sunshine your way, OG, with a dose of good ol' mojo :)
[att=1]
reply
jlhugh @ 5th May 08:20AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
mojo still going out for awesome results for you. you are doing great so far!!
reply
Dolphin @ 8th May 05:17PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
All I can say is that you're a great example of strength, courage, and wisdom. Keep it up, O_G :)
Mojo enroute!
reply
lilhurricane @ 10th May 07:34AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by Dolphin :
All I can say is that you're a great example of strength, courage, and wisdom. Keep it up, O_G :)
We're with you every step of the way :)
[att=1]
reply
Dersgniw @ 12th May 11:39AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by lilhurricane :said by Dolphin :
All I can say is that you're a great example of strength, courage, and wisdom. Keep it up, O_G :)
We're with you every step of the way :)
Absolutely!
--
I Smell Cures! -- Our Hope
reply
lilhurricane @ 14th May 05:24AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
New day..new mojo.
:)
reply
Luvfishin @ 17th May 12:59PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
You are strong and never quit. I'm with you, praying and mojo.
reply
lilhurricane @ 18th May 05:07PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Love, light & veggies ;)
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 22nd May 09:37PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
..and a side of sunshine :)
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 29th May 04:08PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
..and more veggies :D
reply
Dersgniw @ 30th May 09:39AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Fresh veggies.. *yick* :D Eat em anyway Grouch!
reply
Luvfishin @ 30th May 03:45PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Praying for you and tons of Mojo!
reply
Old_Grouch @ 30th May 04:44PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
As always, I appreciate all of your thoughts and good wishes.
Went in for a quick flush on my port and asked the oncologist if I had been off the chemicals long enough to have a colonoscopy. No joke, it's been three years and I got my reminder in the mail.
Seems a bit strange to have a metastasized colon cancer and go in for a colonoscopy. :uhh:
Any bets on whether I use the GI doc who has been doing my colonoscopies for the last 10 years? :D
In case any of you are still thinking....the answer sounds like uh, NO.
--
At Team Discovery we know how to get more outta that danged 'puter of yours!
If you paid taxes it's a rebate. If you didn't, it's welfare.
reply
Arelay @ 31st May 01:44AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by Old_Grouch :
...the GI doc who has been doing my colonoscopies for the last 10 years? :D
I'll take 'Mind Bleach' for $100, Alex.
Good to hear you're still your old grouchy, feisty self. ;)
--
Team Discovery/ ~ Project Hope ~
reply
lilhurricane @ 7th Jun 11:48PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
We're keeping you close, OG :)
[att=1]
reply
Dersgniw @ 9th Jun 03:32PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by lilhurricane :
We're keeping you close, OG :)
Just like them veggies in your picture.. Grouchy loves the veggies! :)
--
I Smell Cures! -- Our Hope
reply
Luvfishin @ 9th Jun 03:54PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
You could have a V8. ;)
reply
lilhurricane @ 15th Jun 08:51PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
There's no mojo like TD mojo
..and it's kid tested, mother approved & chock full of dem veggies :D
[att=1]
reply
Dolphin @ 18th Jun 02:51PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Still thinking boutchoo. Sending Mojo and hugs :)
reply
lilhurricane @ 28th Jun 01:09PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Thoughts still with you, dear OG :)
[att=1]
reply
Old_Grouch @ 28th Jun 03:49PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Thanks folks.
I continue to feel embarrassingly well.
My follow-up (just a SAY HI visit) with the Oncologist is next week.
I did decide to have a colonoscopy this year but NOT with the same folks who had been doing such a stellar job the last 10 years for me. :huh: Gotta have something to look forward to in the middle of the month.
I think I'm getting tired of seeing docs...darn good thing they all hire good lookin' wimmin in their offices. :D
The thing I like about my situation is that it lets me focus all my thoughts 'n prayers on the folks who have newly-discovered issues or are continuing with older ones. Sortta gives you a whole new perspective.
Crunch on!
--
At Team Discovery we know how to get more outta that danged 'puter of yours!
If you paid taxes it's a rebate. If you didn't, it's welfare.
reply
bjbdbest @ 28th Jun 04:31PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
yep...((you)) are! :)
reply
lilhurricane @ 4th Jul 10:36PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
More love & veggies comin' at ya, OG :)
[att=1]
reply
Dolphin @ 5th Jul 01:55AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Hey, you, I'm actually glad you're feeling embarrassingly well. Good move to have your colonscopy with a different crew. Besides, the wimmin at the new office may be embarrassingly good lookin' ;)
--
~Team Discovery~
reply
lilhurricane @ 13th Jul 09:57AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Crunchin veggies..and more mojo flowin' :)
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 18th Jul 07:13AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
..everflowin', Mike :)
[att=1]
..fruit is good too |
MadZookeeper @ 18th Jul 07:11PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Oh boy, the silver submarine. Good luck and stay strong!
