snappy Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 I have included in the profile an update as of today. It begins at Red Print. He had a very difficult time. I just went back and read some of my posts when I first came here. He did cover a lot of unexpected ground the last couple months. Looking back and all that we have learned, we think it was probably the fact that he was getting the Radiation 5 days every week and then chemo once week (at least half the treatment) and toward the end on a Mon, Tues and Wed. Joe felt it was the radiation that was really causing the problems. He also felt maybe alone without the Chemo too, might not have had such problems. We have since been told that they were treating him aggressively. I don't think we could have asked for anything better in the outcome. Now we will have another new journey with the surgery. Since I did start reaching out on this forum, and many of you did help, I felt I should update. There are probably just a few that remember. I do want to thank those of you that did reply and help. I am thankful my husband did not give up as I know he came close more than once. I am sure many of you may get to feeling that way but try to hang in there. You never know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 Mary- He has come a long way and been through a lot. I hope the surgery will go well. I am glad you have some good news. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 there are always ups and downs with this disease Thank you for sharing these with us. Sayin Prayers for a VERY SUCCESSFULL SURGERY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb73 Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 Hello Mary, Just a very short note to say that I am fairly "new" to this venue, but that I will make sure you and your husband are in my prayers for success. Blessings sent and every good thought, Barbara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 thanks for posting. Looks like you have lots to be thankful and hopeful about. Keep fighting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Mary: You and Joe have really had to struggle to get to this place where things are finally looking more positive. Thanks for updating and will be looking for more good news to come in the future. Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snappy Posted April 21, 2008 Author Share Posted April 21, 2008 I thank you all for your encouragement and prayers. I hope and pray that things go well for those that are still dealing with this disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Hi, Mary. This is excellent news. I, too, am Stage IIIB, squamous cell, and so I know that it is extremely rare for concurrent radiation-chemotherapy treatment to go well enpough that surgery is even considered a possibility. I understand your reason for being cautiously optimmistic, but in the meantime, am doing the Happy Dance for you both! Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shannon2 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Congragulations! Best of luck on the surgery and stay positive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Thanks for the update, Mary. It's heartening to see that everything you and your husband went through produced some positive results. Much Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Mary- I am so happy for you and your husband. Its been a long, difficult journey for you both and still more to come. Hoping his surgery is successful and goes as easy as can be expected. Hang in there, girlfriend!!! Stay positive and NEVER give up!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snappy Posted May 4, 2008 Author Share Posted May 4, 2008 I wasn't sure if I should put this here or start new. The date of my husband's Lung surgery will be Friday, May 16th. The plan is to remove tumor and probably the right lower lobe and maybe part of middle lobe, and possibly lymph nodes.. Will determine when can see it. It will be by incision and not VATS. If all goes well, will be 7 to 10 days in the hospital, possibly 5 to 6. Two to three months recovery. First six weeks not lift anything over 10 lbs. May be on oxygen for while and maybe not. Surgeon was not too concerned as his FEV1 (lung function) was 81% before inhaler and 87% after. He can drive when done with OTC pain meds. He is feeling better each day after such a difficult and sick time during his chemo and radiation. Not looking forward to surgery. If all goes well, and I feel it is going to, then this is the best outcome he could have for his diagnosis. If anyone has anything to share that might be good to know, please do so. I think what really makes it so so scary in the beginning, is the not knowing or understanding anything. It just raises the anxiety level too much. Then in getting ready for chemo/radiation treatments, so much is thrown at you at once. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers and encouraging words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 Excellent news that they want to do surgery as surgery is the best bet for buying time with lung cancer! Congratulations and good luck! Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snappy Posted May 7, 2008 Author Share Posted May 7, 2008 Thanks Carole for the post. It helps to read these as we find ourselves sometimes even doubting what we do know is the best thing. I can just feel the anxiety some that my husband has. It has to be tough. I think the waiting is harder as we get closer to the date. Thanks again, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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