PET SCAN COULD HAVE BEEN MUCH WORSE, BUT IS NOT GOOD
As expected I had uptake in the 3 nodules in my right lower lobe, and also had uptake in a Lymph Node in the Subcarinal and Right Hilar area. A Transbronchial procedure is set for 9-7 with the expectation of either being able to remove the nodes with clean margins, or get enough for a biopsy so we know what we are up against. I know it is not cancer until the biopsy says it is, but I am pretty scared. The good thing is I and my family have been through this once already and we kind of know what to expect with the issues of treatment. I have to think this time surgery and treatment should be "a walk in the park" as compared to Head and Neck treatment. I expect this surgery to me much more painfull than the neck dissection, but that is why god created comfort through good pharmacy!! My Lobectomy is still set for 9-17 unless the 9-7 procedure dictates otherwise.
Looking for positive thoughts, but more important, anyone who has already walked a mile in these shoes for some advice.
Staying strong and positive as usual.
BEST!!
Mike
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round 2
Round 1 went to the survivor! Round 2 will go to the survivor with a KO!
Love that statement "Staying Strong and Positive as Usual!"
I have been thru two wars plus the addition of necrosis, hell man you don't have to keep up with me. I sure look forward to many more years of sharing posts with you.
Prayers going out for you and your family
john0 -
Mike
I'm sorry about the news you got and my prayers are with you as you enter this next phase of this journey. Thankfully it sounds like you have a great family to be by your side. I can't tell you anything about your upcoming treatment as my cancer was different from yours but I am hopeful that you will find someone on here who can guide you step by step.
Keep staying strong and positive!
Billie0 -
MikeBillie67 said:Mike
I'm sorry about the news you got and my prayers are with you as you enter this next phase of this journey. Thankfully it sounds like you have a great family to be by your side. I can't tell you anything about your upcoming treatment as my cancer was different from yours but I am hopeful that you will find someone on here who can guide you step by step.
Keep staying strong and positive!
Billie
Very sorry that the PET came back as it did, but you're 100% right about it not being C without a biopsy confirmation. Other possibles out there, Mike. My Dad had a kidney removed in Iowa City years ago when he was 81 (!) because of a Quarter-sized growth. After the Op his Surgeon came in and apologized- benign. And around 7-years ago I was having lung/congestion problems and my regular Dr sent me to a Pulmonary, who started talking about this, that and the other involving an Op that he was wary of because of the location. I talked him into putting me on antibiotics for a month, which he did, and before the month was up I went to a competing hospital system's Pulmonary Drs, who did another CT a little over a week later- all clean! I know your's was a PS, but the moral of the story is that it is possible there's something else in play...Whatever it is, Mike- play it as it lays, and deal with it in like kind to how it wants to deal with you- find a comfortable degree of anger, and fight it without holding-back: error on the side of the aggressive. You're a C Survivor, Mike, and we don't take kindly to illness trying to get in our way to living the life we want. Whatever this thing is- you will be the only one in the ring standing at the end of the fight.
Believe
kcass0 -
Miricles.Kent Cass said:Mike
Very sorry that the PET came back as it did, but you're 100% right about it not being C without a biopsy confirmation. Other possibles out there, Mike. My Dad had a kidney removed in Iowa City years ago when he was 81 (!) because of a Quarter-sized growth. After the Op his Surgeon came in and apologized- benign. And around 7-years ago I was having lung/congestion problems and my regular Dr sent me to a Pulmonary, who started talking about this, that and the other involving an Op that he was wary of because of the location. I talked him into putting me on antibiotics for a month, which he did, and before the month was up I went to a competing hospital system's Pulmonary Drs, who did another CT a little over a week later- all clean! I know your's was a PS, but the moral of the story is that it is possible there's something else in play...Whatever it is, Mike- play it as it lays, and deal with it in like kind to how it wants to deal with you- find a comfortable degree of anger, and fight it without holding-back: error on the side of the aggressive. You're a C Survivor, Mike, and we don't take kindly to illness trying to get in our way to living the life we want. Whatever this thing is- you will be the only one in the ring standing at the end of the fight.
Believe
kcass
Not the news we all wanted to here from you Mike, but you've got
the support and all the prayers from the 'family' on this board to
help you get through this. God preforms miricles everyday and I
think its time for one to go your way, you deserve it.
Prayers and positive thoughts are heading your way.
God bless
Tonsil dad,
Dan.0 -
Mike,
As you said Mike, not
Mike,
As you said Mike, not the greatest of news. But I am hopeful that you will come through this one also. Can't offer any advice on this except "Stay Strong" and know my thoughts and mojo go out to you. C'mon Big Guy, you can do it. Cheers.
Jimbo0 -
Positives sent your way !
Mike,
You have all of our prayers and thoughts sent through out ! You didn't say if their going only on the Pet results or follow up scans ? You sound positive and sounds like a great team and family support ! Keep us posted please, and know you can and will get through this bump in the road ! Katie0 -
Hi Mike ...katenorwood said:Positives sent your way !
Mike,
You have all of our prayers and thoughts sent through out ! You didn't say if their going only on the Pet results or follow up scans ? You sound positive and sounds like a great team and family support ! Keep us posted please, and know you can and will get through this bump in the road ! Katie
I'm a newbie compared to you and many on here...so I can't offer any advice...but prayers I can and do.
Always amazed out how tough the non-newbies are on here, even when they are scared....so I'm expecting a win out of you whatever this turns out to be ...and let's start by praying it NOT "c" ..
Best,
Tim0 -
What a PainTim6003 said:Hi Mike ...
I'm a newbie compared to you and many on here...so I can't offer any advice...but prayers I can and do.
Always amazed out how tough the non-newbies are on here, even when they are scared....so I'm expecting a win out of you whatever this turns out to be ...and let's start by praying it NOT "c" ..
Best,
Tim
Hey Mike,
Sorry to hear the not so good news. I do like your attitude which will help in your recovery once more.
Stay strong,
Tommy0 -
Wishing you the best.....
I'm holding stready on "it's not cancer till they say it's cancer". You sound good, tho....mentally and emotionally....scared doesn't count unless it creeps into our inner will...
Sending positive thoughts and prayers.
p0 -
Scary
I know no one said life was fair, but - Bleep. A lot of us keep thinking "After this, I deserve to land on 'Free Parking', and get a pass on additional health issues. Unfortunately, you got 'Go to Jail'. So now you need to roll doubles to get out.
I wouldn't know, but I'm afraid I agree that your next surgery will probably be much more painful than the neck dissection. I also agree that we need to be grateful for pharmaceuticals. Hoping the removal of the nodes poses no problems, and the testing brings relief. Hoping hard.0 -
PrayersPam M said:Scary
I know no one said life was fair, but - Bleep. A lot of us keep thinking "After this, I deserve to land on 'Free Parking', and get a pass on additional health issues. Unfortunately, you got 'Go to Jail'. So now you need to roll doubles to get out.
I wouldn't know, but I'm afraid I agree that your next surgery will probably be much more painful than the neck dissection. I also agree that we need to be grateful for pharmaceuticals. Hoping the removal of the nodes poses no problems, and the testing brings relief. Hoping hard.
Sending prayers your way for tomorrow. God Bless!0
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