I go under the knife tomorrow.

[trof]

Not a big deal, they say.
Basal cell carcinoma on my lower right eyelid.
"Best" kind of skin cancer to have, they say.
"Surgical excision."
"Mohs Micrographic Surgery"
In and out in a couple of hours, probably.
Some bruising and discoloration for a few days.
Couple of stitches.

Good karma and kind thoughts desired and willingly accepted.
Prayers too.
Might as well cover all the bases.
Wish me luck.
;-)

[ScreamingMeemie]

1. You have all that and more, dear friend.

I will miss you, be thinking of you, and look forward to you returning with more wonderful stories.

Be safe. Be Healthy. :hug:

~Laura

[punpirate]

2. It will go well...

... and easily. Fear not.

Cheers.

[Wickerman]

3. Best to ya!

My wife has had a couple of those. She did fine through it all and she is admittedly a whimp. :D

:thumbsup:

[GOPisEvil]

4. Best wishes, trof!

:toast:

[greatauntoftriplets]

5. Best of luck to you, trof.

:hi:

[xchrom]

6. good luck!

i've had basal cell -- it's fine.
i've had the ickier skin cancers too.

as long as they ''get it all'' -- it's all good in this case.
though couldn't you get yours a little further away from the eye?

i'll be thinking about you -- cause it's always weird to have someone come near you with the ''c'' word.

[trof]

16. Um...how icky? Miz t. had a melanoma over three years ago.

Lymph node removal and all. still clean as a whistle, but she's kind of doing her nut over my case because of her experience.
She's going with me tomorrow, but I'm not sure which one of us will best be able drive back home.
;-)

[FuzzySlippers]

7. Best wishes, trof.

:hi:

[leftofthedial]

8. you will be fine!

and we'll be thinking of you!

[redwitch]

9. I've had some basal cell carcinomas removed

No sweat. Over quick, no pain, no disfigurement. Try not to worry! :-)

[lumberingbear]

10. Be well , trof !

:pals:

[bliss_eternal]

11. You are in my thoughts and prayers--all will be well!

Just hold good, healing thoughts. I'm sorry you have to go through this, but I am very glad that they caught it before it became more serious.

Take care of yourself, and let us know how it goes. :hug:

:hi:

[Cyndee_Lou_Who]

12. Best luck and wishes and all that stuff...

Get better quick!!

[trof]

13. A rakish little scar might do wonders for my image.

"Oh...that? A dueling scar, m'dear. Got it in a saber contest with Von Ronstadt at Heidelberg."

Just don't call me "Squint".
;-)

[Beausoir]

32. LOL. Or...you were skewered

by an errant olive pick whilst hastily downing a martini.

More plausible?

Good luck tomorrow. Let us know how you fare.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

14. I am sure that you will be just fine....

These are scary,though...The location makes it just a tiny bit tricky...but I'm sure they are experienced.....


Please take care, and don't worry...

Good karma and kind thoughts headed your way....

[trof]

19. Actually he said it's the first time he's done this kind of procedure.

Just kidding.
He's very experienced.
He told me so.
;-)

[MissB]

15. Positive thoughts heading your way

You'll be fine. :hi:

[TheCentepedeShoes]

17. Good wishes

coming your way. :hi:

[trof]

18. Many thanks all. I'll give you a blow-by-blow report tomorrow.

There will probably blood on the walls and floor, so it won't be for the squeamish.
:-)

[Dave Reynolds]

20. Mohs?

Good deal, the best for getting all basal cell with minimal normal tissue being sacrificed. Again, I predict all will be well.

:thumbsup:

[trof]

21. Thanks Dave. Yep, they sent me a brochure about the "procedure".

Thanks for your expert testimony.
I'm really OK with it.
Pretty much.
:shrug"

[tjdee]

22. Best of luck, and a speedy recovery.

:hug:

[Misunderestimator]

23. Sendind you extra good vibes, trof...

and lots of :hug:

[trof]

25. Thanks, hon.

'Preciate it.

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

31. More hugs and well wishes for the old fart!

:hug:

[arwalden]

24. Good Luck...

... my dad had a several of those removed from his neck, and arm. Barely any scar at all... for him it was safe, quick, "painless" and effective.

You'll be fine!

-- Allen

[trof]

26. ALLEN! Where ya been?

Long time no see.
:hi:

[sakabatou]

27. Wide brim hat and sunscreen, okay!

And sunglasses. Don't forget those.

[trof]

28. Ever since the diagnosis. You better believe it.

I did a thread about that and sunscreens when I found out.

[Hell Hath No Fury]

29. All the best, Trof!

May they get every last cell of that nasty shit.

Now you can make up some cool story about how you got your scare. Maybe something involving an anti-Bush march, an egg and the Secret Service. :evilgrin:

[trof]

30. A writer's challenge.

OK

[Bossy Monkey]

33. You won't need 'em, but all best wishes, trof n/t

[Jade Fox]

34. Hope all goes well.....

and you heal quickly. :pals:

[Pithlet]

35. Good luck!

It sounds like everything will be okay, but it's still no fun to have surgery.

[progmom]

36. good karma, kind thoughts

prayers, hugs and love...all coming your way.

:loveya: :hug: :loveya:

[Reciprocity]

37. Sending, prayers, positive thoughts, and good vibes your way.

[elshiva]

38. PRAYERS! Peace!

:hug: Good luck and you are loved!

[Cobalt Violet]

39. Good luck.

Let us know your okay.