Neil W. Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Hi folks. I'm new here. Was diag. in April '05 w/2" tumor. Surgery last week to remove, but had met. to chest wall. I will be seeing oncologist this Thursday and I suspect chemo and/or radiation will be prescribed. This is a very difficult time because in addition to my illness, my son was suddenly rushed to hospital two weeks ago with acute leukemia and is now receiving chemo. This is all very overwhelming and I hope to learn more about lung cancer and treatments. Neil W. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Welcome, Neil. Sorry so much is happening to you and family at once. Hang in there. We are here for you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 I am so sorry that you have so much difficulty and heartache at the same time. I pray that you and your son will be okay. God Bless you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Welcome, Neil, Sorry to hear that about you and your son. A lot to take in at once for sure. Hang in there and stay with us. Best place with the best people for caring, sharing and information. Prayers for the best. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 this place is incredibly supportive and informative. you're in my thoughts (and prayers) as is your son. xoxo bunny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Welcome to the group. I hope your treatment goes well and your son's also. How hard that must be fore you. Keep us posted on how you're doing, we're here to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Welcome in the group. Neil, You have so much going on at the present that I will keep you and your son in my prayers. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 You certainly got socked with a double punch. So sorry you have to deal with all this at the same time. Know you feel the need to be there and be strong for your son and may be afraid you won't have the energy. Borrow some energy here when you need it. Sharing this experience may well prove to be a strong bond between the two of you that neither of you could have with anyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Neil, Welcome to the group. You will find a lot of support, and good information here. Sorry to hear about your son... praying for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbays Posted June 14, 2005 Share Posted June 14, 2005 I'm very sorry to hear about you and your son. May God bless both of you. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted June 14, 2005 Share Posted June 14, 2005 Keeping both you and your son in my prayers for healing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted June 14, 2005 Share Posted June 14, 2005 Hi Neil. I am sorry to hear about you and your son. But, welcome. I had surgery last Feb to remove the rest of my left lung. The PET scan showed uptake at my chest wall, and it was thought that I might have mets to the chest wall. At surgery, my chest wall turned out to be cancer free. The surgeon had told me that if it had gotten to my chest wall, that it would be inoperable. There are other surgeons who would operate though. If it can be shown to be local, it may be operable. At least one person that I know of on this board has had chest wall surgery. Her user name is mhutch1366. I am sure she would be willing to share her experience with you. You can do a search in the member list and pm her from there. I think she has been cancer free for 5 years or so. For my part, I had a strong feeling that the only cancer would be in my new nodule and that was the way it worked out. So, I stayed with the surgeon who would have aborted surgery if my chest wall was cancerous. You and your son have my best wishes and concern. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted June 14, 2005 Share Posted June 14, 2005 Welcome! There are a great group of people here and lots of support. So sorry to hear about you as well as your son. I'm sure it's hard enough for you to have to deal with this lung cancer but not much is worse, then when your child is sick. I know it. Prayers for you both. Gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie Posted June 14, 2005 Share Posted June 14, 2005 Welcome, I'll be sending good thoughts your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doughnut Posted June 14, 2005 Share Posted June 14, 2005 Well you've certainly had a difficult time of it. Stick around here, it's a great board but I'm just sorry you need to be here. Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted June 16, 2005 Share Posted June 16, 2005 Hey Neil. This is a great place to find first hand info on cancer treatments from people who really care. Sorry to hear about your son. As a father of two girls, I know how much more difficult it is dealing with their illness than my own. Take care, and keep us posted on your progress as well as your son's. David P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 Hi Neil, Wow, sorry for everything you are going through. First, you then your son. Good luck with your treatments. Have confidence that everything will out fine in the outcome. We are here for all the support you may need during these difficult times. I wish there was something I could do to lessen your pain. Prayers to you and your son for good results. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 I am so sorry you have so many difficult challenges facing your family at this time. You are in my thoughts. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richinsdakota Posted June 25, 2005 Share Posted June 25, 2005 Its tough enuff for us but to be dealt a double whammy must be awful. Hope you get the best Docs and treatments and info to fight the fights. But youve already found the best support available in this group, I feel. Keep us posted, and welcome to a very helpful place here. Rich B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest youngnblessed Posted June 26, 2005 Share Posted June 26, 2005 Hello, Welcome to the site you have came to a great place a help, comfort, and understanding. I am sorry to here about the illnesses that are suddenly attacking your family. You will be in my prayers, if there is anything that we can do feel free to stop by. youngnblessed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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