Hanging On

ToBeGolden · January 2013

Just a quick note to let everyone know I'm still hanging on. I have all the side effects of chemo: nausea, GERD, insomnia, constipation, and on and on. I have a few good moments now and then but a lot of poor times in between. I am also having some eye problems (Iritis), a painful swelling I get from time to time. I can't post anything thoughtfull. Just wanted to let everyone know I'm still hanging around. Sorry I can't seem to post support to others. Rick.

Skiffin16 · January 2013

Thinking of You...

In my thoughts and prayers brother....

I feel for you with the sides...been there with a lot, no fun for sure.

Best ~ John

Ingrid K · January 2013

Skiffin16 said:
Thinking of You...
In my thoughts and prayers brother....

I feel for you with the sides...been there with a lot, no fun for sure.

Best ~ John

you rest a bit now

Hang in there, Rick.

Don't worry about posting...this is your time to rest and just concentrate on getting better.

You are an inspiration to so many others, so Hang in There.

Sending prayers your way for pain free days for you.

Ladylacy · January 2013

You

Just take it easy and think of yourself for now. We understand.

Sharon

NJShore · January 2013

Rick

Rick,

you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.. Glad to hear you are hanging in, and nice to hear a word.

Don't forget to eat, drink, and rest lots.

Kari

Billie67 · January 2013

NJShore said:
Rick
Rick,

you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.. Glad to hear you are hanging in, and nice to hear a word.

Don't forget to eat, drink, and rest lots.

Kari

Rick
So happy to hear you are hanging in there. You've got this and you are going to come out on the other side before you know it. Hang in there and stay tough!!
Billie

longtermsurvivor · January 2013

TBG

All of us think you are pretty amazing. Living life in the little moments of calm is a trait to be emulated that you posess. I thank you for posting. Posting anything at all.

Pat

fisrpotpe · January 2013

Keep on Keeping on

Rick, thanks for letting us know your hanging out with us. no need to be sorry for not posting,

prayers continue for the side effects to lesson.

john

hwt · January 2013

fisrpotpe said:
Keep on Keeping on
Rick, thanks for letting us know your hanging out with us. no need to be sorry for not posting,

prayers continue for the side effects to lesson.

john

Rick

My prayers for you continue as well.

Candi

CivilMatt · January 2013

It's 24/7 to fight cancer

Rick,

You have all the bummer side effects hitting you at once. That you can post at all is a testament to your resilience. Let us hope that the intruder is taking it harder than you.

Hang in there buddy, we are all on your side.

Matt

VivianLee5689 · January 2013

CivilMatt said:
It's 24/7 to fight cancer
Rick,

You have all the bummer side effects hitting you at once. That you can post at all is a testament to your resilience. Let us hope that the intruder is taking it harder than you.

Hang in there buddy, we are all on your side.

Matt

Thinking of you

Rick I totally understand not feeling able to support others. You are going through so much. Take care of you.

katenorwood · January 2013

Feel our strenghth and love

Rick,

You are a true testiment of what a fellow warrior is ! I am thinking only good thoughts for you, and will continue the prayers. No worries on the not posting right now. Just get through the tx's and heal. We are all here for you and will stand with you always ! Katie

phrannie51 · January 2013

I'm SO glad you checked in...

I'm sorry you're having a tough time, tho. We know you are fighting the beast and need your energies to flow that way. We'll keep the home fires burning until you start feeling better....Again...I am always relieved when you check in....just a "hello" will do on the days you can't say any more.

p

Tim6003 · January 2013

katenorwood said:
Feel our strenghth and love
Rick,

You are a true testiment of what a fellow warrior is ! I am thinking only good thoughts for you, and will continue the prayers. No worries on the not posting right now. Just get through the tx's and heal. We are all here for you and will stand with you always ! Katie

Rick....

You have always been there for us ......I was just thinking how you were doing the other day ....glad you posted .....prayers and best throughts are with you......rest and get yourself strong...and don't talk so much next time you post (just kidding of course ...hope that is okay Rick)

Best,

Tim

Tim6003 · January 2013

katenorwood said:
Feel our strenghth and love
Rick,

You are a true testiment of what a fellow warrior is ! I am thinking only good thoughts for you, and will continue the prayers. No worries on the not posting right now. Just get through the tx's and heal. We are all here for you and will stand with you always ! Katie

Rick....

You have always been there for us ......I was just thinking how you were doing the other day ....glad you posted .....prayers and best throughts are with you......rest and get yourself strong...and don't talk so much next time you post (just kidding of course ...hope that is okay Rick)

Best,

Tim

Laralyn · January 2013

Sorry to hear it's hitting you hard!

Don't worry about posting to support others right now. Take care of yourself! We're all thinking of you, and I hope the side effects slow down and give you a break. You deserve it!

luv4lacrosse · February 2013

Doing more than you think

Rick, I get it as I have times where I don't log on or lurk or reply to only the posts that interest me. I think this is just human nature. Buddy, you are one of the family members that by just checking in and letting us know you are ok is very therapeutic for me. I know you are not feeling well, but you manage to come on and say hi. That's good enough for me, and anything more than that is a bonus.

Positive MOJO headed your way.

Best

Mike

Pam M · February 2013

I'm with Mike

You just DID post to support others - thanks.

I saw "GERD" in your post, and instant memory-slap. UGH! You know we feel for you. Keep hanging on - hoping you'll be like me, and the early chemo was the worst.

peggylulu · February 2013

GERD

Hi Rick , I'm wondering if you are taking anything for GERD ? I was having more problems with it than usual after my Rads and I had been taking one 4o mg Nexium every morning . When I complained to my doctor he gave me a Rx for Zantac 300 mg and told me to take both . He said to take Nexium 30 min before my biggest meal so now I take it before Dinner and take the zantac 30 minutes before breakfast and it has really helped me. Peggy

Noellesmom · February 2013

prayers lifted

Thinking about you and holding good thoughts, Rick.

ToBeGolden · February 2013

peggylulu said:
GERD
Hi Rick , I'm wondering if you are taking anything for GERD ? I was having more problems with it than usual after my Rads and I had been taking one 4o mg Nexium every morning . When I complained to my doctor he gave me a Rx for Zantac 300 mg and told me to take both . He said to take Nexium 30 min before my biggest meal so now I take it before Dinner and take the zantac 30 minutes before breakfast and it has really helped me. Peggy

GERD & CALCIUM

Unfortunately, my parathyroids have been badly wacked with the neck surgeries. Therefore, my blood calcium levels are not regulated. I must supplement under a tight schedule. Calcium is absorbed only with an acidic stomach. The potent acid blockers will inhibit calcium absorption. This will lead to arrtyhmias. I've been there; with calcium levels as low as 6.0 (should be above 8.5). Last chemo my calcium was 7.2. So everything is a tightrope walk What fun. Rick.

Hanging On

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