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ATTA BOY, Don! Congratulations on the good report! Joanie ((()))

When I was on chemo, I was told it was very important to drink ALOT of water (flushes out the toxins in the body, which protects the kidneys!). One liter, I believe, is about the equivalent of two bottles of say, Poland Spring water. I don't think that's near enough. I drank 2 bottles of Gatorade every day, along with eating watermelon, which I craved anyway, Ensure nutritional drinks, ice pops, ice cream. Please try to get him to drink, drink and drink some more. Joanie ((()))

This site has been so very helpful to me. It has encouraged me to go on during hard times and has taught me that there IS hope and that there are many wonderful people in the world. I have been truly blessed to have reached my five year mark and want others to know that this can happen to them as well. God Bless you all. Joanie ((()))

I did a Google search on Preventive Chemotherapy and there is alot of information about using Chemo in many ways. Please give it a try. Joanie ((()))

Six years is just terrific!!!! Wow!!! Celebrate with those stones! Joanie

I am so happy to hear you're doing well. Hooray!!!! Joanie ((()))

Donna ((())) Peace, Joanie

Yep, the brain is definitely foggier than it used to be. Mostly short term memory is poor. Brian has to repeat things to me "remember I told you such and such?" DUH! Some days I feel truly dumb. I tried reading, and yeah concentrating on a book is difficult. Some TV shows have plot twists that I just don't follow, so he explains it to me I really think part of it is chemo, part of it is menopause, part of it is stress and anestesia(?) from the operations did a number on me. One thing that I do find odd is I can vividly remember all the "dreams" I had when I was in a medically induced coma. They still seem very real to me, but don't ask me what I had for breakfast! Honestly, I can feel pretty stupid at times. Joanie

Hi Nova, I too was diagnosed with SCLC limited - back in April 2002. Long time ago! I remember being very weak by the third chemo; also had twice daily radiation. It all starts to catch up right about now. Make sure your hubby is drinking plenty of water and eating small amounts of food every few hours. It can be hard to eat, but it's very important that he does. I know my saying "don't worry" means nothing, but as he finishes up the treatment he may start to regain his strength, slowly but surely. Please let him know there are folks here who have undergone this treatment and had excellent results. ((())) Joanie

Happy 70th Tony & Congratulations on 2 Years! Wonderful news! Joanie ((()))

Hi Everyone, I've been delinquent in posting, but had a good CAT scan last week. No evidence of any new tumor, continued shrinkage of the surgical incision! Next month will be FIVE YEARS! Life is different, but good. Bless you all. Joanie ((()))

May Carlton rest in peace. He was such a fighter. God bless you all. Joanie ((()))

Hi Terri, Although I don't really remember coughing up blood after chemo, I do remember coughing up something which look like tumor material (sorta dried up raisin-like thing). Maybe it's possible it's tumor that he's getting rid of? I would definitely tell the oncologist. Praying for you and Bill. Joanie ((()))

Congratulations to your Mom! She's an inspiration. Celebrate!!!! Joanie ((()))

Thanks Ann! I love these pictures Joanie

Way to go, Ann!!!!!! Joanie ((()))

Hi Kathy, good to see you again Joanie ((()))

Frank was a wonderful member of our family here. I will miss him very much. His humor and his strength were inspirational to me. Dear Frank, rest in peace and thank you for all you've done for us. Connie and family ((())) I'll be praying for all of you. Joanie

Thank you for all the laughs and support you gave me. You're a great guy and I'll never forget you. Connie & Family, God bless you all. I'll pray for all of you. Joanie ((()))

Sonia, Pets can be a great source of comfort. My Dagwood has been a great companion when I was sick and yes, going for walks can clear your head. I'm sure Dad will get a kick out of Ash, too. Hope your Dad is feeling good today. Prayers coming your way. Joanie ((()))

WOW, WOW AND MORE WOW!!!! What a wonderful report. I can't tell you how glad I am for your sister. Those treatments did the trick Now Go out and Celebrate at our "Cindy's" hang out! I'll have a Bailey's! Congratulations! Joanie ((()))

Keep fightin' Frank ((())) Joanie

Just dropping in to say "Hi" and hope you're having a peaceful, happy day. Joanie ((()))

I'm praying hard for you and your family. You are such a wonderful member of our family; you've always made us laugh and that has been so important for so many of us. ((())) Joanie

Just read your post and can offer a little bit of insight. I had surgery in Dec. 05 to stop bleeding at the site where my tumor was. After they patched me up I had a recovery of about 3 months. Frankly, Nancy, it was a bit tough but with each day I could move a bit better. They gave me exercises to do to strengthen my chest muscles. I'm sure you'll get similar. Some days I just didn't want to do them, being sore and all, but I did. Went back to work for four months. Then began bleeding again. Drs. found I had a hospital based bacteria eating away at their work, so they went in again. Had two more operations to re-patch the area. That was in October. I have a visiting nurse who comes daily to change the dressing and surgeon states I'm healing well. I am sore in that area and also numb. Chest surgery is not the easiest to endure, but many here have gotten thru just fine. Patience is necessary, though, because the healing process can be lengthy. I wish you all the best next week. Try not to worry too much, as you'll see the time will go quickly and you'll be on the mend. Prayers and hope for a swift recovery. Joanie ((()))