dchurchi Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 We just returned from an appointment with Alan's medical oncologist news not good The cancer has re-appeared this time in the Right supraclavicular lymph node. 2.5CM As Alan has not handled chemo well in the past he will start radiation tomorrow. We have an appointment at 11:00am to determine the number of treatments. Alan will have a bone scan on Friday to rule out mets to his right shoulder that has given him tremendous pain. Dr. is hoping the new tumor is pressing on nerve and that is causing pain, not cancer in the shoulder itself. Alan is a bit down tonight, but we have fought this battle before and we will fight again. Please say a prayer for him, he is my life and for the 1st time I think he is really scared. Not the way we had hoped 2007 would start out for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I am so sorry that both of you have to face this development. I'll pray that you receive help in gathering the strength to fight this round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Oh Debi, this is not the news I wanted to hear. I can't believe after all he has been through, he has to do this again. I am glad that he is ready to fight as we can "Never Give Up" and let this beast get the best of us. Put those gloves on and starting fighting. He has a great person in his corner. And we are all in the audience rooting him on. Please know that we are always here to help you through this. Please vent at anytime as this has been so hard for you. I am deeply sorry you had to hear that news. It just crushes your soul and I know how heavy your heart is that you have to watch him go through this again. But we do what we do for our love ones. Just know that we are always here for you. Prayers sent for your Alan for healing and you sweetie for strength. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Debi, I am so sorry that you have to start the New Year with this news. The good thing is that your doctor already has you lined up for treatment. I will be praying for you both. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Hi Debbie and Alan, I'm sorry to hear the year is starting off with a new battle. Sending my prayers that all works out well. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Sending prayers that Alan responds well to treatment. Stay strong. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Oh I am so sorry the news wasn't good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Debi and Alan,sorry you are having to start the new year with having to deal with this again.Keeping you both in our thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 (((Debbie))), I know how you feel, it's such an uphill battle and it never ends. Tell Alan I said, he can do it, he has endured so much and don't give up now. This road we go down is so tiring and some times you just can't take any more. Just take this moment as one of those bumps in the road. I'm praying and thinking about you and Alan. Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Deb and Alan....You both know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. The two of you are a great team and I know you will pull through this new round of setbacks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda661 Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Many prayers going out for a speedy resolution to this development. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Oh, Debbie..so sorry you didn't get better news. Praying for your Alan. Please know we are always here for you both. Hugs, Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I'm sorry to hear this Debbie. Did you have the node biopsied? I know sometimes those nodes can become inflamed from infection. The good news is Alan has been away from treatment for over a year before this recurrence. Sorry he doesn't tolerate chemo to well, as this resolved my Dad's node issue. I wish Alan good luck with the radiation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Debbie, So sorry to hear this news. I am praying for a pinched nerve for Alan (rather than bone mets) and a very successful response to the radiation. Hang in there and stay strong! God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 So sorry to hear the news, good to hear that radiation is an option, will keep you both in our prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Damnit, I wish it were better and I'll keep you guys in my prayers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursol Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Debbie, I'm sorry to hear this news about Alan. I will pray that treatment will go well for him. Lilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Prayers going out for successful and easy treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Prayers being said for Alan, hold on to hope and have faith that he can overcome this.....Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danielle30 Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear of your news. I will keep you both in my prayers. -Danielle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Debbie, Sorry you have to get back on the merry-go-round for another turn. Hopes and prayers for success with new plan. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lassie Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Debbie and Alan, I will be praying for both of you. It is really hard I know. After reading the attached profile I must say that you both have been through so much. This is another battle perhaps, however we are all here with you both. Thinking of you both, Val Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I am sorry that alan has had this setback Debi. It is disheartening to face more cancer and more treatment. I just wish that Alan, me and everyone else could be cured. I think I have learned enough of life's lessons from my cancer and am sure everyone else feels the same way. Alan has my prayers. don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Debbie and Alan, Please know you have my most sincere prayers. May God grant you peace, comfort, and strength to get through this next round. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeandstrength Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I'm so sorry! You both will be in my thoughts. Cathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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