julieb
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Post by julieb on Oct 1, 2014 21:53:40 GMT
My mom was diagnosed yesterday with salvatory gland cancer. The dr. doesn't think the cancer started there and she is having a PET scan next week. She is 82 and we haven't had any types of cancer in our family, except her sister who had lung cancer (smoker).
The dr. had to aspirate twice to get cells and I'm hoping the pathologist was wrong. I was misdiagnosed with lymphoma 5 years ago because of a pathologist error. A girl can hope - right?
10/14 update -
Went today for PET scan results. PET scan did not show salivary gland as a hot spot!! No other hot spots accept a little on top of roof of mouth. Dr. said it wasn't "hot" enough for concern and did another exam and doesn't see anything suspicious. Also needs to get an EKG and they said there was some calcification in her carotid artery so we will have to address those issues. We are scheduling surgery to have gland removed and it will be biopsied, but for now this is the best news possible!
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Post by gar on Oct 1, 2014 22:00:21 GMT
Of course you can.....hang in there ((hugs))
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Post by papersilly on Oct 1, 2014 22:03:13 GMT
of course! Hold onto to hope!! an extended member is fighting a recurrence of his salivary gland cancer. it is now stage 4. he had surgery last October but it came back recently. he are holding out hope for him too as he starts his radiation. he is a fighter and has a really positive attitude.
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Post by pattipea on Oct 1, 2014 22:04:56 GMT
You absolutely CAN hope. Never give up hope. Thoughts and prayers for your mom, you and all involved.
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River
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Post by River on Oct 1, 2014 22:07:22 GMT
Always keep hope alive! Your mom will need it no matter what the PET scan reveals.
Lots of love and prayers for you and your mom!
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Post by Mystie on Oct 1, 2014 22:20:24 GMT
Big hugs to you and your mom...mistakes are made, for sure, and it never hurts to keep hope alive.
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Post by Zee on Oct 1, 2014 22:37:40 GMT
Wishing you and her a good outcome (hugs)
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NoWomanNoCry
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Oct 1, 2014 22:40:44 GMT
Wishing for the best!
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Post by caro on Oct 1, 2014 22:43:58 GMT
Big hugs!!
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Post by azredhead on Oct 1, 2014 22:50:03 GMT
BIG HUGS we are going through this with MIL now. She was diagnosed with Stage2 Breast Cancer, the lump is so large they can't remove it just yet. But they are still saying it very treatable! They have given her heavy meds to try and shrink it first. She did a PET scan a few days ago to make sure it hasn't spread. We find out on the 21st. If the meds don't work they will start chemo. She has numerous other health issues and epilepsy. Not sure how she will do with Chemo. But she is like your mom 82. They say it's very treatable so thee is always hope. There is no cancer history in our family either so it was a bit of a surprise anyway. That and she's 82! I totally understand the shock. But there is hope- you have to have hope. I always tell myself their are amazing things they do in the medical field and it changes all the time.
Best of luck to you and your mom!
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~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on Oct 1, 2014 22:50:49 GMT
Never give up hope!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2014 23:02:18 GMT
I'm so sorry, that is really scary. The day I found out my mom had cancer is still one of the scariest days of my life.
Keeping good thoughts for both you and your mom!!
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Post by Anna*Banana on Oct 1, 2014 23:05:36 GMT
My mom was diagnosed yesterday with salvatory gland cancer. The dr. doesn't think the cancer started there and she is having a PET scan next week. She is 82 and we haven't had any types of cancer in our family, except her sister who had lung cancer (smoker).
The dr. had to aspirate twice to get cells and I'm hoping the pathologist was wrong. I was misdiagnosed with lymphoma 5 years ago because of a pathologist error. A girl can hope - right?
Here's hoping... As hard as it is to not worry about it, I hope you're able to get a scientist brain working and do some research now. If you don't need the treatment info, great. If it turns out you need it you'll be ready with info and questions to ask the Drs. {{{hugs}}} |
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Post by alittleintrepid on Oct 1, 2014 23:17:21 GMT
Cancer sucks. MI will never forget how lost I felt when my mom was diagnosed with cancer. Although she lost her battle, I believe the hope she carried helped her live longer and happier after her first diagnosis. I hope for the best possible outcome for your mom!
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Post by renateb on Oct 1, 2014 23:30:20 GMT
A co-worker was diagnosed with that cancer last winter. She went through a course of radiation (8 weeks maybe) and she is cancer free now. Her dentist actually was the first to notice something wrong. She said the radiation was tough, but she is doing very well now.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2014 23:43:47 GMT
I'm holding on to hope right along with you. Sending up prayers and good thoughts your way. Keep us posted.
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Post by Dori~Mama~Bear on Oct 1, 2014 23:48:04 GMT
Hugs to you and your mom.. Hoping that everything is good and the pathologist is wrong.
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julieb
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Post by julieb on Oct 1, 2014 23:48:16 GMT
Did they have a primary site for the cancer? The dr. said it's unlikely that it started in her salivary gland.
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julieb
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Post by julieb on Oct 1, 2014 23:51:31 GMT
Thank you for all of your positive thoughts!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2014 23:53:08 GMT
Definitely. Stay positive!
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Post by christine58 on Oct 1, 2014 23:59:46 GMT
I was in your shoes a year ago when my mom was diagnosed with stage 2 colon cancer...a year and chemo later...CANCER FREE!~ Never ever lose hope
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Post by lucyg on Oct 2, 2014 0:04:25 GMT
awww ... I'm sorry and I hope the pathologist is very wrong!
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Post by scrapmaven on Oct 2, 2014 0:07:21 GMT
The shock is intense. I'm so sorry you have to go through this nightmare.
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Post by renateb on Oct 2, 2014 0:47:22 GMT
Did they have a primary site for the cancer? The dr. said it's unlikely that it started in her salivary gland. I never heard any mention of a primary site. I do know the salivary gland cancer is all that was treated with radiation. She did not do chemo. |
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Post by straggler on Oct 2, 2014 1:01:56 GMT
Prayers for your Mom and hugs for you!
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Post by baslp on Oct 2, 2014 1:05:54 GMT
So sorry to see this. I would also go for a second opinion.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Oct 2, 2014 12:15:46 GMT
Hoping and praying that your mom does well whatever the diagnosis. Hugs to you.
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Post by mikklynn on Oct 2, 2014 13:00:20 GMT
Hang in there, Pea friend. You have our support.
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Post by 1lear on Oct 2, 2014 13:04:43 GMT
Prayers to you and your mom! I hope the outcome is positive!
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Oct 2, 2014 13:10:00 GMT
Wishing for the best!
Prayers and positive thoughts!
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