Needing some prayers

andreae
andreae Member Posts: 236
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
Hi all,

Well, you will really not believe this. At least, I don't really yet. There was this bump on my head. Given the fact that I'm on erbitux and dealing with the rash, I figured (along with my mother and oncologist) that it was a sebaceous cyst. Anyways, we biopsied it and it turns out to be cancer. Yep, I have a scalp metastasis. Of course, I guess I should have known. It is a rare occurrence with less than 4% of rectal cancer patients experiencing cutaneous metastases, so of course I get one. I'm looking on the bright side and HOPING and PRAYING that, if I had to experience a new lesion, the skin is the best place to get one (it won't kill me). So, we're doing scanning in the coming weeks. Please pray that it is NOT in my brain or liver and that my lungs are stable. ARGH! I'm actually not too demoralized. Just frustrated and hoping that is the only disease progression.

I hope everyone is doing well. We did get our first snow fall and it is beautiful!

Still not believing my luck (and lack thereof...),
Andrea

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  • kerry
    kerry Member Posts: 1,313 Member
    #2
    Oh Andreae, my goodness. You will be in my prayers. I can't believe this is all happening to you. You are such a strong and special person...hang in there sweetie, you are a fighter.

    Let us know how you are doing and how the scans come out.

    Kerry
  • scouty
    scouty Member Posts: 1,965 Member
    #3
    Oh Sweet Baby Girl!!!!!!!!

    DAMMIT!!!!!!!!! This disease does suck. You are right about the scalp tumor. Maybe, it is just the **** cells vacating your body and wanted to rest one last time before they do. Who the hell really knows, but your attitude and fight will win out. I really do feel that way. You just keeping moving forward and doing what you think is best for you. I think you know that we all love you here and are with you every single moment of every single day.

    There aren't many more times in the day that I can't send you hugs, kisses and prayers (I do it so often already), but I will figure out a way to do it more and better.

    I love and admire you so honey!!!!!!

    Lisa P.

    PS Selfish me, I loved hearing from you. I personally have missed you.
  • jana11
    jana11 Member Posts: 705
    #4
    Holy cow!! I am so very sorry - you deserve so much better than this!! At least you spotted it, biopsied it, and can keep an eye on it!

    You are so amazing and tremendous. May your spirit keep you going and kick this terrible beast's butt!

    You remain in my thoughts and prayers... be well. jana
  • ramona41
    ramona41 Member Posts: 72
    #5
    wow I didnt know ya could get it in your scalp..dang..I will say a prayer right nowwwwww..peace and love..ramona
  • oneagleswings
    oneagleswings Member Posts: 425 Member
    #6
    Hello Andrea:
    The bright side is that you caught it and know what it is and get it the hell away...I am sending a special prayer that everything else is ok with your scans...
    Andrea:- being also from Canada- how were you able to get erbitux?

    Bev
  • BusterBrown
    BusterBrown Member Posts: 221 Member
    #7
    Andrea:
    I'm sending a couple a prayers and well wishes your way. Hang in there and take it one day at a time.
    Buster
  • crazylady
    crazylady Member Posts: 543 Member
    #8
    Andrea,
    I had no idea that you could end up with cancer on the scalp! Sending positive energy your way. Stay strong and positive!
    Jamie
  • livin
    livin Member Posts: 318 Member
    #9
    Dammit, I am mad when it rain it pours, I know the feeling. Keep the faith my strong Shero. Thank God you were on top of things. Livin
  • StacyGleaso
    StacyGleaso Member Posts: 1,233 Member
    #10
    Andrea,

    If ANYONE can whip this, YOU CAN! I agree with you about luck, sometimes I feel like if it weren't for bad luck, I wouldn't have any at all! Actually, I'm surprised I didn't get a scalp tumor since I spent the majority of my life with my head up my....anyway, I digress!

    Best blessings heading your way! (oh, no pun intended! (blush!) )

    Stacy
  • goldfinch
    goldfinch Member Posts: 735
    #11
    andrea,
    you are always in my prayers. i'll have to double them now! keep up that attitude!
    Mary
  • kangatoo
    kangatoo Member Posts: 2,105 Member
    #12
    goldfinch said:

    andrea,
    you are always in my prayers. i'll have to double them now! keep up that attitude!
    Mary

    Hiya Andrea..nice to hear from yah...but ohhh...so sorry gal. Hey, sweetie..just another hiccup babe! All our love and GO BEAT THA HELL OUTA IT!
    Ross n Jen
  • spongebob
    spongebob Member Posts: 2,565 Member
    #13
    Andrea -

    You're one amazing trooper. As always, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

    - Bob
  • 2bhealed
    2bhealed Member Posts: 2,064 Member
    #14
    hey Sweet Baby Girl!!

    What a sucky-moto bump in the road. Unbelievable. I am glad you told us. You better believe you are in my prayers!!

    We got our first snowfall last night too. My little one is begging me to outside at the moment....

    will be waiting on pins and needles to hear your scan results.

    peace, emily (who did laugh at stacy's puns)
  • jsabol
    jsabol Member Posts: 1,145 Member
    #15
    Hi Andrea, What an unbelievable turn of events; I didn't even know skin mets was possible; more prayers coming your way for good outcome. Judy
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  • JKendall
    JKendall Member Posts: 186
    #17
    Andrea...how in the world did that happen??? Never heard of such a thing. The prayers are all yours. Take care. Jimmy
  • tkd3g
    tkd3g Member Posts: 767
    #18
    Hi Andrea,

    Crap, crap, crap and crap again!( the Imodium is in the medicine cabinet :) So sorry. Tons of prayers coming at you, darlin. No one should have to go through this. You have had your fair share. Enough is enough.

    You, my dear, are the epitome of strength, courage and fortitude. Hang tight. Things are gonna work out fine.

    I'll bet that first snowfall is beautiful. I always found such peace in the quiet of a new fallen snow.

    Love to you,

    Barb
  • nanuk
    nanuk Member Posts: 1,358 Member
    #19
    I'll be in church sunday-(yes, church..) and if the roof doesn't fall down, you will be remembered out loud to the entire congregation. Best wishes, Bud
  • Kanort
    Kanort Member Posts: 1,272 Member
    #20
    Dear Andrea,

    Thank you for sharing your newest challenge with us. We will be with you all of the way....praying harder for your healing and for scan results that show no disease progression. My heart is heavy knowing that you are having to once again endure more procedures and testing.

    Please send me your address in private email. I would like to send you a healing bag.

    Thinking of you,

    Kay
  • taunya
    taunya Member Posts: 390 Member
    #21
    Hi Andrea,
    I just read your message and wanted to say CRAP! I am sorry this is happening. You sound like you have a wonderful attitude (nothing new!) I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts. Hang in there.
    Love,
    Taunya

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