Patty Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 First of all, I would like to thank everyone that helped with advice on what to do about my suspicious spot. I really appreciate all of your input. I did go ahead & have the mediastinoscopy, which didn't help, since the surgeon could not reach "the spot". Something about my Aorta being in the way . I was kind of getting overwhelmed and since I wasn't able to meet with my onc until yesterday, I decided maybe I could take an imaginary vacation away from cancer. So I stayed away from this site and the on-line cancer support group I participate in. I have spent a lot of time going back & forth to MI, enjoying my family (granddaughters!!), having my granddaughter stay here with me, and trying my best to thoroughly enjoy everything I could as much as I could. Back to reality now though. I am scheduled for Chest CT Scan & PET/CT Scan next week. My oncologist has set me up with an appt for a second opinion on Aug 2 at IU in Indianapolis with a group of doctors who deal only in lung cancer. So I am satisfied with that, for now. You all were always on my mind anyways and I knew in my heart I would be coming back to sad news. Especially, all those who have passed on. They are at peace and free of pain. Nevertheless, it's sad and heartbreaking. I didn't get a hall pass-didn't really think I'd be away for so long. Thanks again, Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie22 Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Patty my prayers and thoughts are with you!!! Good luck. Hugs and Prayers Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Welcome back. I hope the repite was enjoyable. Now it's time to get back to the fight - best wishes. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Mental vacations are so important! I keep a picture in the back of my classroom that I took years ago on a camping trip to Boundary Waters. It is a peaceful sunset shot. When my students ask me what it is for, I tell them it is so I can take a mental vacation during the day from them! Glad to see you back, and to see that you know we are here whenever you need us. Take care! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Patty, I think respites are great! No explainations, just time to relax.....it regenerates you, I know you have all sorts of new things to deal with now, but hopefully your renewed energy will lead you to positiveness..... sending good thoughts your way Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Welcome back, Patty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 So glad your back!! GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Glad to see you back Patty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 We understand Patty and welcome back. Let this group be here for you. Will be sending prayers for your upcoming scans. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted July 22, 2006 Share Posted July 22, 2006 Happy to see you again Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvillella Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 Glad you came back. I have two spots on my ribs where they did the surgery but everyone thinks it is from spreading the ribs to get the lung out. I have had a bone scan, CT scan and X-rays since then and they still think it is from the surgery. Hope yours works out the same. Ralph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 24, 2006 Share Posted July 24, 2006 Welcome back! Prayers for your upcoming scans. Glad you were able to take a little vacation. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted July 24, 2006 Share Posted July 24, 2006 Welcome back Patty! Best of luck and God bless! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted July 24, 2006 Share Posted July 24, 2006 Welcome back, Patty. Good luck with the upcoming scans and the 2nd opinion. Praying its all nothing but good news. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze100 Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Welcome Back Patty. Just because they see a new spot doesn't mean the worst, and I'm hoping your new docs agree. Best of luck on tests next week Patty. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patty Posted August 3, 2006 Author Share Posted August 3, 2006 Just wanted to let you all know that the "spot" is, in fact, cancer. Meeting with the Lung Cancer Spec. in Indianapolis tomorrow to hear my options etc. I am not doing very well with this news right now and will let you know more later. Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Patty I am so sorry the news was not better. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep fighting.. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Prayers for Patty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I'm so sorry that you got such rotten news, Patty. We're in your corner here to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Darnitall Patty ! I'm just so sorry you got this news. Let's get on that horse again and start bucking LC big time............whaddaya say? I'm here to help..............I'm in some a$$-kicking mood right now myself! You CAN do this again. Let's get started!!! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Patty, I know it sucks big time, but I'm sending out positive thoughts, hoping that tomorrow you get some positive news with a good game plan.... Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Patty, Sorry for the bad news! Praying for you and the doctors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze100 Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Oh Patty, This is such hard news to take. I am sorry. I know you were hoping for better results. Hopefully the doctors come up with a good plan to stomp this spot right out. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinC1973 Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Patty, I am just so sorry. If you need anything at ALL, I am right here. Just shoot me a PM and I'll give you my number. I can be there in no time. Good luck with your upcoming appointments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Oh, Patty. I'm so sorry to hear this. My prayers are with you. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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