I just read the thread in the other forum to get a better idea of what you are facing. You have great courage and spirit, and it is inspiring how you are facing this setback. My prayers are with you along with hope for a speedy recovery.
Sorry to hear about the relapse. Never thought that a lymph node could get that big (5x2.5cm). I hope the removal has been successful and you recover the soonest.
You have been a wonderful (and longtime) contributor to this forum and I feel especially bad that you are facing new challenges. I am ignorant with respect to lymphomas, but I do hope that the issue can be solved.
Well, we face so many issues on this plain of existence. I will say this, your approach and attitude is a beacon for me and I am sure for many others. As we continue to face the "Emperor of of all Maladies", it always has surprises for us. So keep up the fight. Wish you a speedy recovery.
Nine days after biopsy removal, still no word. The pathology group claims "most results within 24 to 48 hours." My onc did say that she called the pathology office and they thought it necessary to send off my samples to another facility for second opinion. Silly me, always being the exception.
I might use this as a teaching moment: The W.H.O. recognizes five forms of Hodgkin's lymphoma, and over fifty types of non-HL. They all vary in cell types, and drugs that work for one are often useless against other strains. Many hematologst spend an entire career with out ever seeing many of these disease subtypes. It is a challanging line of work.
Finally got my biopsy results yesterday. The diagnosis is PTGC. This is usually benign, and is benign in my particular case. Surgeon said the node he removed was tennis-ball sized.
Joined: Jun 2015
Be positive
Hi Max,
Hope for the best, stay positive.
Dave 3+4
Joined: Jun 2017
Relapse
Dear Max,
I just read the thread in the other forum to get a better idea of what you are facing. You have great courage and spirit, and it is inspiring how you are facing this setback. My prayers are with you along with hope for a speedy recovery.
Eric
Joined: Apr 2009
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My thoughts and prayers are with you. I wish that you have a full and speedy recovery.
Joined: Nov 2010
Another chapter in your life
Sorry to hear about the relapse. Never thought that a lymph node could get that big (5x2.5cm). I hope the removal has been successful and you recover the soonest.
Best wishes for good news on Tuesday.
VG
Joined: Aug 2014
Best wishes
You have been a wonderful (and longtime) contributor to this forum and I feel especially bad that you are facing new challenges. I am ignorant with respect to lymphomas, but I do hope that the issue can be solved.
Joined: May 2012
XOXO
Love ya, Old Salt. I am hoping fo the samet thing......
Joined: Feb 2018
Plain of existence
Well, we face so many issues on this plain of existence. I will say this, your approach and attitude is a beacon for me and I am sure for many others. As we continue to face the "Emperor of of all Maladies", it always has surprises for us. So keep up the fight. Wish you a speedy recovery.
Joined: May 2012
Bio
Nine days after biopsy removal, still no word. The pathology group claims "most results within 24 to 48 hours." My onc did say that she called the pathology office and they thought it necessary to send off my samples to another facility for second opinion. Silly me, always being the exception.
I might use this as a teaching moment: The W.H.O. recognizes five forms of Hodgkin's lymphoma, and over fifty types of non-HL. They all vary in cell types, and drugs that work for one are often useless against other strains. Many hematologst spend an entire career with out ever seeing many of these disease subtypes. It is a challanging line of work.
Joined: May 2012
Results
Finally got my biopsy results yesterday. The diagnosis is PTGC. This is usually benign, and is benign in my particular case. Surgeon said the node he removed was tennis-ball sized.
I give thanks,
https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/10712/progressive-transformation-of-germinal-centers
Joined: Feb 2018
Great News
Always gald to hear good news. I know you must be happy. Enjoy.
Joined: Jun 2015
Great news
A very good report, something us cancer survivors dont get very often. Take a deep breath of relief and have a brewski.
Dave 3+4
Joined: May 2012
Recommendation
Cleve, at your recommendation, I broke out the good stuff: Milwaukee's Best Lite, $9.00 on sale for a 15 pack.
Joined: Nov 2010
Smashing news
In terms of cancer, I have been around it, beside it and under it, but never above it. However, I think that you are above it all. Congratulations.
VG
Joined: Aug 2014
Great news
But I would have celebrated with a pumpkin ale.
Or a chocolate stout perhaps?
PS: The Oktoberfest brews are probably sold out by now...