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Son of Spion · « **Reply #2480 on:** April 10, 2020, 12:24:36 am »

Quote from: Socratease on April 10, 2020, 12:01:00 am

Many thanks to you all for ALL for your kind supportive reseponses.

The highlight of my Birthday was to see my grand daughters wave from the car and blowing their kisses to me!

When Covid19 is over they are going to get great big hugs from a doting and rather soppy grandad!

More chemo in the morning for my missus, I love her to bits and she has made my Birthday along with my family, too.

That's lovely.

I'm glad you had this heartwarming experience on your birthday.

Wishing Mrs. Socratease all the very best with her treatment tomorrow, and the best of health going forward.

Take care of yourself.

jillcwhomever · « **Reply #2481 on:** April 10, 2020, 10:45:46 am »

Quote from: Socratease on April 10, 2020, 12:01:00 am

Many thanks to you all for ALL for your kind supportive reseponses.

The highlight of my Birthday was to see my grand daughters wave from the car and blowing their kisses to me!

When Covid19 is over they are going to get great big hugs from a doting and rather soppy grandad!

More chemo in the morning for my missus, I love her to bits and she has made my Birthday along with my family, too.

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This thread had me so emotional when I read it. First off best of luck to you wonderful Missus, really hope you both get the result you want at the end of this treatment. She certainly seems to have the right spirit, as do you. Always try and be positive, have you read the twitter of Professor Karol Sikora? He used to work in a Cancer department and is full of great stories of how people have overcome the worst of bleak odds, facing this illness. I recommend that when you feel strong enough you take a look and hopefully be inspired by how people have conquered cancer in the worst of times.

As for your wonderful grand daughters it will be a sweet day when families can all come together once more, there will be a lot of hugging going on. I live away from the rest of my family though we always keep in touch, I can't wait for the day when we can all come together again. For now, let's continue the fight for we will overcome this in the end.

reddebs · « **Reply #2482 on:** April 11, 2020, 05:05:40 pm »

This is kind of cancer related as its about celebrity bake off.

Just watching this weeks episode but wtf has Carol Vorderman done to her face? She looks hideous [emoji54]

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Socratease · « **Reply #2483 on:** April 13, 2020, 12:21:24 am »

My wife's physiology is under stress since the last chemotherapy.

It is isn't just the infusion into her veins of Carboplatin & Etoposide, it is the further pills and self injections into her abdomen between chemo sessions that are causing her distress too.

The delivery of the chemotherapy has increased a great deal since the last session.

We both miss not seeing our grandchildren, thougfh their mother and her husband have been substantial in their support in shopping and getting us to hospital for treatment.

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Socratease · « **Reply #2484 on:** April 22, 2020, 11:39:53 pm »

My wife and I received an encouraging telephone call today from the cancer Consultant. The digital X-ray taken last week shows, by comparison to the pre-chemo one, that the cancer is responding to the therapy.
There is a visible decrease in mass and one spot in a lymph node has gone. I know my wife is not out of the woods yet, but I and my family are overjoyed at this news. There will be another two chemotherapies to go through and probably more differing therapies to come, but this, this is the first good news we nave received in months. After the next two chemos there is a plan for another PET CT scan which is not that comfortable to undergo to check upon progress. The discovery of my wife's cancer originated to her fall last December which caused two factures to her pelvis. Her low levels of sodium required investigation as it could cause a stroke or a heart attack - hence the scans began.

We will keep walking on, we do not feel so alone anymore in this time of isolation.

Truly, thank you so very much for your very kind support.

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Nitramdorf · « **Reply #2485 on:** April 23, 2020, 08:03:44 am »

That is great news Socratease. I hope soon your grandkids can visit and give you both another positive. I imagine a hug from them will give your dear wife a huge lift.

Best wishes, take care.

reddebs · « **Reply #2486 on:** April 23, 2020, 09:07:57 am »

Such fabulous news mate can only hope it continues [emoji173]

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Jimothy · « **Reply #2487 on:** April 30, 2020, 06:40:11 am »

Firstly, wonderful news Socratease. Truly hope the improvement continues!

I’ve been a lurker on RAWK for the best part of 10 years. Never in a million years thought my first post would be in the Cancer thread, but I find myself spending more time here than any other thread unfortunately. I've been hovering over the 'post reply' button for about a week, so here goes...

