Thread Bomber
Posts: 1,851
Jun 25, 2011 12:43pm
I have had a Bone marrow biopsy, a spinal tap, and so many blood tests that I can barely keep track of all of them, and after consulting a couple of oncologists I have been diagnosed with Type 1 Non Hodgkin Lymphoma.
I am fortunate from the standpoint that It was caught very early. Preliminary tests have shown that it has not spread to any Major organs.
On Sunday, I had a tonsillectomy and two lymph nodes removed from the side of my chest. The biopsy confirmed the cancer, But it also showed that the cells were non indolent. (slow growing)
Tuesday, I had the first radiation treatment. Imagine a bad sunburn that itches about the size if a soft ball on 15 or 15 places on the body.
Thursday I had my first Chemo therapy. At first it wasn't so bad. It was like a massive hangover with a double headache. Then yesterday, I felt much better and thought it prudent to drink a couple beers. BAD IDEA. I was amazed that it was possible to puke straight up and hit the ceiling 6 feet above my head. A puke rain Then resulted. I looked at the wife when I returned from the bathroom, expecting the yelling to commence, and Only got a small disappointed look and a short comment " I guess you leaned a little lesson there"
God I love this woman, it has to be sooo hard on her, and All I get is love and support from her.
Another 3 weeks or so of this and they will recheck again. Ant will adjust or add treatments as necessary.
The people at the James are awesome. That is why Teh OSU id the greatest University in the world. ( The football thing is just a plus)
If I get well and live long enough to see my Grand kids grow, It might just turn into a religious experience for me.
Until later, remember.... This is serious business.....
I am fortunate from the standpoint that It was caught very early. Preliminary tests have shown that it has not spread to any Major organs.
On Sunday, I had a tonsillectomy and two lymph nodes removed from the side of my chest. The biopsy confirmed the cancer, But it also showed that the cells were non indolent. (slow growing)
Tuesday, I had the first radiation treatment. Imagine a bad sunburn that itches about the size if a soft ball on 15 or 15 places on the body.
Thursday I had my first Chemo therapy. At first it wasn't so bad. It was like a massive hangover with a double headache. Then yesterday, I felt much better and thought it prudent to drink a couple beers. BAD IDEA. I was amazed that it was possible to puke straight up and hit the ceiling 6 feet above my head. A puke rain Then resulted. I looked at the wife when I returned from the bathroom, expecting the yelling to commence, and Only got a small disappointed look and a short comment " I guess you leaned a little lesson there"
God I love this woman, it has to be sooo hard on her, and All I get is love and support from her.
Another 3 weeks or so of this and they will recheck again. Ant will adjust or add treatments as necessary.
The people at the James are awesome. That is why Teh OSU id the greatest University in the world. ( The football thing is just a plus)
If I get well and live long enough to see my Grand kids grow, It might just turn into a religious experience for me.
Until later, remember.... This is serious business.....
lhslep134
Posts: 9,774
Jun 25, 2011 1:36pm
Keep fighting, sounds like a pretty insane process.
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Thinthickbigred
Posts: 4,148
Jun 25, 2011 1:46pm
Good luck to you ..It will take some time but you will get better
j_crazy
Posts: 8,372
Jun 25, 2011 2:17pm
get 'em TB.
best wishes.
best wishes.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Jun 25, 2011 2:37pm
Keep fighting and kick this things' ass, man !!!
Trueblue23
Posts: 7,463
Jun 25, 2011 3:18pm
Best of luck to you buddy.
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I Am Ahab
Posts: 478
Jun 25, 2011 3:38pm
Good luck man. Keep fighting.
O-Trap
Posts: 14,994
Jun 25, 2011 3:43pm
Thread Bomber;813530 wrote:I've been Nuked, Stuck and poisoned....
So you went to Vegas?
Kidding. Keep fighting, and DON'T DRINK! Had a friend with the same diagnosis about two years ago. Drinking wrecked him after chemo.
coyotes22
Posts: 11,298
Jun 25, 2011 4:55pm
Good luck man! Hope you fight and beat this thing!
Writerbuckeye
Posts: 4,745
Jun 25, 2011 4:57pm
As someone who survived cancer (it was caught early, I was VERY fortunate), you are in my prayers. Take care of yourself (or let your wife do it if you can't at the moment). Survival is great. I've seen one nephew go on to college and play baseball, and my nieces are within 3 years of finishing high school.
Thrilla12
Posts: 35
Jun 25, 2011 5:26pm
Keep fighting man, hope you overcome it
tcarrier32
Posts: 1,497
Jun 25, 2011 9:38pm
just remember, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol is your new friend. scientifically proven to not make you throw up, and help with those radiation treatments.
good luck and fight the good fight sir.
good luck and fight the good fight sir.
THE4RINGZ
Posts: 16,816
Jun 25, 2011 11:23pm
Sounds like they are taking a very aggressive approach to your treatment. Keep a positive attitude and you will overcome this bullshit.
Keeping you in our daily prayers.
Keeping you in our daily prayers.
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Timber
Posts: 935
Jun 26, 2011 2:11am
Prayers to you and your family... best wishes.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Jun 26, 2011 9:23am
As others have said, keep a positive attitude and whoop this thing. Best wishes, man.
End of Line
Posts: 6,867
Jun 26, 2011 2:22pm
Stay positive man, and Best wishes to you!
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sportswizuhrd
Posts: 3,215
Jun 26, 2011 3:57pm
Best wishes to you man!