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Hi Pat, I'm so sorry your husband has cancer, but I am so glad you found us. First thing you should know is that every case of cancer is unique. When you can, give us more information about your husbands case. There is so much information here, as well as plenty of support and prayers. The more we know, the more we can help. The more you know, the better you will be able to cope with this diagnosis. My best to you. Sue

Cathy, Just want you to know that I'm sending prayers your way. This treatment doesn't sound easy. Your courage and determination is such an inspiration to many. Take care Cathy. God Bless, Sue

(((Angie))), God be with you and your family. You have my prayers. Sue

Kerry, You and your family are in my prayers. I can't imagine having to go through this 4 times. I am so sorry. God Bless You, Sue

Lori, I am so sorry to hear you lost your Dad. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. May God comfort you and your family and give you strength to carry you through the days ahead. Sue

These days must be very long for you, as you wait for the answers . Just know that you can count me in with those that are praying for good results. Sue

Laurie, Sending prayers for good scan results and lots of memorable times ahead for your family. God Bless you!!! Sue

Just want you to know that you have my prayers, as well. Sue

Stacia, I would just like to welcome you to the family here. You will find lots of information, experiences, compassion and hope throughout this site. Sorry you have to be here , but glad you found us. Sue

I'm so sorry to hear this news. My prayers are with you and your family. Sue

Charlie D, Here's wishing you the best for round 2 of Alimta , and Beth you are coming up on round 2 also. Mike has had 4 rounds so far and will go for round 5 on Monday. As you know , he had pretty good results from the first 3 rounds... stable with some improvement. The only side effects he has had are tiredness and a slight rash. The tiredness seemed to increase with each dose, but he says he can handle tiredness. He will go for round 5 and possibly round 6 if all is going well. Scans would be done again in April. He has had one little setback this week, which we are working through. He was gradually starting to retain fluid and also his blood pressure was building up. His doctors ordered an echocardiogram for his heart and blood tests to test for kidney function . Both tests came back normal. They think the fluid retention is due to steroid build up. It also was causing him to have increased shortness of breath. The doctor has put him on a strong diuretic and potassium. After only 2 days of that taking the diuretic, he is less tired, not as short of breath and his blood pressure seems to be coming down. Sooo, if all goes well, he will go for treatment #5 , Monday the 7th. Go get 'em Alimtians. Prayers for the best. Keep us informed. Charlie let us know about your scans. Sue

Kevin, You have my prayers . I pray it's nothing , but if it is that you have discovered it in early stage. Keep us informed. Sue

Prayers for Bill and his wife. Sue

Angie , Sending prayers for you , your Dad and your family and wondering about that goat? Will you take a bath with him or will he get moved. Take care and know that we care. God bless, Sue

Cathy , My best to you today. I will keep you in my prayers. Like the others have said, if you can't eat, at least drink Ensure, Boost (vanilla not chocolate) or some other nourishing drink. You need to keep up your strength. (((Hugs))) Sue

Heidi, The news sounds great for your mom. Prayers coming for a smooth recovery. Sue

Maryanne, Be sure to tell the oncologist about the pains Joel is having. Scanning the bones requires a separate scan of the bones. It is done with a different machine. It's good to hear that he is doing better. Sue

This is wonderful news Jim. I'm so happy for you. God Bless you, Sue

Wonderful news Wendy!!! Meet you at Cindi's Sue

Ry and John, My heart sunk when I read this post. I'm so sorry to hear about John's mother. I hate this disease so much and what it is doing to so many families. My prayers to all of you. (((Hugs to you ))) Sue

Ry, I just want to add that I'm glad to hear that John is doing better. Hope it continues. Keep us informed. Sue

Beth, I love hearing you say that you feel pretty good. Sure hope the Alimta continues to agree with you and most of all , I hope it is working for you. I have followed your story and it's about time you found something you can take. Try to enjoy all those good days. I will pray you have millions more. Sue

Iris, I just want to welcome you to the group. I have no knowlege of small cell lc, but there are many here that do. You will notice there is a separate forum for each type of cancer. Perhaps reading through the posts there will give you some idea of treatments available. It does sound like your Dad is quite ill at the moment and will need to regain some strength before proceeding with treatment. Finding a doctor you have confidence in is key. Professional guidance is a necessity. Every case of cancer is unique, but you will find many hopeful stories here. Just let your Dad know that there are many different treatment options available if he qualifies for them. My best to you and your family. Sue

Peggy, You and your family are in my prayers, always, but I will put in extra prayers for those scans. It seems that time comes around much too fast!!! Hang in there and don't let that Scanitis get you down. Think positive and keep praying. God Bless you, Sue

Val, You have my prayers , as well. (((Hugs))), Sue