Last August my wife and I noticed our 18 month old daughter was walking with a hunch/slouch. We took her to the docs, with what we were hoping was a bit of a stiff/sore neck. An MRI found a tumor at the top of her spinal cord. Given the location, high risk surgery to remove the tumor was the only option.

We were told the risks included her losing function of her body, ability to breathe on her own, or even not making it out of the surgery. About a week later she went in to surgery, where they were forced to attempt to take a biopsy rather than debulk/remove the tumor, due to the location. She was forced into an induced coma for a week following that but deteriorated quickly. She had lost all function and ability to breathe, and we were waiting for a miracle. This did not come, and we had to make the heart breaking decision to turn off life support after the tumor had become inflamed from the surgery and was cutting off circulation to her brain. Within 3 weeks we went from having a happy little toddler to having our world rocked.

About a week before all this started, my wife and I found out we were pregnant with our second. Mixed emotions to say the least. Lucas Jordan was born 3 weeks ago, but to be honest I've found the grief of losing our daughter has come back and hit harder than ever, and it’s been a struggle bonding with the little guy.

It doesn’t help that for the last six months, it’s no exaggeration for me to say that the only thing that has taken my mind off it for just 90 minutes has been watching Liverpool. Genuinely don’t know how I would have got through this period without them. I know there are obviously far more important things in life, but I'm really hoping the footy comes back soon and Liverpool can get this long overdue title! I’m 31 so have waited my whole life for this and need this extra boost after the year we’ve had.

I haven’t really spoken to anybody in depth about the traumatic last 6 months, but given the world now and COVID, I figure getting it off my chest here where I spend a significant amount of time is as good a place as any.

kavah · « **Reply #2488 on:** April 30, 2020, 07:01:07 am »

^ My God mate, I'm so sorry for your loss, YNWA

pazcom · « **Reply #2489 on:** April 30, 2020, 07:15:22 am »

Truly heartbreaking Jimothy....so sorry for your loss.

No666 · « **Reply #2490 on:** April 30, 2020, 07:30:24 am »

I don't have the words to express my sympathy to you. I hope you get to enjoy your son, watch Liverpool together, and also to remember your beautiful daughter in a sense of peace. All best, mate.

reddebs · « **Reply #2491 on:** April 30, 2020, 09:16:16 am »

I've started typing a dozen different things and deleted everyone of them as the words just felt inadequate.

My sincere condolences but also congratulations and I love his name, very appropriate.

YNWA [emoji179]

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Crosby Nick · « **Reply #2492 on:** April 30, 2020, 09:37:15 am »

So sorry to read that Jimothy. Can only echo the other comments, especially what Debs said. Nothing I can really add apart from how unfair that all sounds but hope Lucas brings you some much deserved happiness. Take care.

jillcwhomever · « **Reply #2493 on:** April 30, 2020, 09:42:47 am »

I'm so sorry Jimothy, not sure anyone can quite understand what you're going through. I hope in time you will bond with your son properly, it could just be you need time to come through the grieving process first. In the meantime take care.

Medellin · « **Reply #2494 on:** April 30, 2020, 10:51:13 am »

Good friend of mine just lost his Mrs to cancer after a long courageous battle, far too young.

Jimothy · « **Reply #2495 on:** April 30, 2020, 11:46:41 am »

Thank you for the kind words everyone ❤

reddebs · « **Reply #2496 on:** April 30, 2020, 12:01:49 pm »

Quote from: Jimothy on April 30, 2020, 11:46:41 am

Thank you for the kind words everyone [emoji173]

Never forget there's thousands of us here to offload to mate.

You'll never be judged, just offered the best support, plenty of virtual shoulders to cry on and lots of safe distanced hugs [emoji179]

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Jimothy · « **Reply #2497 on:** April 30, 2020, 12:11:48 pm »

Quote from: reddebs on April 30, 2020, 12:01:49 pm

Never forget there's thousands of us here to offload to mate.

