DH's test results are in

[always quiet]

Words that you NEVER want to hear..................cancer.

With that being said, I really think some doctors need to take a course in humanity. The doctor called me this morning. He said he had already spoken to Dennis at work. The "swollen gland" is definitely a maligent tumor.............he then gives me this name of something that sounds like it comes straight from hell................Squamous Cell Carcinoma. This is all spoken with as much emotion as you would tell someone that their car needed a new exhaust system. The doctor will contact Unv of Penn to schedule an appointment. You can only imagine the thoughts that were running through my mind.

Some minutes pass and the shock wears off. I get on the internet and go to webmd. A search on this cancer shows that it is skin cancer. Now, cancer is cancer BUT these words sure as heck would of taken the 'sting' out. Success rate is high with "proper treatment". More than likely, he will be admitted, the mass removed and chemo and/or radiation will follow.

I don't mean to sound like I am making light of a serious situation. It is just that this is probably the best scenario if you have to deal with cancer. I am thinking optimistically.........but realistically. I have called Disney and asked what would happen if I would need to cancel my reservations as well as tickets to MVMCP. Disney treated me wonderfully and told me not to worry about anything. Worse case scenario and I need to cancel, they would refund my tickets, no problems at all.

Thanks for listening to me. Send whatever pixie dust you can spare.

 

[olena]

 

[Bob Slydell]

I'm glad it sounds like its treatable and that the success rate is high, but no, nothing really prepares you for the word cancer.

I say this more and more each day -- Cancer Sucks.

 

[Cruise04]

Good thoughts, prayers and dust are coming your way and your dh's way. Just an fyi - not all doctors are that way. My mom had the most compassionate, caring, listening oncologist and doctors she ever could have. Made her passing a lot easier knowing he was with her. He always answered my questions and concerns, always answered hers and her sisters. And he was always very concerned about me - making sure I was getting rest, nutrition, and checks.

 

[disneyatl]

 

[shelbyjosh]

Colleen: where did they find the cancer? Is it melanoma? My mom has non-Hodgkins lymphoma and was diagnosed 10/99. She has done her round of chemo and then she was on experimental meds. Last year she had a recurrence. They put her on a brand new experimental drug (she was the 1st one in MI to have it!!) and now the tumors have shrunk. They will never go away, just grow bigger or smaller. She was stage 4 when she was diagnosed.
Do as much research as possible. Keep your chin up. Stay positive. Chemo is not fun. But, you have to be in it for the long haul and know he's getting the best treatment possible. Oh...find a good oncologist. Ask as many questions you want. Feel free to pm me if you have any more questions!! God bless and stay strong!!

 

[HisEllyNelly]

Such a scary word, but not as scary as it used to be thank goodness.Prayers for you and your DH.

 

[Chrissi Pooh]

 

[piglet too]

All the Pixie Dust I can muster up right now is being sent your way! I am so sorry that it is cancer, but you have the right attitude about it. I will keep all of you in my thoughts.

 

[Big V]

I will say a prayer for your DH.

 

[Pin Wizard]

Prayers and hugs for you and your DH.

 

[Pooh93]

I say this more and more each day -- Cancer Sucks.

I couldn't agree more!

{{{HUGS}}} and prayers Colleen to you and your DH. Please keep us updated and tell him there are alot of people rooting for him.

 

[Serena]

Hang in there Colleen, you two will get through this.

 

[dvcfamily41801]

I am so sorry Colleen, I am sure nothing prepares you to hear that. I will be thinking of you and your family.

 

[tc]

Colleen, prayers and pd sent from out west for you DH, you and your family. We just went through my father being diagnosed with colon cancer. Once you get past the word "cancer", you tend to move on easier. Many cancers are treatable and survivors go on and have productive and long lives.

I will continue to pray that all goes well with the surgery and that your DH heals completely and you can enjoy your WDW vacation.

 

[Aimeedyan]

My thoughts are with you both...

And I will be sending that doctor some pixie dust, too.

 

[huey duey & luey]

I am sorry that you have to deal with this and that the dr. was an insesitive a$$. I glad it is treatable and Im sure he will be fine
Tara

 

[snoopy]

Oh no. After everything you guys have been through, and now this.

I'm keeping you in my prayers, Colleen.

 

[orvilleair]

Hope the treatment goes well and keep us posted.

 

[tkyes]

Yep - cancer does suck! Your husband will beat it though.

to you and your family. You'll be in my thoughts!


Tamie