Maryanne Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Hi all, Okay, went to the surgeon again and here is the scoop. The all decided (a group of eight) that Joel should not wait and have this taken out. They are doing a wedge section with VATS on Monday morning at 8:00. It should take 2 hours. If he could not get to it through VATS then they will cut him But he assured us that probably will not happen. They will take it to Pathology, analyise it to see if it is benign or not. If it is C they will not do anything at that point. They will have to wait a couple of days to see if the C is a new primary or from the old one. Now here goes, Best cast scenario - Benign of course, since it was removed they will do nothing. Next case scenario- if is a new primary and they most likely would not remove a lobe they would then probably radiate that area. Not sure about Chemo. If it is IA there is no Chemo. Last place scenario- it is from the original C- then he may have to go back to the hospital in 6 weeks and have the lobe removed. The reason they will not remove the lobe now when they find out from the Pathologist if it is C is because maybe they will not have to take the whole lobe out. And better to wait to remove the whole lobe if they have too. Meanwhile if may just work with the wedge section…. you can always take more lung out but you cannot put it back. And of course they are worried about his SOB even though his Lung capacity is 97%. So that is it for now. It is wait and see. If it is 6 weeks and he has to go back to have the lobe removed that will take us again towards the holidays, which has not been lucky for us. 2 years ago in Dec was his first operation, and then last year they found the nodule. Hope things dont happen in three's. Hopefully, it will be the first or 2nd scenario…then what will another one appear?? I have been anxious lately which is not like me. Don’t know if it is from this, my new job as I have to give a major presentation to a District Manger of Wal-Mart plus all the managers from his stores next Thursday, or just crappy menopause. I just know I do not like the feeling, I never experienced this before and I have to be careful because of my heart condition. I just know that my blood pressure is high and my BP medicine was already increased a couple of weeks ago. I had some Valium put away and searched them out and it does help. Sorry I know this is not like me as I am always up, so this is new to me. I will get over it..I AM KEEPING A POSITIVE ATTITUDE!!!! Of course will keep you posted. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Never a dull moment. You are probably anxious about everything, it is expected. Hang in there! I hope the surgery is easy and Joel recovers quickly to go to the Bar Mitzvah on Sat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 We are keeping you both in our thoughts.It seems that they are really on top of things there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheryl Ferguson Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne, God bless you. That I guess, is what a caregiver that cares for her husband as you do for Joel, has to go through. It must be very hard on you and make sure you take care of yourself, too. Caregivers don't usually have anyone watching over them. I will be holding special thoughts for you and Joel and pray for the "benign" case scenario. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Prayers for Joel and Maryanne. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne, Honey, you have every right to be out of sorts and anxious with all that you have going on. Prayers for both you and Joel and that Joel's surgery goes well. I hope you both can go Saturday and that he can be wide awake and listen as you tell him how you "wowed" walmart. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Prayers , Positive thoughts Hugs for support for Both of you and Of Course Praying For B9 B9 B9!! Let us know and So glad there is a plan in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanie55 Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryann, Just sending my very best wishes to you and Joel for good results. Joan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 I'm keeping positive thoughts for Monday's results. Take care Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne and Joel You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplelady47 Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne & Joel ~ I am going to keep hoping and praying for the best case scenario for both of you. It is sooo good that Joel's doctors communicate so well with you and give you all the possibilities though. That's so much better than not knowing. With a gentle hug to both of you, Pam in FL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendy Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne, It is impossible to not worry and be anxious from time to time when we don't know what the outcome will be. Try to take a deep breath and do a couple of special things together this weekend. You know you have a great surgeon and your husband has been through major surgery before and came through fine. I look forward to reading good news from you next week. Hugs, Mendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazy Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 I just want to add my prayers, and best thoughts for you & Joel. Hang in there! ((((Maryanne & Joel)))) Yours in HOPE!!! Stacey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne, I just wanted you to know I will be praying for Joel every day and sending you both my love and warmest thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 I vote for stress as being the culprit Maryanne. I think it is the not knowing that is hard...not knowing which way things are going to go and where you will be afterwards. I hope it all goes well. We will all be thinking about you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne, Praying that everything goes well on Monday. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Prayers for the best and you take care of yourself too Maryanne. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Maryanne: It looks like a good plan. I think since the thing is right a the tip of his lung, they must think a wedge resection would be adequate if it is a new primary. I hope it is benign. I would have confidence in this plan if it were I. I hope your anxiety subsides as events unfold and you both get back to a more normal routine. There is always the possibility that cancer can come back but many live out their full lives to die of old age after one or two bouts. I have always believed that I would live to an old age. I hope you and Joel both have many happy years together to come. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 My good friend, You will do an awesome job w/ your presentation. YOu will be able to get some rest and regain your equilibrium. YOu are a strong, loving, giving, encouraging, wonderful woman. All of us are here for you and care about you and Joel. Daily prayers for you and hubby and uploading all kinds of positive energy and strength. Love Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEA Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Maryanne, Prayers and Hope for both of you. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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