You'll never be judged, just offered the best support, plenty of virtual shoulders to cry on and lots of safe distanced hugs [emoji179]

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Thank you reddebs. The kind words and well wishes from you all is truly overwhelming. I won't be a stranger ❤

reddebs · « **Reply #2498 on:** April 30, 2020, 12:12:35 pm »

Quote from: Jimothy on April 30, 2020, 12:11:48 pm

Thank you reddebs. The kind words and well wishes from you all is truly overwhelming. I won't be a stranger [emoji173]

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God's Left Peg · « **Reply #2499 on:** April 30, 2020, 09:15:14 pm »

God bless you Jimothy. YNWA.

John C · « **Reply #2500 on:** May 1, 2020, 07:35:04 am »

Jimothy that's a heart-wrenching story. Welcome to RAWK and best wishes to you and your family mate.

Socratease · « **Reply #2501 on:** May 3, 2020, 12:22:49 am »

The chemotherapy was increased by 50% last time for my Missus and yesterday it was increased by a further 20% in dosage/strength.

It has been rather difficult for her to the point of vomiting yesterday. She feels exhausted at times and quite normal at others.

A CT scan is scheduled 14th May at 10:00 hrs.

After the next chemotheapy in three weeks (it is intravenous and uncomfortable for quite a few hours) another PET CT scan will be scheduled. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/tests/pet-ct-scan

Many thanks to you for your kind responses

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IrishSu · « **Reply #2502 on:** June 26, 2020, 08:16:30 pm »

I hope everyone in here is doing well. Due to Covid lockdown my annual follow up was delayed by a few months but I am now officially 3 years out and all clear. Throw in us becoming Champions too yesterday, it’s been a bloody great week for me

Condolences to those who’ve lost loved ones to this disease. I wish those going through it all the strength they need. Love to all.

Socratease · « **Reply #2503 on:** August 25, 2020, 10:15:49 pm »

My wife's appointment is cancelled for tomorrow as her cancer consultant called this morning to inform us that her cancer has shrunk form a third of the original mass to a quarter of the original mass.

She has to wait for a further six weeks for the radiation to clear from her metabolism in order to have a further CT scan. She (the consultant) said that the response of the cancer has been remarkable over such a short time, but she will need further chemotherapy and radio therapy in the future as small cell cancer is aggressive but treatable. It is hoped that the treatment regimen will eradicate it, but it can reoccur - only 3% of patients gain total remission from it - so it will require six monthly scans for the rest of her life to ensure that the cancer is detected should it reoccur.

To us and my family, this is good encouraging news, but in no way has this been a walk in the park - it has been quite a drain and substantial pain for my wife ~ but our support and love has helped her so much over these difficult times.

I feel we have a much better chance of us both reaching our 35th wedding anniverary on the 9th of November.

Our chins are up - onwards and upwards!

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John C · « **Reply #2504 on:** August 25, 2020, 11:17:53 pm »

Quote from: Socratease on August 25, 2020, 10:15:49 pm

Our chins are up - onwards and upwards!

All of our thoughts and hopes are with you mate.

Socratease · « **Reply #2505 on:** August 25, 2020, 11:57:44 pm »

Many thanks for your kind response and support mate.

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reddebs · « **Reply #2506 on:** August 26, 2020, 09:11:30 am »

Quote from: Socratease on August 25, 2020, 10:15:49 pm

My wife's appointment is cancelled for tomorrow as her cancer consultant called this morning to inform us that her cancer has shrunk form a third of the original mass to a quarter of the original mass.

She has to wait for a further six weeks for the radiation to clear from her metabolism in order to have a further CT scan. She (the consultant) said that the response of the cancer has been remarkable over such a short time, but she will need further chemotherapy and radio therapy in the future as small cell cancer is aggressive but treatable. It is hoped that the treatment regimen will eradicate it, but it can reoccur - only 3% of patients gain total remission from it - so it will require six monthly scans for the rest of her life to ensure that the cancer is detected should it reoccur.

To us and my family, this is good encouraging news, but in no way has this been a walk in the park - it has been quite a drain and substantial pain for my wife ~ but our support and love has helped her so much over these difficult times.

I feel we have a much better chance of us both reaching our 35th wedding anniverary on the 9th of November.

Our chins are up - onwards and upwards!

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Stay strong mate you'll make that anniversary [emoji3531]

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s_andrews89 · « **Reply #2507 on:** September 7, 2020, 03:42:13 pm »

I post less and less on RAWK nowadays but have been visiting this thread thinking about writing something for a while.

