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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2019 6:31:28 GMT
I am so worried and scared for DH'S oncology appointment tomorrow. We'll find out if his bladder cancer spread & will know his staging. DH has felt terrible lately and has a bad UTI. He's been so weak and tired and his breathing has been awful. He said that he feels like the cancer spread to his lungs. We won't know anything until tomorrow. I'm trying to be positive for DH, but on the inside I'm crumbling. Just had to get that out. I'm sure I'll ask questions here if it doesn't go well.
2/12/19 UPDATE: Just got home from the appointment. DH had to take a xanax before the doctor came in--he was that anxious! I accidentally gave him his Xarelto by mistake! Oops!!! The nurse gave him snacks to eat. You can tell I'm out of sorts.........
GOOD NEWS: The Oncologist said that there is no new cancer according to the CT scans. I got a copy of the report. The kidneys show some change, so we have to watch out for that now too, but there's no cancer anywhere.
He wants DH to go back to his Urologist for another cystoscopy (every 3 months) and if there's another tumor, get it removed. We're used to that process. He wants DH to see a qualified Urology surgeon either at Moffitt or Tampa General Hospital. I'll fight to try to get him to see this doctor although his primary doctor will see a clean CT scan and insist that there's no reason to go to another doctor! The Oncologist said that if he keeps going to his regular Urologist, all he could do it to keep removing the tumors and just wait until the cancer spreads and then there's only chemo and radiation as a course of treatment; the removal of the bladder is his best bet. I'll try to fight for it.
That's it! We are both so happy and exhausted too. Thank you ALL for your prayers and your supportive words. It means the world to me to have someone to tell this to and helps me help DH more, so, THANK YOU!!!
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Post by scrappintoee on Feb 12, 2019 6:36:58 GMT
Ohhh, I’m so sorry!!! .... SO much to deal with!!! I hate to think of how terribly sad and scary this would be if it were my DH. Is he on oxygen and/ or inhalation meds/ nebulizer to help with his breathing? I’m sending up prayers for both of you, and many (( hugs ))!
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Post by valincal on Feb 12, 2019 6:39:48 GMT
So sorry...I hope the news is positive. Take care.
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Post by callmenutz on Feb 12, 2019 6:40:22 GMT
I am so sorry that you and your husband are going through this. I can only imagine how scared you are. I am lifting you both in prayer; may God hold you both in the palm of His hand.
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Post by Basket1lady on Feb 12, 2019 6:40:49 GMT
The waiting is the worst. You will be in my thoughts and prayers tomorrow. Literally, not just platitudes.
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Post by malibou on Feb 12, 2019 6:46:56 GMT
I've got my fingers crossed for you guys.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2019 6:48:45 GMT
Ohhh, I’m so sorry!!! .... SO much to deal with!!! I hate to think of how terribly sad and scary this would be if it were my DH. Is he on oxygen and/ or inhalation meds/ nebulizer to help with his breathing? I’m sending up prayers for both of you, and many (( hugs ))! Thank you! Yes, he has emphysema and COPD, so he has a rescue inhaler and a nebulizer. Nothing is helping lately. He's been to the doctor & had a sore throat, etc. She said it was bad allergies and added Flonase to his meds, but his lungs sounded clear so far. He has such a wheeze that it sounds like he has a cat in his throat. The tired/weak thing is what worries me. He's not on oxygen but he was 10 years ago. It's time for him to see a pulminologist if all goes well tomorrow.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2019 6:50:23 GMT
Thank you all so much for your supportive & kind words. Trying to hold it together until tomorrow. Thanks again.
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Post by FurryP on Feb 12, 2019 6:54:03 GMT
Hoping for the best for your DH. Sorry you have to go through this.
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Post by patin on Feb 12, 2019 7:33:59 GMT
Praying for you both.
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Post by PLurker on Feb 12, 2019 7:38:35 GMT
So sorry for the feeling of dread you are experiencing. Hugs and good thoughts for good news.
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Feb 12, 2019 7:40:01 GMT
I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I will keep you and your husband in my thoughts and hope for the best possible news.
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Post by inkedup on Feb 12, 2019 7:45:37 GMT
What a scary thing to face. We are here to support you no matter what. ❤
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Post by ametallichick on Feb 12, 2019 7:57:34 GMT
I can’t imagine how anxious that must be. Just know we’re thinking of you and praying for positive news. (((Hugs)))!!
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Post by cawoman on Feb 12, 2019 8:41:36 GMT
@bergdorfblonde. I have a good friend that has been feeling sick and weak since December. Sore throat and cough. Friday she started wheezing and went to the ER. They did a nose swab and she was positive for Human Metapneumovirus. They told her they don’t see many cases of this and admitted her. They said there was a child in the same hospital for it. They kept her for one night and loaded her up on various meds. She said she felt better than she had in weeks. When I spoke to her on Sunday she wasn’t feeling as good as Saturday, but better than before she was treated.
My reason for telling you this is just in case, by some chance, this could be what is making your husband feel weak/sick. The symptoms sound similar. I pray that your husband gets good news regarding his cancer. Big hugs to you too.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2019 8:48:41 GMT
I am so very sorry this is happening to you. The waiting and worrying must be hell. I'll be thinking of you tomorrow.
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Post by koontz on Feb 12, 2019 8:54:13 GMT
That is scary, I can imagine you can't sleep. It`s day here in Europe, so I`m sure there are plenty of us around to chat. I hope for a good update tomorrow!
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Post by gillyp on Feb 12, 2019 8:54:54 GMT
I am so sorry you are both going through this and I sincerely hope tomorrow will bring better news than you fear. Big hugs to you.
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Post by jenjie on Feb 12, 2019 10:32:30 GMT
Ahhhh. Praying for you both.
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Post by gailoh on Feb 12, 2019 10:37:41 GMT
My prayers and hugs coming your way....
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Post by ss on Feb 12, 2019 10:38:32 GMT
Hugs and prayers for you and DH.
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Feb 12, 2019 10:47:48 GMT
((HUGS)) Hoping he feels better soon!
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Post by Really Red on Feb 12, 2019 11:43:02 GMT
I hope that everything goes well. It's hard to be the person to have to hold everything together. I hope you're just seeing the bad side and the good side will present itself to you tomorrow. Lots and lots of hugs. I will be thinking of you.
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Post by ellen on Feb 12, 2019 12:10:32 GMT
Oh my, that is a huge thing to have on your mind. I hope you receive good news.
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Post by momto4kiddos on Feb 12, 2019 12:19:09 GMT
((HUGS)) Hope you get some positive news today.
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Post by liya on Feb 12, 2019 12:26:04 GMT
Sending good thoughts for some positive news.
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Post by purplebee on Feb 12, 2019 12:26:10 GMT
Many prayers and hugs coming your way.
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Post by quietgirl on Feb 12, 2019 12:28:37 GMT
I hope things go well today. I am thinking of you and wishing good news.
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Post by anniebygaslight on Feb 12, 2019 12:36:34 GMT
I hope you get good news. x
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2019 12:44:06 GMT
Wishing your family health and peace.
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