jetcat Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 We had Jim's consult with the surgeon today and we were told that, in his opinion, the mass does not appear to have malignant characteristics. We were also told that it actually does not appear to be in Jim's lung after all, but is most likely behind the lung and nestled up to his spinal column (hard to tell I guess with the limitations of the CT image?) The recommendation is to remove the mass whether it be malignant or not and we scheduled surgery for next Friday. The mass will be biopsied at that time so my worry and waiting continues, but with renewed hope that we may not be facing cancer (went out for celebratory dinner tonight for that one bit of hopeful news!) I now have new concerns about them cutting open his chest and removing the tumor from a sensitive area, but the surgeon has come highly recommended so I am trying to relax. I can't remember who posted earlier to tell me to remember "nothing bad is happening RIGHT NOW" Thank you so much . . . I use that every day. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Wow! That is indeed great news!! Both my Brother and my Mom had benign growths removed via thoracotomy. They are both just fine today decades after the procedure. Seems these things have to come out malignant or not, because they grow and can cuase issues. Joe B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlemike Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Sounds like good news Chris! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Congratulations and best wishes! Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Chris- Yeah - great news about it not being malignant!!! I am so happy for you, your husband and your family!! Good luck with his surgery. Please keep us updated on how he is doing!! Hugs - Patti B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 I am thrilled for you both... That is GREAT news! Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Great news Chris!! Good luck with the surgery. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Great news! Sending good thoughts and prayers for a successful surgery. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 That's great to hear! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Best of luck with the surgery. Praying that good news continues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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