4 1/2 weeks ago I went to the GP, I'd found a lump on a testicle. Long story short, tomorrow I'm hitting the operating theatre to have that testicle removed. That will be followed by a CT and probably chemo. I just received a call today from a fertility clinic to go and have a consultation about freezing sperm as my wife and I haven't started a family yet.

Cancer always felt like something that happened to other people. It took my grandad, my gran. You never think it's gonna happen to you. My chances are pretty damn good. Depending on what you read its 92-98% chance of being clear in 6 months. Which is mental.

But the main thing, I know a lot of people on here are a similar demographic to me - male, 30, fit "enough". Guys, check your balls. It's fucking important.

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #2508 on:** September 7, 2020, 03:53:29 pm »

All the very best for tomorrow. Good luck and hope you make a speedy recovery.

Slightly Less Mediocre Baron Bennekov · « **Reply #2509 on:** September 7, 2020, 06:00:08 pm »

Quote from: s_andrews89 on September 7, 2020, 03:42:13 pm

I post less and less on RAWK nowadays but have been visiting this thread thinking about writing something for a while.

4 1/2 weeks ago I went to the GP, I'd found a lump on a testicle. Long story short, tomorrow I'm hitting the operating theatre to have that testicle removed. That will be followed by a CT and probably chemo. I just received a call today from a fertility clinic to go and have a consultation about freezing sperm as my wife and I haven't started a family yet.

Cancer always felt like something that happened to other people. It took my grandad, my gran. You never think it's gonna happen to you. My chances are pretty damn good. Depending on what you read its 92-98% chance of being clear in 6 months. Which is mental.

But the main thing, I know a lot of people on here are a similar demographic to me - male, 30, fit "enough". Guys, check your balls. It's fucking important.

I was in your situation back in April 2016. I had my right testie removed and luckily for me the (fucking) cancer hadn't spread so I could do without any chemo.

What I learned from this was to be more open about how I'm feeling both physically but more importantly emotionally too. Don't feel like you can not talk about what's on your mind, that shit matters too! Don't be all macho about it because no matter how you look at it it's a huge invasion on your body let alone "the home of your masculinity".

I'm rambling here but I just wanted to let you know it's a huge chock but as you write if you have to have that diagnosis it's a really good one to get. You know what I mean...

If you want to know more or want to vent please don't hesitate - just send me a DM. I'll be more than happy to share my experiences.

All the best mate!!

reddebs · « **Reply #2510 on:** September 7, 2020, 06:52:44 pm »

Quote from: s_andrews89 on September 7, 2020, 03:42:13 pm

I post less and less on RAWK nowadays but have been visiting this thread thinking about writing something for a while.

4 1/2 weeks ago I went to the GP, I'd found a lump on a testicle. Long story short, tomorrow I'm hitting the operating theatre to have that testicle removed. That will be followed by a CT and probably chemo. I just received a call today from a fertility clinic to go and have a consultation about freezing sperm as my wife and I haven't started a family yet.

Cancer always felt like something that happened to other people. It took my grandad, my gran. You never think it's gonna happen to you. My chances are pretty damn good. Depending on what you read its 92-98% chance of being clear in 6 months. Which is mental.

But the main thing, I know a lot of people on here are a similar demographic to me - male, 30, fit "enough". Guys, check your balls. It's fucking important.

My son went through this 2yrs ago, same age as you but they'd just had their 2nd child so didn't do the sperm freezing.

He had one round of chemo and so far has been clear on all his checkups.

Best of luck for the surgery and the future mate.

The Bournemouth Red · « **Reply #2511 on:** September 7, 2020, 07:17:59 pm »

Quote from: s_andrews89 on September 7, 2020, 03:42:13 pm

I post less and less on RAWK nowadays but have been visiting this thread thinking about writing something for a while.

4 1/2 weeks ago I went to the GP, I'd found a lump on a testicle. Long story short, tomorrow I'm hitting the operating theatre to have that testicle removed. That will be followed by a CT and probably chemo. I just received a call today from a fertility clinic to go and have a consultation about freezing sperm as my wife and I haven't started a family yet.

