Darrell

Hi Deb, I'm glad you found us, but I'm sorry you had to. We're here to help you. The first week or so after being diagnosed is a confusing, roller coster and strenuous time on your nerves and body. Everyone here will tell you to ask all the questions you can. What type of cancer is it? What can I expect from the treatment? What treatment can I expect? If Chemo, what kind? What side effects? If radiation? How many treatments? Having a lobectamy tells me they caught it early and it's not small cell (I could be wrong). Doc thinks he can get it from surgery. Probably following up with chemo/radiation. Your body will change. This is a life changing experience. Don't read any of the statistics. You be your own statistic. The one that goes into remission, lives a long happy life and can help others who have gone through the same. OH, don't forget to ask God for a little help. You'd be surprised. All the best to you and your friend. Love, Darrell

Hi Jill, I'm very sorry to hear about your mom. I can tell you that I had radiation to my hip and it helped with the pain. I wasn't able to walk and after 14 treatments and a few weeks for it to kick in, I was up and doing laps around the city park (1 mile). The radiation takes time to kick in though so be patient. Don't worry about the 1 year thing the doc said. He gave me 6-8 months. I'm still going strong. If you need anything, just yell! Darrell

Hi Laurie! Keep us posted!! Thinking of you! Darrell

Hi Morgan. Sorry you had to find us. While I was reading your post, I felt the sense of frustration in your writing. Even though you can only help on the weekends, you're still helping. Don't feel badly about not being able to get off from work. I can relate to that. I hope that her treatment is more effective than just a few extra months. Let us know how things are progressing. Big hugs! Darrell

Some great advise already Sis. Run with it. Go out west and take care of business!!! Best of luck and I pray your trip is fruitful. Darrell

Hi Sue! I know of ONC docs who only want people to do trials. It makes them look good to the ONC community. I believe we need trials. Absolutely. But who does them should be completely voluntary. You do what's right to YOU. Additionally, I see alot of folks here telling others to get a second opinion. In your case, I would do just that. Find another ONC and see what he/she has to say. Keep us posted. Glad you found us. Darrell

Hi Tracy! There is some great advice already on the forum for you. I hope everything works out well. We're praying for you! Darrell

Hi Sis!! Welcome! Glad you stumbled on to us. We're here to help each other. This road is a rocky on and knowing there are hundreds of people of understand and are willing to help is great!! Throw your questions out there!! God bless, Darrell

Thank you every! You are so awesome!! I'm fine. 6 of 14 radiation treatments over. Squirrel is still happy. Dealing with effusion but we'll be ok. I am a tired man however. Time for pillow and blankie. Love you all!! Darrell

Way to go Frank!! And quite frankly Frank ... it's good to hear from you!!!!

Jen, Amazing news! Enjoy it!!! What a day

I agree totally with Carleen. The MRI is much more precise than an eye exam. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Darrell

Hi Troy! A Navy man here myself. Ahoy. Sorry you had to find us, but I'm glad you did. Radiation and chemo at the same time.... I went through that. That was the most trying time of this whole ordeal for me. I had absolutely NO energy. I had to will myself to eat for all I wanted to do was sleep. Keep her hydrated as much as you can. Milk shakes are great for her right now. She may not like the taste of things she enjoyed before. Be patient with her. Of all of the things going through your head, she has the same feelings as well as the non stop pain. But never stopping her love for you because of it. Even if she can't tell you. We're here for you. Darrell

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.

Tell you what. I know too that it can come back. But as long as I keep doing things like eating right, sleeping enough, not drinking, taking my vitamins, drinking my NASTY green tea, abstain from smoking and trusting in the man upstairs, I'll be fine. ohhhhhh almost forgot, not letting my neuropathy drive me nuts!!! grrrrrrr!!! LOL

Welcome!! Don't listen to that statistic! They told me 6-8 months. I'm still here. Cancer free and doing great!! Makes me mad when I hear docs saying that. Keep us posted. Darrell

I didn't see Donna's post. I am so incredibly sorry.

Welcome and congrats Golden! It's wonderful to have you here. Big ole high 5 and hug from Darrell.

Hi Angela. Doc wouldn't do surgery on me either after I went into remission. I wish it were out of me, but I every day I thank that man upstairs that he's given me another day. Your mom is a fighter who is loved by many. She's incredibly lucky to have someone like you supporting her. She knows that. Keep it up because she needs that. Darrell

Hi Patches! Welcome! Sounds like you have a fighting spirit although you are most certainly scared. You've been through alot already and we all understand how you feel. Please let us know how your're doing. Darrell

Mark, You've been fighting this for a long time. Keep it up!! I'm hoping and praying that you are going to receive some great news! Here anytime you want to talk. Darrell

Awesome Lisa!! Congrats to you and your Dad! Darrell

Welcome!! Glad you caught it early and can have surgery! That's a good thing!! Keep us posted! Darrell

Jen, How is your dad doing? I hope he's doing better! Let us know!

Hi Betty! Welcome! It sounds like you have this well in hand. Good for you! If you need anything, please don't be afraid to jump in and ask. We're all here to help each other. Keep fighting!! Darrell