Surgery Findings

danbren2
danbren2 Member Posts: 311
in Kidney Cancer #1

Hi everyone,

   This last surgery was very rough. I had to have left upper portion of my lung removed and also had my heart opened up to remove RCC from those body parts (which I am running low on).  Doc also removed 5 lymph nodes around the area and 2 tested positive for RCC.  Oncologist said we will continue to remove with surgery if it comes back in single spot, but if it comes back in multiple spots then we will be doing a daily regimen of meds.

   I am having a hard time dealing with it all this time, feel so helpless and keep hoping I will wake up from a very bad long dream! I am still fighting and will continue to fight this with all the rest of you who have had it a lot worse off then me. It really helps to read the post from everyone on here, thanks for being there through it all.

           Love to you all!

            Brenda

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  • hardo718
    hardo718 Member Posts: 853 Member
    #2
    You are a warrior!!

    My goodness.  It amazes me what the human body can withstand.  You clearly have a determination like no other.   Having a lobectomy (lung portion removed) is tough enough, but your heart too? 

    Although I don't personally know you, I love you and your spirit to perservere.  You are so inspiring.

    God Bless you Brenda and here's to what is hopefully a long, healthy and happy life moving forward.

    Donna~

     

  • Jan4you
    Jan4you Member Posts: 1,330 Member
    #3
    Oh dear Brenda, to think of

    Oh dear Brenda, to think of us and send love reflects the tremendously wonderful person you are ~

    You can write to me anytime. I am on your side..but.. ENUFF!! You need a break!

    Have you received any other opinions on treatment besides surgeries? Maybe you have, but just seems like  a lot of you to have a surgery for every sign of cancer. 

    Know  that I am thinking of you and on your side.. all the way!Sending YOU my strength, stamina (ha!) and care, always,

    Jan

  • Footstomper
    Footstomper Member Posts: 1,237 Member
    #4
    Brenda

    You're an inspiration

  • Dave418
    Dave418 Member Posts: 95 Member
    #5
    Keep on fighting, I feel bad

    Keep on fighting, I feel bad for what you've gone trough, hope you'll have better days coming. 

    Stay strong!

    Dave

  • Positive_Mental_Attitude
    Positive_Mental_Attitude Member Posts: 454
    edited June 2016 #6
    Brenda,

    Brenda,

    Keep fighting.  Your courage and your spirit are inspirational.

     

  • APny
    APny Member Posts: 1,995 Member
    #7
    So sorry, I didn't see this.

    So sorry, I didn't see this. I can't imagine how difficult it must be for you to be going through such an ordeal. Stay strong and you're in my thoughts. You'll get through this!

  • Airie
    Airie Member Posts: 45
    edited June 2016 #8
    Brenda-

    Brenda-

    It's been said many times already but the word fits you so well-inspirational! Can't imagine how hopeless it feels right now but you are a fighter. Please know there are many who are in this with you. Sending strength, peace and healing thoughts your way!

    Cherie

  • Louisp
    Louisp Member Posts: 13
    #9
    Brenda,

    Brenda,

    Your strength to continue is an inspiration to all of us. I will be praying for you and support you any way I can. We're here for you anytime you need us. 

  • danbren2
    danbren2 Member Posts: 311
    #10
    Thank you all so much!

    Thank you so much everyone, and I am happy to say I am back at work full time (came back June 2) and have gotten stronger every day.  My breathing is still a little labored, but I am doing really great.  I am starting every three month regimen with scans again and still get just as nervous with them!  Thank again so much for all your support, I could not have gotten through this without the help and inspiration from all of you!

                           Love and prayers to you all!

                             Brenda

  • APny
    APny Member Posts: 1,995 Member
    #11
    Love and prayers to you as

    Love and prayers to you as well! Good for you that you're back at work. Don't overdo it though, especially if breathing is still not the easiest. Hugs!

  • JerzyGrrl
    JerzyGrrl Member Posts: 760 Member
    edited June 2016 #12
    danbren2 said:

    Thank you all so much!

    Thank you so much everyone, and I am happy to say I am back at work full time (came back June 2) and have gotten stronger every day.  My breathing is still a little labored, but I am doing really great.  I am starting every three month regimen with scans again and still get just as nervous with them!  Thank again so much for all your support, I could not have gotten through this without the help and inspiration from all of you!

                           Love and prayers to you all!

                             Brenda

    Getting back into stuff

    Brenda, I've just started reading the posts and already am so inspired by people's stories, including your already being back at work. 

    Thank you for your encouragement, too.  Love and prayers back atcha --

    Jerzy

  • sblairc
    sblairc Member Posts: 585 Member
    #13
    danbren2 said:

    Thank you all so much!

    Thank you so much everyone, and I am happy to say I am back at work full time (came back June 2) and have gotten stronger every day.  My breathing is still a little labored, but I am doing really great.  I am starting every three month regimen with scans again and still get just as nervous with them!  Thank again so much for all your support, I could not have gotten through this without the help and inspiration from all of you!

                           Love and prayers to you all!

                             Brenda

    You are such an amazing woman

    You rock. Kicking this cancers **** with surgery only, as long as you have, OUTSTANDING. 

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