Cancer always felt like something that happened to other people. It took my grandad, my gran. You never think it's gonna happen to you. My chances are pretty damn good. Depending on what you read its 92-98% chance of being clear in 6 months. Which is mental.

But the main thing, I know a lot of people on here are a similar demographic to me - male, 30, fit "enough". Guys, check your balls. It's fucking important.

Hoping all goes well tomorrow, mate.

pazcom · « **Reply #2512 on:** September 8, 2020, 12:07:37 am »

Quote from: s_andrews89 on September 7, 2020, 03:42:13 pm

I post less and less on RAWK nowadays but have been visiting this thread thinking about writing something for a while.

4 1/2 weeks ago I went to the GP, I'd found a lump on a testicle. Long story short, tomorrow I'm hitting the operating theatre to have that testicle removed. That will be followed by a CT and probably chemo. I just received a call today from a fertility clinic to go and have a consultation about freezing sperm as my wife and I haven't started a family yet.

Cancer always felt like something that happened to other people. It took my grandad, my gran. You never think it's gonna happen to you. My chances are pretty damn good. Depending on what you read its 92-98% chance of being clear in 6 months. Which is mental.

But the main thing, I know a lot of people on here are a similar demographic to me - male, 30, fit "enough". Guys, check your balls. It's fucking important.

Spot on advice for all men, and don't forget your prostate...yep it might be a bit embarrassing or uncomfortable for a few seconds but could save your life.

Hope all goes well fella.

s_andrews89 · « **Reply #2513 on:** September 9, 2020, 10:02:23 am »

Thanks for the well wishes one and all.

Surgery went smoothly, was home by 6 last night and even managed a reasonable nights sleep. Obviously still sore but if the cancer hasn’t spread (something I’ll find out in a few weeks once they’ve done the lab work) and I’m sorted then it’s all worth it.

Baron, I will definitely be messaging you at some point. Thanks so much for the offer.

Pazcom, definitely agree with your mention of prostate. I have family history of prostate issues, so I’m all to aware. And given the number of people I’ve had my pants down for the last few days I’m not sure anything else can be embarrassing!

pazcom · « **Reply #2514 on:** September 9, 2020, 12:15:15 pm »

Quote from: s_andrews89 on September 9, 2020, 10:02:23 am

Thanks for the well wishes one and all.

Surgery went smoothly, was home by 6 last night and even managed a reasonable nights sleep. Obviously still sore but if the cancer hasn’t spread (something I’ll find out in a few weeks once they’ve done the lab work) and I’m sorted then it’s all worth it.

Baron, I will definitely be messaging you at some point. Thanks so much for the offer.

Pazcom, definitely agree with your mention of prostate. I have family history of prostate issues, so I’m all to aware. And given the number of people I’ve had my pants down for the last few days I’m not sure anything else can be embarrassing!

glad everything went well and keeping everything crossed for a positive outcome

John C · « **Reply #2515 on:** October 24, 2020, 12:52:18 am »

How is everyone doing? Are you getting your appointments and result timely?
Let us know guys.

androulla · « **Reply #2516 on:** October 24, 2020, 03:36:19 pm »

Sending you all so much love. Keep fighting everyone xx

pazcom · « **Reply #2517 on:** October 27, 2020, 10:31:23 am »

would have been my dads 74th birthday today. First year without him and it hit me hard this morning.

Fella's please don't be embarrsed about the prostate check - its a quick blood test and even quicker physical examination.

Socratease · « **Reply #2518 on:** December 30, 2020, 11:29:46 pm »

A few minutes after 9am this morning my wife suffered a seizure which caused extreme contractions to her muscle and skeletal integrity.

The contortions and muscle contraction were severe. She has been in hospital since before 10am but she was eventually transferred after 6 hours due to hospital capacity in our region to ward 1 this evening.

She has had two scans so far and the doctors suspect that the cancer has spread to her brain.

However, an MRI scan is due tomorrow morning and I am to be telephoned tomorrow morning to attend to the hospital with my wife's cancer consultant and my missus (my darling wife who is adored by her children and grand children alike).

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John C · « **Reply #2519 on:** December 30, 2020, 11:31:58 pm »

Christ Socratease that's hard to read, it's awful for you mate. Fingers crossed you get different, better news in the morning mate.