Hello friends~
Three and a half years ago I was diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer and my world as I knew it changed forever.
Recently I had my routine labs and CT scan and received the "all clear" from the oncologist. Of course I was elated (mild understatement but no one word describes the sense of relief and joy).
I wanted to share this news with you, esp. with the new people on this board, to offer you hope.
I know I'm fortunate to be NED, and I also know the cancer could come back. But for now---today--I am healthy, happy and strong.
This board can at times be very sad and the news can make you feel rather low. I wanted to share my good news to let you know that there can be a brighter future in store for you too.
Always with you all in spirit,
Tommycat
Joined: Jan 2010
Dear Tommycat
Thank you for sharing your wonderful news.
We all need to hear the news of NED entering the life of a memeber here, because it means that it is possible.
May your NEDness continue for a life time!
Hugs,
Marie who loves kitties
Joined: Sep 2011
Thank you so much for
Thank you so much for posting! I have my yearly scan coming up in January it will be 2 1/2 years since surgery! I'm praying that I get good news too! We shall see. With out stories like yours we would have no hope. Here's to many more years Ned for you! I'm so happy for you!
Joined: Mar 2012
THANKS
for the great news
Joined: Mar 2012
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Joined: May 2005
Yippee!
That's great news TC.
Don't be so sure it will come back either...
But we should always count our blessings so-to-speak
{{{hugs}}}
-p
Joined: Aug 2012
Congrats! Thanks for
Congrats! Thanks for sharing your great news.
Joined: Oct 2011
That is such great news.
That is such great news. Thank you for sharing with us. We all could use some good inspirational news.
Joined: Apr 2012
tommycat
Good news is always welcome here, Thanks for sharing yours!
Joined: Feb 2011
Great News!!! Thanks for
Great News!!! Thanks for sharing this :)
Joined: Sep 2011
Fabulous news
Wonderful news~ enjoy and rejoice in it!
"Minnesotagirl"
Joined: Nov 2001
Hugs TC
We need some positives at the moment. ron.
Joined: Jun 2006
yup
yesirreee TC thanks heaps for posting. Every triumph is a big big winner....every NED is a reason for hope and joy
well done TommyCat
mags
Joined: May 2012
Tommycat
Thanks for the positive news! Love to hear all clear!
Sandy :)
Joined: Aug 2011
This is great news TC! I
This is great news TC! I was wondering how you're doing. You just keep being NED!
Joined: Sep 2012
Congratulations! Just
Congratulations!
Just wondering if there is anything to which you attribute your success? Did you alter your lifestyle or diet? Do you avoid sugar, as many people seem to do? Do you see a naturopath?
Nice to hear such a positive story. Good luck.
Chelsea
Joined: May 2011
Thank you
Thank you for letting us share in your good news. I was missing your posts and hoping nothing was wrong. I will pray that NED is not just a guest but a permanent resident. Enjoy NED's companionship!
Cathleen Mary
Joined: Aug 2011
Thank you all for your support and kind words
Thank you all for your support and kind words.
In answer to the question about altering my lifestyle I have to admit I haven't. Always been inconsistent in exercise and diet.....I like a steak now and then, love my red wine, and don't hit the gym as often as recommended. But I also love fresh fish, playing with my children and laughing with my friends.
Maybe those are counter balances....I don't know.
It's what feels right for me.
Big hugs from California~
Joined: Jan 2007
Tommycat -
Re:
....Always been inconsistent in exercise and diet.....
......"It's what feels right for me"....
Keep doin' what you're doin', it's apparently working
pretty damned good!
Hopes for you, always!
John
Joined: Mar 2010
Congratulations
on your "all clear" and 3 plus years of NED. From a fellow stage 3 rectal survivor (albeit with one little lung thingy since removed).
Joined: Jul 2012
Great news and thank you for
Great news and thank you for cheering u up!
Alex
Joined: Mar 2009
hello
:-) lady who i have never messaged before ;-) a big fat YAY for your news and may it continue!
Joined: Aug 2012
thats fantastic :)) wishing
thats fantastic :)) wishing you a permanent remission
Joined: Jul 2012
wonderful!
great news. thanks for posting as it gives us hope.
hugs judy
Joined: Jun 2009
:-)
Continued best wishes!
Joined: Oct 2012
your good news
Thank you for sharing your good news! I was diagnosed with stage 3 September 2011, did xeloda and radiation, surgery and xeloda again. Finished treatment Sept 2012. What a year but last CT and PET were clear. I plan to enjoy everyday, every minute, every second. I am counting my blessings and hope to someday be able to post good news as you have.
THANK YOU FOR SHARING!
Joined: Oct 2012
I was also diagnosed with
I was also diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer 3 years ago. I have just recently joined this board. It has been a hard road but I am healthy and happy also. Hugs to of you!
Joined: May 2012
I'm gearing up for my surgery
I'm gearing up for my surgery which is in a month and some nights I'm up until 3am (like tonight). I'm clinging to posts like this. I am trying to think good thoughts but the nagging stage I to stage III in just 9 weeks but we're not sure if it was there or wasn't or what will be or what will not be takes its toll. It's amazing how much of this is a guessing game even to doctors who deal with this all the time. Thanks for the post, it's very encouraging!!!