Prayers Needed~ 04MAR2014 UPDATE

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  • fisrpotpe
    fisrpotpe Member Posts: 1,349 Member
    both

    both of you are in my prayers and will remain in them. 

     

    john 

  • don62
    don62 Member Posts: 25
    Skiffin16 said:

    Thank You All...

    I go and talk to the surgeon tomorrow..., I'll definitely be drilling him.

    I have no words on how much you all mean to me and how special your thoughts and prayers are.

    Keep them coming please...

    ~John

    its been awhile

    i know i dont post here much but i had to tell you all the good you did for me when i needed it. so you have my thoughts and prayers too, and remember marines win battles. Semper fi

     

  • luv2cut1
    luv2cut1 Member Posts: 288
    Skiffin16 said:

    Thank You All...

    I go and talk to the surgeon tomorrow..., I'll definitely be drilling him.

    I have no words on how much you all mean to me and how special your thoughts and prayers are.

    Keep them coming please...

    ~John

    Many many prayers

    Hi Skiffin and Shelley,

    I don't post too often anymore, but I try to follow what is happening. In case you don't remember me, my husband was also in the class of 2009. All seems well for now, but due for another scan soon. 

    I read read your post and knew I had to let you know that many thoughts and prayers are headed your way, from my household to yours. 

    Thanks for everything you do to help us all. You two are a true inspiration.

    Hoping for the best news possible. 

    Myka and Pat

     

     

     

     

  • staceya
    staceya Member Posts: 720
    thinking of you!

    My mother in law (who is doing fine) had a Whipple last may for a benign tumor.

    Is it helpful to visit with some post Whipple patients?

    You probably have already done this. Love to you both!!!!

     

  • Jan Trinks
    Jan Trinks Member Posts: 477
    Praying

    John:

     

    Hate to hear this but sounds like they have it covered even though that sounds like some surgery.  You and Shelley certainly are in my prayers and I will have Chargee and Sammy saying their doggie prayers and crossing their doggie paws too!  They already know to be still while we say the blessing which is one we always said in my family:  For food and health and love and friends Father we thank thee, Amen.  Although my version now is:  For food and health and love and friends, Father the boys and I thank thee, Amen!  They do stand still and have this down pat - and of course they know biddies are on the way after the blessing!  Take care and God Bless!

     

    Jan (Basketcase)

  • Skiffin16
    Skiffin16 Member Posts: 8,305 Member
    ***UPDATE***

    OK, I have some updated news...

    The extracted fluid from the FNA has no cancer cells, that's huge and I pray, hope and definitely want it to stay that way.

    The downside is that I still need to do the whipple as the cyst is aggressive and they want it out before it does turn cancerous...., which they feel it will eventually.

    Soooo

    I am scheduled for April 22, admission 09:00 

    I met the surgeon today and he seems very competent and confident. Though a surgery as he describes as major X3, he feels that I will have a good and successful recovery.

    He does up to 45+ of these a year, and actually just did one this last Tuesday.

    He seems to be very detailed and covers all of the bases...

    He figures the surgery at around 5 hours, hospital stay at 9-12 days, and around a month of recovery at home..., not many restrictions other than common sense.. No lifting, no swimming or submerging the incision area, etc...

    It takes a week or two for the stomach and organs to wake up from the battel scars.

    I'll have multiple tubes during the home stay for drainage, etc...

    Yes, this sucks big time...

    But again, it's much better prognosis than the alternative.

    Again, I think of you all as family, and share this with you..

    Thanks for all of the prayers, thoughts, whispers, etc... They are working and we sure appreciate them, and please continue through this ordeal.

    John 

  • phrannie51
    phrannie51 Member Posts: 4,716
    Skiffin16 said:

    ***UPDATE***

    OK, I have some updated news...

    The extracted fluid from the FNA has no cancer cells, that's huge and I pray, hope and definitely want it to stay that way.

    The downside is that I still need to do the whipple as the cyst is aggressive and they want it out before it does turn cancerous...., which they feel it will eventually.

