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Just wanted to say "Hi"

MeMeJoy
MeMeJoy CSN Member Posts: 72 Member
in Kidney Cancer #1

I haven't posted in a long time - but I have been lurking. Sad to see so many new people and sad to see so many leave. But glad to know there is a place to go  full of caring people when you need it!

 It's time for my 1 year follow up scans. I know my tumor ended up not being cancer after all,  but I am scared. And I don't feel like I have the right to be. I am so scared that those 2 tiny "somethings" in my remaining kidney have turned into something - cancer or not - I'm afraid they will say more surgery and the possible loss of my other kidney. I know its irrational - but the fear is still there.

(And seeing the report the other day about the tech that falsified lab reports to indicate no cancer when there actually was, b/c she "didn't care about her job" , hasn't helped any! Undecided)

I guess I'm just venting...

Anyway "Hey guys!"

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  • Karen0074
    Karen0074 CSN Member Posts: 64
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    hi just offering you a hand

    hi just offering you a hand to hold, I have just started this horrible journey And will be having a partial neprectomy in a couple of weeks. I can understand your scan anxiety, but I'm sure everything will be fine. Im sure the others members will be able to offer you more advice. Keep your chin up.

     

    karen 

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  • Djinnie
    Djinnie CSN Member Posts: 945 Member
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    Hi there MeMe:)

    Hi there MeMe, I have often wondered how you were getting along! It is always a worry when it comes to check up dates, you are not being irrational at all. I am sure you will do just fine though, try not to stress too much, what is your scan date? 

     

    Djinnie x

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  • donna_lee
    donna_lee CSN Member Posts: 1,072 Member
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    Djinnie said:

    Hi there MeMe:)

    Hi there MeMe, I have often wondered how you were getting along! It is always a worry when it comes to check up dates, you are not being irrational at all. I am sure you will do just fine though, try not to stress too much, what is your scan date? 

     

    Djinnie x

    Scared..is like

    being a public speaker with stage fright.  It means you care about the outcome; and you have a very valid reason to be scared.

    Over the years, it does get a little easier.  But even now, I still get anxious prior to the tests or an Oncology appointment, even if it's just for labs and a "see you in four months."

    You will learn how to settle yourself into the routine of being a survivor, with time.  You've been through an emotionally draining life experience.  Take time to build yourself back up, and continue with a routine that makes you healthy and comfortable.

    Most of all, zip on a smile and go your merry way.

    Donna

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  • GSRon
    GSRon CSN Member Posts: 1,303 Member
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    donna_lee said:

    Scared..is like

    being a public speaker with stage fright.  It means you care about the outcome; and you have a very valid reason to be scared.

    Over the years, it does get a little easier.  But even now, I still get anxious prior to the tests or an Oncology appointment, even if it's just for labs and a "see you in four months."

    You will learn how to settle yourself into the routine of being a survivor, with time.  You've been through an emotionally draining life experience.  Take time to build yourself back up, and continue with a routine that makes you healthy and comfortable.

    Most of all, zip on a smile and go your merry way.

    Donna

    Hi MeMe

    Best thoughts for good scan results. And thanks for stopping by. Miss you around here. Ron

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