I want to thank everyone who sent us good wishes in Rich's upcoming fight with Malignant Prostrate Cancer. The love

[debm55]

you have shown us through your e-mails and posts touches both of our hearts.I have gotten no empathy from my family . I was told everyone dies and now my sister will have to get a taxi for her "cancer" visit. I hope all goes well with Rich. He seems to be holding it together more then myself. For right now , I can't think of anything funny, different or otherwise to post. Right now it ia not in me. When I feel that I can do it, I will be back . Thank you and love to all of you for the fun I had.

[TBF]

1. DU will be here when you're ready -

best of luck to you & Rich

[Demovictory9]

2. Sending healing.vibes

[Diamond_Dog]

3. Wishing for strength for both of you

to get through this difficult time.

I had stage 3 cancer 15 years ago and look, here I am. You can do it too.

[hlthe2b]

4. Just know that we are with you both... And we'll be here when you return...

Often, friends (even "cyber-friends) can be there --when family cannot/will not.

[AltairIV]

5. Hoping for the best!

Hoping for the best for you both. Stay Strong!

[woodsprite]

6. Take the time that you need. Feel the love and healing vibes being sent to you and your husband.

We'll be holding you and your husband in our hearts.

[Deuxcents]

7. (((hugs)))

[arkielib]

8. Love and best wishes to you, Deb.

We will be here when you come back.

[50 Shades Of Blue]

9. I'm continuing to send positive thoughts your way!

[Different Drummer]

10. Love and best wishes to you and Rich, Deb!

We'll be here for you when you're ready to return.

[Laurelin]

11. Take good care of yourself and Rich

You'll both be in my thoughts. I'm hoping for good days and good news for you, and love and support for you both.

[cachukis]

12. Peace.

[littlemissmartypants]

13. Stay encouraged. ❤️

[irisblue]

14. You and he are still in my thoughts

[Mr.Bill]

15. Thinking good thoughts for

you and Rich every day.

[gademocrat7]

16. Stay strong

and know we are with your husband and you on this journey.

[AllaN01Bear]

17. family and friends are the ones who care for u. you fam dosent seem to care but we do

[SARose]

18. Stay strong

Deb, next month my husband will be a 6 year lung cancer survivor. I remember the surgery, the chemo, the dread when the 3 month, 6 month, and yearly scans and tests were conducted.

Pack a chemo bag full of mints, cross word puzzles, a small notebook and pen, cards, books, iPad, and a warm blanket. I also included warm socks and a hat for my hubbie in his chemo backpack. We took muffins once a week for the staff and other patients and family members.

Last, take time to care for you. This was hard for me because I had to be there for everything until I realized I couldn’t do it all by myself and was sooo stressed I could barely cope. It is a whirlwind for sure.

Take advantage of everyone who offers help.

My thoughts are with you. 💕

[Bluethroughu]

19. I hope your husband has a health turn-around.

I'm sorry you are going through this.

[beaglelover]

20. Best of luck to your husband on his upcoming treatments!

[Skittles]

21. someone is always here on DU

[kimbutgar]

22. Hang in there Debm55 we are rooting for you and your husband!

[OldBaldy1701E]

23. HUGS!

[COL Mustard]

24. We will be here for you!

[summer_in_TX]

25. Praying for you and Rich, Deb!

We are here for you.

[OAITW r.2.0]

26. Totally understandable.

Hoping for the best outcome for you both.

[XanaDUer2]

27. If you can, keep us updated

Your DU family is here for you..

[yardwork]

28. Hang in there, Deb. You have a family here on DU.

[emulatorloo]

29. Love you Deb. Sounds like Rich is in a good place and ready to fight.

Take good care of each other and know we’re all rhinking of you.

[CanonRay]

30. Best of luck to you and your husband!

[Emile]

31. Deb you will always have us to lean on.

[LoisB]

32. Sending positive thoughts for you and Rich. Hang in there debm55. Big hug for you both.

"See" you when you feel like coming back.

[BigMin28]

33. Sending love and light

To you and your husband. I'll keep you both in my thoughts, and pray for healing. Take care of yourself also.

[lpbk2713]

34. I wish strength to both of you.

I know you're both going through a lot.

Don't let petty people and their distractions get to you.

[BlueKota]

35. Sending hugs

[DET]

36. So Sorry to Heat That

I know how overwhelming it can be when you first hear the news. There is a whole new terminology to learn, which can take awhile. There are lots of resources online, but try to stick with official medical guidance. The Prostate Cancer Foundation has a beginner’s guide that you can download for free.

If you don’t have a medical oncologist, you need one - they know so much more than a urologist and certainly than a GP. It would help greatly to find an oncologist who specializes in prostate cancer and is affiliated with a major medical institution (e.g., Mayo, John’s Hopkins,…).

You’ll probably have to make treatment decisions along the way. I’ve found that the best online resource for guidance and overall support is this website: https://healthunlocked.com/advanced-prostate-cancer. There is a similar forum on Healthunlocked for those with less advanced prostate cancer. These are men and their families who are dealing with PC and are looking for answers or providing advice based on their experiences. There are also experts on there, especially ‘Tall Allen’. It’s a great resource.

I hope you don’t mind me offering advice. It can be so lonely and confusing at first. Please try to stay hopeful. The great likelihood is that your husband will be with you for a long time.

[ProfessorGAC]

37. Take Care, Deb

You have bigger fish to fry.
Hoping treatments go well & you can come back with less pressing matters on your mind.

[Coventina]

38. Sending healing vibes to both of you.

Your posts will be missed!

I always enjoyed posting on your music threads!