    Soooo

    I am scheduled for April 22, admission 09:00 

    I met the surgeon today and he seems very competent and confident. Though a surgery as he describes as major X3, he feels that I will have a good and successful recovery.

    He does up to 45+ of these a year, and actually just did one this last Tuesday.

    He seems to be very detailed and covers all of the bases...

    He figures the surgery at around 5 hours, hospital stay at 9-12 days, and around a month of recovery at home..., not many restrictions other than common sense.. No lifting, no swimming or submerging the incision area, etc...

    It takes a week or two for the stomach and organs to wake up from the battel scars.

    I'll have multiple tubes during the home stay for drainage, etc...

    Yes, this sucks big time...

    But again, it's much better prognosis than the alternative.

    Again, I think of you all as family, and share this with you..

    Thanks for all of the prayers, thoughts, whispers, etc... They are working and we sure appreciate them, and please continue through this ordeal.

    John 

    You bet it is

    a good prognosis....no cancer....YEEAAAHHH!!!  The whipple is major surgery, but they sure do a lot of them....I know you're going to be ok....and hell, you've got a lot of common sense, so we don't have to worry about  you undoing the fine job the surgeon did.....right?? Laughing  John, I am SO relieved to hear that it is a cyst that needs to get out of there.....prayers will keep going your way.....and I'm not letting you out of my pocket till the end of May....so make yourself comfortable.

    p

  • Skiffin16
    Skiffin16 Member Posts: 8,305 Member

    You bet it is

    a good prognosis....no cancer....YEEAAAHHH!!!  The whipple is major surgery, but they sure do a lot of them....I know you're going to be ok....and hell, you've got a lot of common sense, so we don't have to worry about  you undoing the fine job the surgeon did.....right?? Laughing  John, I am SO relieved to hear that it is a cyst that needs to get out of there.....prayers will keep going your way.....and I'm not letting you out of my pocket till the end of May....so make yourself comfortable.

    p

    Thanks P...

    As you know, we haven't put much details on FB..., too many wackos on there, and we honestly don't feel like explaining it to everyone. Most of whom are more involved in trivial things in life.

    This is huge (as are all of your situations as well), and you guys and gals definitely know where I'm coming from... If someone on FB PM's I'll tell them what they want to know...

    Of course my family and close friends (many of you) know and have been told.

    You all, I consider part of my family ~ Klan of the Abi-Normal..

    John

  • ahollie
    ahollie Member Posts: 84
    Skiffin16 said:

    Thanks P...

    As you know, we haven't put much details on FB..., too many wackos on there, and we honestly don't feel like explaining it to everyone. Most of whom are more involved in trivial things in life.

    This is huge (as are all of your situations as well), and you guys and gals definitely know where I'm coming from... If someone on FB PM's I'll tell them what they want to know...

    Of course my family and close friends (many of you) know and have been told.

    You all, I consider part of my family ~ Klan of the Abi-Normal..

    John

    Praying for you..you have

    Praying for you..you have been such an inspiration to me on this board as you have had the same cancer and treatments that my husband is currently going thru...I will put ya'll on my prayer list and hope you contiue to post on here regualrly so i can keep up with your progress! You got this..just like you fought the cancer!

  • jim and i
    jim and i Member Posts: 1,788 Member
    Skiffin16 said:

    ***UPDATE***

    OK, I have some updated news...

    The extracted fluid from the FNA has no cancer cells, that's huge and I pray, hope and definitely want it to stay that way.

    The downside is that I still need to do the whipple as the cyst is aggressive and they want it out before it does turn cancerous...., which they feel it will eventually.

    Soooo

    I am scheduled for April 22, admission 09:00 

    I met the surgeon today and he seems very competent and confident. Though a surgery as he describes as major X3, he feels that I will have a good and successful recovery.

    He does up to 45+ of these a year, and actually just did one this last Tuesday.

    He seems to be very detailed and covers all of the bases...

    He figures the surgery at around 5 hours, hospital stay at 9-12 days, and around a month of recovery at home..., not many restrictions other than common sense.. No lifting, no swimming or submerging the incision area, etc...

    It takes a week or two for the stomach and organs to wake up from the battel scars.

