jim_wny Posted December 17, 2007 Posted December 17, 2007 Hi everyone Well Im back from my surgery ( 12/11 ) Got home yesterday ( 12/16) Have to commend my wife on her driving skills during our winter storm. They removed the upper left node and had a small (< 2cm tumor ) Was classified as stage 1A.They mentioned a lot more information that I'll need to do some internet searching on but every thing sounds very positive At this point it seems there will be no need for any chemo or radiation therapy, So I feel VERY fortunate. Post operative pain is actually less than I had anticipated ( except when I cough ). I have my first appointment with my Dr. on 12/28 and I'm sure I'll find out much more. I feel a need to acknowledge a great staff at Strong Memorial Hospital. They treated me great and and handled an admittably squeemish patient with fantastic professionalism and care. Also thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers. Well I just wanted to give you all an update and I'll keep everyone informed Take Care Jim Quote
recce101 Posted December 17, 2007 Posted December 17, 2007 Great news, Jim!! Happy Holidays and Aloha, Ned Quote
lc46 Posted December 17, 2007 Posted December 17, 2007 That's great news! Have a Great Holiday Dar Quote
laban Posted December 17, 2007 Posted December 17, 2007 That's wonderful news Jim, thanks for keeping us informed. Hoping your family has a Merry Christmas Quote
Eileen Posted December 18, 2007 Posted December 18, 2007 Great news being stage 1A!!!! I had stage 1A over 7 years ago and had a lobectomy and as you can see, I am still here! I was lucky too,and did not have too much pain and had a quick recovery Just don't overdo and get rest as needed. Hoping your recovery continues to go smoothly! --- Quote
Connie B Posted December 18, 2007 Posted December 18, 2007 Way to Go Jim, and Welcome Back. Stage IA is GOOD TO HEAR! Congratulations! Rest up and you'll be as good as new!! Quote
Ry Posted December 19, 2007 Posted December 19, 2007 What a great Christmas present. Welcome back. Quote
carolhg Posted December 19, 2007 Posted December 19, 2007 That is wonderful news Jim. Have a very Merry Christmas! Carol Quote
Wendy Posted December 19, 2007 Posted December 19, 2007 Stage 1 - great news, Very little pain - Awesome news! Cheers to a fast recovery, Wendy Quote
Don M Posted December 20, 2007 Posted December 20, 2007 Good deal Jim. I remember at my first surgery there was a snowstorm and the surgeon was 2 hours late. I got antsy. My wife also drove through a snowstorm. Don M Quote
MsC1210 Posted December 23, 2007 Posted December 23, 2007 Hi Jim First let me apologize for missing your initial post. Welcome to the boards! I am so glad the surgery went well and 1a is AWESOME news. Keep posting and remember we are always here when you need us. Happy Holidays! Christine Quote
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