Partial Pathology

MDCinSC

Galrim said:

Yes and no :-)

Theres a lot of statistics out there regarding recurrence/mets, survival rates etc. None of them are false as such, but a lot are outdated, have limited statstical mass, poor data stratification etc.

Some are of course overall applicable since they are not very detailed, like the recurrence risk model I posted further up, but the problem with posting any of them here permanently is, simply put; Who should judge which ones are the best to post?

Also, having such data posted here un-commented, could mean that some members here take those statistics for immediately applicable to their own situation without asking around. I understand where your thought is coming from, but I think its better to post stuff like this "on request" and with comments and the possibility to debate it, like above.

/G

 

Galrim, thanks!

This is my second Dx with Cancer.  My first was a malignant Basal Cell skin cancer removed a year and half ago at the same facility.  I am no one's Eeyore when it comes to this certainly, but I am no Pollyanna either.  I recognize that the liklihood for me to have to deal with cancer in some form in the years I have remaining are fairly high. I realize that I will likely face cancer in some form as my life ending condition.  Okay!  Something has to do it!

Its okay!

I'm 66 years old, married to the love of my life with a great life behind me and as many years ahead of me to contribute back to my students, family  and society as I can squeeze out!  I want to give my 18 year old grand daughter away at her wedding, whenever that happens. Give me a 10 year survival rate and I'll dance at YOUR next wedding! LOL

The end of life does not scare me.  There is nothing on either side of that dividing line that I find especially horrifying or to be afraid of.

It is my goal to take what I have, however long it is, and do all the best I can with it.  All Cancer can do is end my life, it can't make me stop loving it!  It has no real power over me in that sense.

In this report, the glass is certainly far more than half full!  Its pretty close to the top!

 

Michael

Galrim

MDCinSC said:

Galrim, thanks!

This is my second Dx with Cancer.  My first was a malignant Basal Cell skin cancer removed a year and half ago at the same facility.  I am no one's Eeyore when it comes to this certainly, but I am no Pollyanna either.  I recognize that the liklihood for me to have to deal with cancer in some form in the years I have remaining are fairly high. I realize that I will likely face cancer in some form as my life ending condition.  Okay!  Something has to do it!

Its okay!

I'm 66 years old, married to the love of my life with a great life behind me and as many years ahead of me to contribute back to my students, family  and society as I can squeeze out!  I want to give my 18 year old grand daughter away at her wedding, whenever that happens. Give me a 10 year survival rate and I'll dance at YOUR next wedding! LOL

The end of life does not scare me.  There is nothing on either side of that dividing line that I find especially horrifying or to be afraid of.

It is my goal to take what I have, however long it is, and do all the best I can with it.  All Cancer can do is end my life, it can't make me stop loving it!  It has no real power over me in that sense.

In this report, the glass is certainly far more than half full!  Its pretty close to the top!

 

Michael

Well put :-)

And an example of mental and spiritual attitude towards all of this to follow. Thanks!.

/G

foxhd

MDCinSC said:

Galrim, thanks!

This is my second Dx with Cancer.  My first was a malignant Basal Cell skin cancer removed a year and half ago at the same facility.  I am no one's Eeyore when it comes to this certainly, but I am no Pollyanna either.  I recognize that the liklihood for me to have to deal with cancer in some form in the years I have remaining are fairly high. I realize that I will likely face cancer in some form as my life ending condition.  Okay!  Something has to do it!

Its okay!

I'm 66 years old, married to the love of my life with a great life behind me and as many years ahead of me to contribute back to my students, family  and society as I can squeeze out!  I want to give my 18 year old grand daughter away at her wedding, whenever that happens. Give me a 10 year survival rate and I'll dance at YOUR next wedding! LOL

The end of life does not scare me.  There is nothing on either side of that dividing line that I find especially horrifying or to be afraid of.

It is my goal to take what I have, however long it is, and do all the best I can with it.  All Cancer can do is end my life, it can't make me stop loving it!  It has no real power over me in that sense.

In this report, the glass is certainly far more than half full!  Its pretty close to the top!

 

Michael

exactly right, Michael

Since my nephrectomy 2 years ago, I've also had a basal cell and melanoma removed. Sheesh. If I can make good news out of it, it is that my trial drug of MDX-1106 is also working on lung cancer, colon cancer, prostate, basal and melanomas. If it would only grow hair!

Also not overly afraid of the end. Happy I've reached my 60's. That has helped. I had always wondered about how it will end. Cardiac? liver failure? stroke, motor vehicle accident? Oh well, cancer it might be. But I will not lose any time worrying about it. No negative thoughts. What a waste of effort , energy and mental health. Way too much living to look forward to.

People always mention my good attitude. It is authentic. It was a concious decision I made when I was about 20. It always blows my mind when I hear people respond to,"How are you?" by saying ,"Not bad." I think to myself,"Gee, if only you felt worse, you might be happier." I have always and even will on my death dead respond with "Excellent!" or "Wonderful!" Always set the tone for "positive" thinking. Now after I'm asked how I am, and I answer, then ask them back how they are, They almost feel forced to say at least "Good." Then I say, "Good for US!" I always get a chuckle. It 's because in todays society, no one seems to expect 2 happy people to meet. Weird.

Life IS good. Stay positive.

MDCinSC

foxhd said:

exactly right, Michael

Since my nephrectomy 2 years ago, I've also had a basal cell and melanoma removed. Sheesh. If I can make good news out of it, it is that my trial drug of MDX-1106 is also working on lung cancer, colon cancer, prostate, basal and melanomas. If it would only grow hair!

Also not overly afraid of the end. Happy I've reached my 60's. That has helped. I had always wondered about how it will end. Cardiac? liver failure? stroke, motor vehicle accident? Oh well, cancer it might be. But I will not lose any time worrying about it. No negative thoughts. What a waste of effort , energy and mental health. Way too much living to look forward to.

People always mention my good attitude. It is authentic. It was a concious decision I made when I was about 20. It always blows my mind when I hear people respond to,"How are you?" by saying ,"Not bad." I think to myself,"Gee, if only you felt worse, you might be happier." I have always and even will on my death dead respond with "Excellent!" or "Wonderful!" Always set the tone for "positive" thinking. Now after I'm asked how I am, and I answer, then ask them back how they are, They almost feel forced to say at least "Good." Then I say, "Good for US!" I always get a chuckle. It 's because in todays society, no one seems to expect 2 happy people to meet. Weird.

Life IS good. Stay positive.

When it starts growing hair

Let ME know!  A little lead in the pencil wouldn't bad either! 3:)

 

 

danbren2

Don't back down!

I just recently became a part of this wonderous supportive family, and have you to thank for my first positive reply.  Your report sounds great (for a report about Cancer), it was alot like mine in July 2011.  I was not very tuned in on what was happening, ask for that CT scan to be given before the year is up.  Make sure they don't let your tests fall through the cracks.  You sound much more educated on the subject matter than I was.

I will hope and pray your staging will be a 1, and that all other tests will be positive ones for you!  God Bless!