    I'll have multiple tubes during the home stay for drainage, etc...

    Yes, this sucks big time...

    But again, it's much better prognosis than the alternative.

    Again, I think of you all as family, and share this with you..

    Thanks for all of the prayers, thoughts, whispers, etc... They are working and we sure appreciate them, and please continue through this ordeal.

    John 

    Whew!

    I have been checking HNC all day for the update. Praise God no cancer cells. I truly believe The surgery will go well and you will have a speedy recovery. Keep us posted and may God give you and Shelley comfort.

    Debbie

  • catfish_58
    catfish_58 Member Posts: 138 Member
    Prayers

    prayers sent for a speedy recovery after the surgery,You hang in there.

  • KB56
    KB56 Member Posts: 318 Member
    Your updat

    John, it sounds like you are in good hands with a good experienced Doctor.   You, better than anyone,  know how important that is.   It sounds like the long term prognosis is very good and we're all thankful for that.   We're definitely will keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers and we will be directing powerful positive vibes your way on the 22nd.  

    I know you will be fine and wishing you all the best as you and Shelley deal with this. 

    keith

  • KTeacher
    KTeacher Member Posts: 1,103
    Much better news

    John, This is much better news than what you were first faced with.  Does sound major, but you have been through so much and came out fine, or abi fine.  Thank you again for all of the support and encouragement and humor you have added to the board.  Of course you are in out prayers.

  • katenorwood
    katenorwood Member Posts: 1,912
    Prayers and warm thoughts

    John,

    This sounds like alot to endure.  I'm so sorry you have to go through any of this.  I'm glad and relieved to hear it's not cancer !  Our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your wife through out your surgery and recovery.  Hugs sent !  Katie

  • debbiejeanne
    debbiejeanne Member Posts: 3,102 Member
    Skiffin16 said:

    ***UPDATE***

    OK, I have some updated news...

    The extracted fluid from the FNA has no cancer cells, that's huge and I pray, hope and definitely want it to stay that way.

    The downside is that I still need to do the whipple as the cyst is aggressive and they want it out before it does turn cancerous...., which they feel it will eventually.

    Soooo

    I am scheduled for April 22, admission 09:00 

    I met the surgeon today and he seems very competent and confident. Though a surgery as he describes as major X3, he feels that I will have a good and successful recovery.

    He does up to 45+ of these a year, and actually just did one this last Tuesday.

    He seems to be very detailed and covers all of the bases...

    He figures the surgery at around 5 hours, hospital stay at 9-12 days, and around a month of recovery at home..., not many restrictions other than common sense.. No lifting, no swimming or submerging the incision area, etc...

    It takes a week or two for the stomach and organs to wake up from the battel scars.

    I'll have multiple tubes during the home stay for drainage, etc...

    Yes, this sucks big time...

    But again, it's much better prognosis than the alternative.

    Again, I think of you all as family, and share this with you..

    Thanks for all of the prayers, thoughts, whispers, etc... They are working and we sure appreciate them, and please continue through this ordeal.

    John 

    John, i'm sorry you must have

    John, i'm sorry you must have such a serious surgery but very thankful they don't have to worry about getting cancer.  you will come thru this better than ever.  you have many, many people (family memebers) here who will be pulling and praying for you.  tell shelley, we are here for her also.  i hope you are comfortable in P's pockect since you're gonna be there awhile.  i can't remember if there are others in there right now or not but i'm sure you won't be lonely.  you can use this time to rest up....lol.  seriously, i am praying for you an shelley and i know God will take good care of you and guide your surgeon's hands.  i'm glad they're doing it now so you can be healed and ready for the beach when summer gets here.  i hope you won't worry to much between now and then as that can rob you of energy.  I know it will be hard but try to enjoy your time before surgery and stay busy so you don't have time to worry.  keeping you and shelley in my thots and prayers.  i know everything will be fine.

    God bless you, John,

    dj

  • CivilMatt
    CivilMatt Member Posts: 4,722 Member
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    John,

    Still pretty good news.  None of that bad stuff and a doctor with tons of experience.

