onelunger Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 I guess this a pretty special day for me. I do remember where I was two years ago. I was in ICU recovering from my lobectomy. It has been quite a ride since then. I was diagnosed with Stage IV NSCLC the following April. At that time they said I had 6-9 months left to live. (bone mets) I was given taxotere for the next 6 months. Then, in October of 2002, I started on Iressa. This worked very very well for me at the time, and I was able to go back to work (as a waitress--pretty physical work) in December of last year. I worked for the next 9 months and did very well. Then, my last series of tests showed 3 new spots in my ribs and a spread to the lymph nodes. The doctor immediately started me back on chemo (a combination of carbo/genzar), and took me off the Iressa. I had my second weekly treatment today, and so far it has not been to bad. I did dread the thought of more chemo, but know it must be done if I am to continue this fight. I just wanted to say hi to everyone and wish you all well. There is hope, as we all know and I, for one, intend to fight this darn disease to the bitter end. God blell you all, Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 Kudos to you, Mary! I would rather welcome you back for other reasons. You have a great attitude and I suspect this is what has helped you stay alive so long. Good for you. You are not alone in your battle. My cancer just returned.....this time in my liver. So I'll ride the rollercoaster with you. And, as you can see by the amount of folks signed on, we are not alone. Good Luck and God Bless Sue M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrie Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 Mary - You GO girl! You ARE a fighter - and an INSPIRATION! Will keep you in my prayers as you forge ahead! Terrie - P.S. Said a prayer for you this a.m., Sue, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 YOU HAVE the attitude it takes to keep on keeping on!!! I hate it that you are back under these circumstances. BUT we can always use smiling faces and good attitudes here. I agree waitressing is rough I have done that in my past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 Mary, welcome back. You are an inspiration to us all, with two years survivorship so far. I hope the treatment you are undegoing does the trick. Wishing you the best. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted September 13, 2003 Share Posted September 13, 2003 Mary, thank you for sharing your story-I needed it...just was feeling down today, but your story really helped. Prepare for battle...ENGAGE!!! GO! Take care, deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted September 13, 2003 Share Posted September 13, 2003 Mary & Sue M, YOu both are such great fighters. That is what it takes to win...Will be sending the man above some prayers for both of you tonight....God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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