61redhead
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Location: South Carolina
Jun 28, 2014 11:27:52 GMT
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Post by 61redhead on Dec 11, 2018 0:38:58 GMT
You truly do think it will never happen to you. After years of prayers, support, etc for various peas in their battles with cancer, I now find myself among your ranks. On Nov 13, they found a large mass in my upper left lung.
I have now had a PET scan and a broncoscopy to get biopsy samples, and as of Friday, it was confirmed as non small cell lung cancer, at least stage 3b, but I still have to have a brain mri to rule out Mets to the brain. The tumor is large (8+ cm) and therefore inoperable. There are two lymph nodes involved in the mediastinum.
I meet with a radiation oncologist on Thursday afternoon and a another specialist Friday morning. The expected treatment will be a combo of chemo and radiation done concurrently.
Your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated, as well as any personal experience with lung cancer. I quit smoking over 10 years ago.
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Gravity
Pearl Clutcher
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Jun 27, 2014 0:29:55 GMT
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Post by Gravity on Dec 11, 2018 0:43:24 GMT
I am so sorry. Big ((HUGS))
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Post by Prenticekid on Dec 11, 2018 0:45:19 GMT
I am so sorry. I wish you all the best in undergoing the treatment.
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Post by scrapbookwriter on Dec 11, 2018 0:45:36 GMT
I’m so sorry for your news. We’ll be here to support you. xoxo
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Post by busy on Dec 11, 2018 0:47:46 GMT
I'm so sorry. This community is a wealth of experience, knowledge and support... lean on us whenever you need it. ((hugs))
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Post by gale w on Dec 11, 2018 0:47:58 GMT
I'm so sorry.  I'll be saying lots of prayers for you. |
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scrappinghappy
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“I’m late, I’m late for a very important date. No time to say “Hello.” Goodbye. I’m late...."
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Post by scrappinghappy on Dec 11, 2018 0:49:02 GMT
I know someone locally who is very active as both a patient and advocate in the lung cancer community. Please PM if you would like to get in touch with her - she would be an amazing resource for you. In the meantime I will keep you in my prayers
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Post by elaine on Dec 11, 2018 0:49:21 GMT
I am sorry! (((Hugs)))
We are here for you.
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Post by 950nancy on Dec 11, 2018 0:49:36 GMT
Cancer sucks. I wish you the best on your journey to recover. Hugs and prayers.
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Post by artisticscrapper on Dec 11, 2018 0:50:57 GMT
It’s always a shock when you get that diagnosis.. I know I was surprised when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I’m so sorry it’s happening to you. Hugs and prayers going out to you.
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Post by jenjie on Dec 11, 2018 0:51:36 GMT
Ahhh no. I’m so sorry. Praying for you.
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Post by hop2 on Dec 11, 2018 0:52:07 GMT
Hugs! Sending you positive thoughts for healing!
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Sue
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Post by Sue on Dec 11, 2018 0:52:49 GMT
I'm so sorry you find yourself in this situation. I wish you all the best and will keep you in my prayers. Hugs and best wishes.
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Post by Skellinton on Dec 11, 2018 0:53:31 GMT
I am sorry.
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Post by mollycoddle on Dec 11, 2018 0:54:00 GMT
Sending good thoughts your way.
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Mystie
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Post by Mystie on Dec 11, 2018 0:54:42 GMT
I'm really sorry to hear this. I pray that the treatment will work wonderfully well for you.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Dec 11, 2018 0:55:27 GMT
I hate to hear that, but I'm glad you are letting us know so we can support you in whatever way we can.
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janeliz
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I'm the Wiz and nobody beats me.
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Post by janeliz on Dec 11, 2018 0:55:31 GMT
Many positive thoughts and a prayer coming your way.
(((Hugs)))
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Dec 11, 2018 0:56:23 GMT
I’m so sorry. I will keep you in my prayers.
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valincal
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Southern Alberta
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Post by valincal on Dec 11, 2018 0:59:53 GMT
I’m so sorry. Sending hugs and positive thoughts. Take care.
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ashley
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Post by ashley on Dec 11, 2018 1:01:36 GMT
You sound strong... and when you aren’t feeling like you are, we will all be here to remind you that you are and be strong with you.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2018 1:10:39 GMT
I'm sorry you are going through this and prayers for a successful treatment plan.
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anaterra
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Jun 29, 2014 3:04:02 GMT
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Post by anaterra on Dec 11, 2018 1:12:13 GMT
You are in my thoughts...
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Post by Outspoken on Dec 11, 2018 1:12:51 GMT
I’m sorry to hear this news. I pray that your treatment is successful and your healing is complete and quick.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Dec 11, 2018 1:13:38 GMT
So sorry you will facing this.
((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))
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Post by crazy4scraps on Dec 11, 2018 1:13:39 GMT
I’m so sorry! I’ll definitely be thinking of you and wishing you the best possible outcome. The Peas will always have your back.
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peasquared
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Post by peasquared on Dec 11, 2018 1:15:33 GMT
Oh No! I am so sorry! We are here for you and have your back. There are quite a few peas here who can help you with what to expect and your questions and they are so generous of their time and experience. I'm sure they will be of tremendous help.
Just know that we are thinking of you and praying for you!
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GiantsFan
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Jun 27, 2014 14:44:56 GMT
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Post by GiantsFan on Dec 11, 2018 1:16:25 GMT
I'm so sorry. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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inkedup
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Jun 26, 2014 5:00:26 GMT
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Post by inkedup on Dec 11, 2018 1:17:00 GMT
I'm so sorry for what you are going through.
I hope you are receiving great medical care and that you feel supported and loved as you face the future.
We are here to console and comfort you. Again, I am very sorry.
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Post by Lexica on Dec 11, 2018 1:17:07 GMT
I’m am so sorry. I cannot put into words how much I hate cancer, and more so that we don’t have a one-size-fits-all vaccination or pill that we can take to develop antibodies to keep us from ever having to deal with it. You will be in my prayers.
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I'll be saying lots of prayers for you. 