    If you need, during your recovery, I volunteer to bait your hook and pilot the Skiffin (if needed).

    I am glad you will be alright and are in good hands.

    Matt

  • luv2cut1
    luv2cut1 Member Posts: 288
    So happy

    We are so happy for the good news! I know the surgery will not be easy, but if anyone can make it through successfully, it is you. Prayers continue. 

    Myka

  • donfoo
    donfoo Member Posts: 1,771 Member
    Skiffin16 said:

    ***UPDATE***

    OK, I have some updated news...

    The extracted fluid from the FNA has no cancer cells, that's huge and I pray, hope and definitely want it to stay that way.

    The downside is that I still need to do the whipple as the cyst is aggressive and they want it out before it does turn cancerous...., which they feel it will eventually.

    Soooo

    I am scheduled for April 22, admission 09:00 

    I met the surgeon today and he seems very competent and confident. Though a surgery as he describes as major X3, he feels that I will have a good and successful recovery.

    He does up to 45+ of these a year, and actually just did one this last Tuesday.

    He seems to be very detailed and covers all of the bases...

    He figures the surgery at around 5 hours, hospital stay at 9-12 days, and around a month of recovery at home..., not many restrictions other than common sense.. No lifting, no swimming or submerging the incision area, etc...

    It takes a week or two for the stomach and organs to wake up from the battel scars.

    I'll have multiple tubes during the home stay for drainage, etc...

    Yes, this sucks big time...

    But again, it's much better prognosis than the alternative.

    Again, I think of you all as family, and share this with you..

    Thanks for all of the prayers, thoughts, whispers, etc... They are working and we sure appreciate them, and please continue through this ordeal.

    John 

    Actually....

    The procedure seems pretty invasive for certain and something you are going to need to heal abit. Going to be a drag for sure but in fact, I'm sure your joy should overwhelm the downside of the procedure. If not for the regular cancer checks that ordered the full scan that thing would never be discovered until too late. The primary reason pancreatic cancer is not detected is there are no symptoms, no test for it, and it is pretty unusual circumstances it gets detected early enough. I'm sure you heard that bullet whizz by.

    Thanks for posting; I was checking a lot yesterday and did not see your update; just hoped for the best. And now on balance pretty good news. We'll all be rooting for you' at least you won't get a PEG. lol

     

    Don

  • Guzzle
    Guzzle Member Posts: 710
    luv2cut1 said:

    So happy

    We are so happy for the good news! I know the surgery will not be easy, but if anyone can make it through successfully, it is you. Prayers continue. 

    Myka

    God bless you both mate

    You will be around for s long time helping people John. Because that's what people like you do. There will be a lot of people in your corner. G.

  • wmc
    wmc Member Posts: 1,804
    Skiffin16 said:

    ***UPDATE***

    OK, I have some updated news...

    The extracted fluid from the FNA has no cancer cells, that's huge and I pray, hope and definitely want it to stay that way.

    The downside is that I still need to do the whipple as the cyst is aggressive and they want it out before it does turn cancerous...., which they feel it will eventually.

    Soooo

    I am scheduled for April 22, admission 09:00 

    I met the surgeon today and he seems very competent and confident. Though a surgery as he describes as major X3, he feels that I will have a good and successful recovery.

    He does up to 45+ of these a year, and actually just did one this last Tuesday.

    He seems to be very detailed and covers all of the bases...

    He figures the surgery at around 5 hours, hospital stay at 9-12 days, and around a month of recovery at home..., not many restrictions other than common sense.. No lifting, no swimming or submerging the incision area, etc...

    It takes a week or two for the stomach and organs to wake up from the battel scars.

    I'll have multiple tubes during the home stay for drainage, etc...

    Yes, this sucks big time...

    But again, it's much better prognosis than the alternative.

    Again, I think of you all as family, and share this with you..

    Thanks for all of the prayers, thoughts, whispers, etc... They are working and we sure appreciate them, and please continue through this ordeal.

    John 

    Sorry you still have to have the surgery

    Sorry you still have to have the surgery but at least it is not the "C". You'll be in my prayers for sure.