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In reply to the discussion: Things are not great. [View all]DFW
(56,666 posts)38. Cancer DOES suck. All you can do is what you're doing.
See people who know about it, get advice, hope that the advice isn't overly contradictory, and try to tough it out.
Both of my parents had cancer and so did ALL of their siblings. I already lost a cousin to brain cancer (à la McCain and Teddy Kennedy) at age 41. With me, it's not "if" but "when." I'm in no hurry.
My wife has already had it twice. She beat it both times, even though the second time, it was one of those "always fatal" versions. She was that one in ten thousand for whom it wasn't. Here's hoping your physicians find a way to put you in that category, too.
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Setbacks with cancer treatment sucks, but I see opportunities for treatment based on
hlthe2b
Nov 2023
#6
Holding you in my heart for healing and strength, muriel. You are not alone. n/t
TygrBright
Nov 2023
#14
That really is scary. I hope the first doc is correct, but admire (as I would do) seeking other opinions.
Evolve Dammit
Nov 2023
#18
Hang in there, sending healing thoughts to you. My BFF is 5 years cancer free last week.
Ziggysmom
Nov 2023
#21
You're worth every feeling, and every effort to still do things. Sending you hugs and heartfelt wishes for your
ancianita
Nov 2023
#27