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Re: Stage III Cancer Survivors .... 10+ Years and Out
Noooo way!! Us old timers are out here, just caught up in enjoying life, not necessarily online. I am a mere days from my from the 10th anniversary of my Stage 3B diagnosis and related treatment hell. But I'm proof that it is possible for life to go on well beyond diagnosis. (If you get good care and have some luck on your side, of course. I say this not to discourage anyone going through treatment, but to respect those who were not fortunate enough to make it through.)
Re: I’m on hospice - anyone else?
@kbl that is a truly beautiful Pic. And you have nost definitely made a difference.
seeq
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@candy-678 It's funny you mention planning your funeral. I was thinking about that last night too. I wound up deciding to do nothing-let whoever is grieving me plan it. I may change my mind but that was my mood last night. I imagine my relatives will just be annoyed with all my stuff. None of them are churchy so maybe there won't even be a funeral. I'm slowly trying to get rid of things but then I get new things too. My burial plot is in northern Wisconsin, so if/when I go to hospice, I hope I can do it up there so that my body doesn't have to be transported far. I should at least write out instructions for my SIL who is currently my POA.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Belated Happy birthday!
Hope the day included all of the things you love most.
so sorry to hear about your sister but proud of you for taking your power back. I'm also in the accelerated arthritis club and have convinced my MO that the estrogen suppression is a big factor. Fortunately, she agreed to prescribe Celebrex, which helps reduce the pain.
how is your diverticulitis? Just went through my first experience with that and it was miserable. Had to stop Kisqali for a month because of the antibiotics. Everything back on track now, although still more tired than usual. I have been too exhausted to post very often or even read back, but improving in small steps. Surprised to read in your post that @cookie54 is on a clinical trial. How are you cookie?
In pockets for you and @threetrees biopsy results as well as @shanagirl s multiple neck and dental treatments.
Healing thoughts and virtual hugs to all.
Eleanora
eleanora
Re: STEAM ROOM FOR ANGER
@kathrynw1thasea I just wanted to say that it's shitty that all your icing was seemingly undone when that fire alarm happened... I'd be upset too. I have heard from some survivors that neuropathy can fade over time? No idea under what circumstances. I'm starting to feel neuropathy symptoms, which is really scary to me.
Today's vent is hearing about all these coworkers who get to use their paid time off for travel... I have to use mine for treatment days,I am scared to use any more than I have to until I'm done with active treatment. I can't even call in sick if I'm having a bad chemo side effects day, like today. Just feeling sorry for myself, I guess.
kks_11
Re: Are you currently (or have you been) in a Clinical Trial?
Of course! Knowledge is power. I'm not sure how strong I feel since I just faceplanted getting out of an Uber, haha, but thanks for the compliment. We're all pretty damn tough I think to be going through this!
CBL
Re: How are people with liver mets doing?
@vlnrph I am sorry to read about your struggles but understand your decision. I will be praying for your transition and that you and your family will be at peace. Sending extra hugs.
Re: How are people with liver mets doing?
@threetree - congratulations on getting through the biopsy! If I had been stuck in traffic as you were, my anxiety would have been off the charts.
Last month, I spent nearly 2 weeks in the hospital, discharged with a pair of nephrostomy tubes and bags which collect urine. The disease had progressed to peritoneal carcinomatosis. My ureters were being compressed by the tumor which impaired the kidneys’ ability to function.
I’m not pursuing further treatment and will soon be thinking about hospice. My oncologist gave me a 3-6 month prognosis so I need to begin wrapping things up. Otherwise my husband would have too much to handle. Trouble is, I’m already very low on energy…
vlnrph
Re: De Novo Stage IV
Hi Everyone! I had to write to the mods to figure out how to get to our thread. I couldn't remember the title of this thread!
How is everyone and I hope that you can find your way back here.
denny123