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Hello Dean, Welcome, glad you found us, first off Judy's right, ya hav'nt been diagnosed yet so I'll keep my fingers crossed and say a prayer for you. Your symptoms, however sound much like mine. I also had the pneumonia in the left lung which was caused by an obstructive tumor. That was in March of 2001 and I was 50 years young at the time.. I was shortly afterward diagnosed with NSCLC - squamous type. My left lung was removed a few weeks later. We took the family pic 8 weeks after they took out the lung, I was hiking in the rainforests of Costa Rica. I move a bit slower these days but the point is I do just fine. The message is this disease is survivable, so hand in there and know your not alone. Again welcome, glad you found us, hoping it's not cancer but if it is you don't have to go through it alone!!! Were all here for ya. God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Thanks Ry, Missed it and as Deb said, John's also one of my hero's!!! Good job, John!! I'll help. God bless Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hi Connie; You just be well, Girl, will miss ya. But please take care of yourself. A BIG (((((((((((HUG))))))))))), RIGHT BACK AY YA!! You know, your in my thoughts and prayers, God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hey Jude; So very glad your back on and feeling better, , missed ya, That neurosurgery really does suck, scary stuff, but looks like somebodies watching over you. I see your sense of humor's just fine and pretty soon I bet your be cooking up them fancy meals again. Until then, take it easy, do what the doc. says and get plenty of rest. Again, so happy your back with us. God bless ya Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hello Kim and welcome, so very sorry to hear of your mom. You will find much support, good information and very caring people here. Glad you found us and know that you are not alone. God bless, be well and you and your mom will be in my thoughts and prayers. Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hey Annie, How wonderfull for the both of ya!!!! and so grateful ya posted, we need more good news So very happy Tim is doing well. God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Dear Candy; I am so saddened by this news. As Don said, you have made Hugh seem so real to us. Please accept my deepist sympathies, I am so very sorry for your loss. May God keep you, may you heal quickly and always remember the happy times. God bless you and your family Bobmc -NSCLC- syageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

That's Coooool Gina, so happy for ya, , Just kinda wants to make ya jump up and down and shout "HELLO WORLD" NOW, tell your mom!! God bless and stay well and may they all be like that! Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hello Linda; You and your dad will be in my thoughts and prayers! God bless and be well -I'll be watching the good news board for your post. Bobmc- NSCLC-stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hello; I get the shots, been getting the flu shot for the last 8 years and have had no problems. I made the appointment yesterday, I go in next Tues for it. I was given the pneumonia shot 2 years ago, mine is suppose to be good for 5 years. But, I'll double check with the doc. I was told not only to get it but get it early, both the flu and pneumonia are respiratory illnesses and with 1-lung why take chances. God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hi Nance, Just went through this back in May. Experienced alot of back and shoulder pain that shot down my left arm. Made it real hard to move my arm. Tormented the hell out of me. My doc scheduled a bone scan, a bunch of x-rays and another blood test. The bone test showed no cancer( thank God) but did show a bit of arthritis. Like you probable do, I have alot of scar tissue, I think much of the pain comes from that and things just kind of shifting abit. The doc did say the one watch out is for pain that keeps up and gets worse rather than subsides or comes and goes. Also, like you, I had no chemo or rad. follow-up and I got second opinions. However, that finding to now follow-up just came out in June. I asked my doc about it and he said that in light of the study he would have prescribed it but after 2 years it makes little sense. I would diffinitly have the pain looked into ASAP. Ohh, I'm now taking Vioxx for the arthritis, works OK Good luck, God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

So saddened by this news, Ada was such a wonderful person, she always a good word for someone in need. She will be greatly missed. Sometimes this disease just stops you in your tracks, this is one of those times. May she be at peace and with God today. God bless us all Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB-left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hello Mrs. First, just wanted to say, that your jumping the gun a bit but still I certainly understand your concern. The standard method for testing is a CT or CAT scan. This usually will determin if there's a mass ( possible tumor), however It may or may not be cancerous. If a mass is found then a biopsy usually follows to determin if it is cancer. I'm really, really simplifying this for you cause it can get complicated. I would suggest you do some research but not until your dad is diagnosed. Just dosn't make sense to put yourself through all the worries unless you absolutely must. Hope this helps God bless and I'll say a prayer for your dad! Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hello Cathy; And welcome so glad you found us. So very sorry to hear of your dad but as others have said he is certainly a survivor! Also, agree with Dave, second opinions can be real comforting. My doc's encouraged it. Again welcome and know you are not alone God bless Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist in enjoying life today!"

Hey Gina, Yep, them da-- tests just go with the disease. It gets a bit easier with time, but its always there. Ya know that thought in your head that maybe this time I won't be so lucky and then waiting. It just sucks!! Someone said it and it was also true for me that the first year was the toughest. My next set will be in Dec. at 2 &1/2 years and yes, it is easier. I've also learned like Terrie to refrig. the barium but I put it in a glass and gulp the sh__t and then holler like hell when I'm done. I also learned to schedule my tests early. I'm usually there at 7:30 AM and have it down to where I can get a head, chest and abdomen scan done, along with x-rays in about 2 hr.'s. Then run like hell for the bathrm and get rid of the barium. Ohhh what a life we lead. And then when I really get down and think about it!!! I'm very, very grateful that I can do all of the above!!! Just keep telling yourself " GOOD TO BE A SURVIVOR TODAY" Works for me. I'm be praying for god news. God bless and stay well Bobmc- NSCLC-stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Dear Kris; So very sorry to hear of your dad"s passing. My thoughts and prayers go with you and your family. Such a terrible disease; know that he is now in a better place and may you always remember the happy times. God bless you and the family Bobmc- NSCLC- stage IIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hi Terrie; Yes, your right life is good!! So happy your news was good!! And Ry's got it right on, as a cancer survivor your rights are protected and we go through enough. You do not have to tell them and I for one would not. If you can perform the job your qualified. Good luck to you! God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying today!"

THANKS Ray!!! OUTSTANDING post, and so, so very true, The most important thing I can do today is be grateful for the gifts God has given me.Thanks for reminding me. Seems your feet are on real solid spiritual ground today, Ray, , keep it up it suits ya. AND Connie, a ((((( BIG HUG ))))) to ya girl, so glad to hear from you,; You got me smiling, with a teardrop in my eye. Much being said from the heart today! I think cancer survivors do that the best. It's good, it's life. Keep on keeping on! Good to be a SURVIVOR TODAY! God bless and stay well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today"

Dear Susan, So very sorry to hear about your Mom, You both will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you both Bobmc-NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hello Heather; thanks for the post and so very happy for you and your mom, Good to be a survivor today! God bless and stay well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hey Joe; Your dad will be in my thoughts and prayers. Tell em to hang in there!! God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hey Dave; You look Marvalous!!! , Ya need some shades and you could come to Times Square and fit right in!!! Keep on Keepng on!!!! God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hey Sam; Hang in there, " the jig ain't up yet" Your an inspiration to many of us. You know the drill, head up, one foot in front of the other, do what the doc. says, seek opinions and pray for miracles. Your in my thoughts and prayers God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Welcome Home Cheryl; So very glad all is going well, the first few weeks can be trying at times but this will pass. Good to be a SURVIVOR today!! thanks for the update and again happy for ya!! God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"

Hey Dave: For me to get on, I have to then go under announcements and click on the NEW LCSC MAIN. and that brings up the page with my name on it and the chat icon. GO Figure, will get this straight yet. till next week God bless and be well Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!"