--
Team Discovery Project Hope
reply
lilhurricane @ 22nd Jul 10:01PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Continuous flow of fruits & veggies :)
[att=1]
reply
Old_Grouch @ 23rd Jul 01:00AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Thank you nice lady. Thanks to all of you out there!
Something has made a difference - - this month's colonoscopy was the first in 10 years that I was told there were no polyps. I ALWAYS have polyps- - - lots of them.
Hmmm, guess I can't say that any more.
:D
--
At Team Discovery we know how to get more outta that danged 'puter of yours!
If you paid taxes it's a rebate. If you didn't, it's welfare.
reply
penguins4evr @ 23rd Jul 01:03AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Congratulations on the excellent report! :)
reply
lilhurricane @ 23rd Jul 07:25AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Excellent news :)
reply
Dersgniw @ 23rd Jul 11:23AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Glad to hear you have no polyps. :D Still praying for you Mike! :)
reply
Dolphin @ 23rd Jul 11:45AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by Old_Grouch :
...this month's colonoscopy was the first in 10 years that I was told there were no polyps.
Oh yeah!
:D :D :D
reply
youngerberry @ 23rd Jul 12:19PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Congratulations on the clean slate report! Guess those veggies are helping after all. :)
reply
lilhurricane @ 23rd Jul 01:35PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
..and the hugs :)
reply
bjbdbest @ 23rd Jul 04:13PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Wonderful news, Mike!
reply
lilhurricane @ 28th Jul 05:58AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by Old_Grouch :
Something has made a difference
[att=1]
More veggies :) |
Ray422 @ 28th Jul 07:34AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Sending more mojo from here.
reply
lilhurricane @ 1st Aug 07:48AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Daily dose of love & veggies :)
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 3rd Aug 08:20AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
..and lots of
reply
poppster @ 3rd Aug 09:58PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
said by Ray422 :
Sending more mojo from here.
I've been out of this forum for too long.......congrats on the good news, you have lots of support here. Lots of mojo and prayers.
reply
lilhurricane @ 14th Aug 07:15PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
..serving it up (one dish wu-wu at a time) ;)
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 21st Aug 07:18AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Mo' jo!
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 28th Aug 06:03AM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Still sending the green stuff :)
[ATT=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 3rd Sep 04:07PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Ode To Vegetables
Cabbage always has a heart; green beans string along;
You're such a cute tomato, will you peas to me belong?
You've been the apple of my eye, you know how much I care;
So lettuce get together, we'd make a perfect pear.
Now, something's sure to turnip to prove you can't be beet;
So, if you carrot all for me let's let our tulips meet.
Don't squash my hopes and dreams now, Bee my honey, dear;
Or tears will fill potato's eyes, while sweet corn lends an ear.
I'll cauliflower shop and say, your dreams are parsley mine.
I'll work and share my celery, so be my valentine.
~anon~
:D
--
~Safe Hex~ Team Discovery ~ Project Hope ~ Like A Hurricane~
reply
Dersgniw @ 4th Sep 03:13PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Hope you're eating those veggies Ol' Grouchy Boy! :D :D
reply
Old_Grouch @ 4th Sep 05:26PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Aye sire...doing my best so I don't let you down. Fruits 'n veggies every day...many times each day!!!!!
Potato - - vodka
Tomato - - bloody mary
Orange - - screw driver
Limes - - margarita
Cherry - - rum 'n coke
I've got a trick or two that use lima beans and celery BUT, I don't want to scare away the wimmin.
Yep, I'm going to get healthier no matter how much I have to go through.
:D
--
At Team Discovery we know how to get more outta that danged 'puter of yours!
If you paid taxes it's a rebate. If you didn't, it's welfare.
reply
lilhurricane @ 4th Sep 05:55PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
[att=1]
reply
lilhurricane @ 28th Sep 03:40PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Carrot power :)
[att=1]
reply
Dersgniw @ 2nd Oct 01:54PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
Poor grouchy.. all those veggies. :)
reply
bjbdbest @ 2nd Oct 06:20PM:
Re: End of chemo feedback
"The answer to all your problems is in this little ol' bottle, Vitameatavegamin"....hic...scuse me :D
[cheers!] ;)
reply
Thank you for using lo-fi dslreports.com - report bugs
© 99-2008 silver matrix LLC
