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Post by maryaz on Feb 3, 2008 0:14:38 GMT -5
This is the 'brief' version you are reading.  Anyone that knows me well, knows that I reside also at LWC. There is more in the post there. This covers the important part. Most people here I do not know as well and the ones that I do, know where to find the other Thoughts and Prayers. I think Jackie would understand the above as to why I don't want to re-word all this again. Jackie, I sure don't want to go down this road but that is life. God works in mysterious ways. Friend, I am okay today. February 1, 2008 Joe got results of the Pet Scan from the Pulmonary Dr, As stated earlier Joe has Squamous Cell Carcinoma lung cancer (NSCLC). The growth being watched has grown from 4.2x3.3 cm to 5.5x3.5 cm. It does show in two of his lymph nodes. The Pulmo Dr personally made the appointment with the oncologists, which is Monday. Never had such good service. I guess it just shows what can be done. That is scary. Pulmo doctor explained that with the results as they read, it would rule out surgery. Probably use chemo and/or radiation to treat and possibly, maybe, surgery later and maybe not. This rules out the urgency for the recently cancelled hearts tests, except Pulmonary just thinks it is likely Joe has a blocked artery again by the description of the SOB and the testing Dr has on record. Could have been worse, yet this is not good at all. He told us this falls in Stage 3B. From all I have read there is 'not much' beyond 3B, but 4. Monday we will probably learn more. I sure hope it is better news but sort of doubt that. Joe, feels it has probably spread. I guess we do all know our own bodies. I dread the treatments. Joe may be sick but still quite active and does everything and so it will be the treatment at this time that will knock him down rather than the disease. So sad. I will have trouble with that probably. See what Dr says Monday. I have done a limited amount of searching to learn. Definitely not digging too deep. Had to look enough to know what to ask and to understand. I did good with this first part. I had just enough knowledge to follow along and yet not get too far ahead of it. I have been reading at lchelp.org a lung cancer forum recommended, but I would like one that is easier or friendlier looking. maybe it is just because I don't belong. I have become a lurker, again.  Any other good ones. I will be joining that one I am pretty sure. I checked a few like I liked less. Thank you all for the thoughts and prayers. |
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Post by muffin on Feb 3, 2008 0:58:28 GMT -5
Mary, you sure have had your share of trials and it's time things start looking up. I will keep you all in my prayers, So whatever the need is we'll take it to the cross. |
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Feb 3, 2008 7:44:28 GMT -5
Mary; I know exactly what you're talking about on many fronts. I'm sorry to hear yours/Joe/s news. I'm also familiar with the forum you went to; I wasn't comfortable there either and though I've found several others.....same thing. So; I lurk.
No Mary; it's not a road anyone wants to travel but "what can you do"? You play the hand you're dealt. You've been doing that with COPD for awhile; it's not new to you.
I feel badly for you and Joe; I will pray for you both. Meanwhile I need to think on this a bit more (maybe look a few things up). Your news about the size etc. was a bit further along than I had anticipated.
I Will be in touch. Meanwhile love, hugs, and prayers to you both.....
Jackie
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Post by cocojax on Feb 3, 2008 9:36:44 GMT -5
 Mary my thoughts are certainly with you an Joe, thanks for keeping us up to date. Let us know how it goes on Monday.... |
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Post by bobbioh on Feb 3, 2008 10:10:39 GMT -5
Mary you and your husband will be in my thoughts and prayers Im so very sorry you have been delt this hand to deal with. You are a strong smart women Your Joe is lucky to have you, You will be a great help along the way. Take care ((((HUGS)))) Bobbi
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Post by John on Feb 3, 2008 19:31:22 GMT -5
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Post by cheryl on Feb 3, 2008 20:48:43 GMT -5
Mary,  I wll keep you and Joe in my prayers.  |
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Post by virginia on Feb 4, 2008 9:30:15 GMT -5
 Been thinking of you both all weekend...LOve and Prayers |
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Post by Joyce7 on Feb 4, 2008 9:37:05 GMT -5
Mary, I am deeply sorry that Joe and you too are having to contend with this cancer. My heart and thoughts are with you and Joe. Just take it one day at a time, and we are all here to pray and listen and care for you and Joe. We are all a big family and what hurts one, hurts all. We love you, Joyce  |
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Anyone that knows me well, knows that I reside also at LWC. There is more in the post there. This covers the important part. Most people here I do not know as well and the ones that I do, know where to find the other Thoughts and Prayers. 
Any other good ones. I will be joining that one I am pretty sure. I checked a few like I liked less.
