Today's Test Results

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MAliceR
MAliceR Member Posts: 98
in Colorectal Cancer #1

I had all my scans on Monday. I don't have my oncologist appointment until March 23rd. I was pretty stressed as you can imagine and worried sick about waiting 2 full weeks for results. I asked my counselor for advice and she suggested I email my Dr and let her know my stress level over waiting 2 weeks. I did. I got a call this evening from my Dr letting me know all my scans showed no sign of cancer and my CEA test was stable. Honestly I dropped to my knees hearing the news. I get so frightened. These tests trigger all my fear of a recurrence, especially after having a recurrence 16  months ago, found by a CT scan, that once started the cycle of major surgery and 6 months of chemo. I suggest everyone see a cancer specialist counselor if you can. It really helps.  Interestingly enough, my very best friend has ALS. She doesn't get even the hope of scans and possibly a chance at more life. For her it isn't if but when. She is slowly becoming a captive in her body. By getting 6 more months before my next tests, I have the ability to continue to be a support to her. She is so kind and loving. Especially in the face of her own situation. I almost hated telling her my results, but she sncerely cares and always asks. It is a bit like survivors guilt I think. I think that will be next weeks subject for my counselor. 

Blessing to all of you in your journey and fight against this disease....

Mary

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  • traci43
    traci43 Member Posts: 773 Member
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    Great news!

    Happy dance for you!  Keep those good results coming.  Traci

  • Easyflip
    Easyflip Member Posts: 588 Member
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    Great news and

    congratulations! There have been some recent breakthroughs with ALS maybe a cure for your friend? And maybe a cure for us, you never know. Fingers crossed but unti then embrace every day and fill it with joy, light and love. That's nothing to feel guilty about : )

    Who knows how long each of us has-

    Easyflip/Richard

  • NewHere
    NewHere Member Posts: 1,427 Member
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    Wonderful News

    I am so happy for you about the scans and my thoughts are with your friend.

    I know there is counseling available, and at some point I may take advantage of it.

  • Fight for my love
    Fight for my love Member Posts: 1,522 Member
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    Thank you for sharing the

    Thank you for sharing the great news. I think we all need good advice from time to time. As a caregiver, I am stressed out all the time, and my friend suggested me to see a counselor. After reading your post, I feel this could be a good approach to take. Thank you.

  • danker
    danker Member Posts: 1,276 Member
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    tests

    If you can, just assume all test results willbe the way you want.  Then the wait until you realy know isn't too difficult.

  • LindaK.
    LindaK. Member Posts: 506 Member
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    Fight for my love said:

    Thank you for sharing the

    Thank you for sharing the great news. I think we all need good advice from time to time. As a caregiver, I am stressed out all the time, and my friend suggested me to see a counselor. After reading your post, I feel this could be a good approach to take. Thank you.

    Great news!

    I agree, thanks for sharing, good news like this is what makes me come back to this site.  Keep up the good work!

    Linda

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