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I've had "abnormal" results a number of times, and then this summer
at the ripe old age of 72, figured out there was indeed a cancer army waging war on me. So the thing to do is keep an eye on the situation. Let your body tell your mind what's what. Get your screenings regularly, eat right, stay at a healthy weight and take your vitamins. Your body will fight the little buggers like modern medicine never could.
If and this is a big IF -- you should develop a problem, AND you use every weapon in the medical arsenal to fight it, the odds are, you'll win. Think like a warrior, not a victim.
posted by
Pat_B
on December 19, 2008 at 4:16 AM
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That's was an awful message to get! Good luck!
posted by
elinjo
on December 17, 2008 at 1:19 PM
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Been there ansd sympathize with you so. All good wishes to you and I hope the tests are negative. Keep positive and know others will pray with you.
posted by
merkie
on December 17, 2008 at 9:38 AM
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I know how you feel....prayers will do miracle. Believe firmly and o all
good thing to protect you. I love you and pray for you....
posted by
Star5_
on December 17, 2008 at 7:07 AM
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My prayers are with you. I was diagnosed with cervical cancer 14 years ago. I had just married by current husband and we planned on children. I had a couple of procedures and a round of radiation. It was tough but I knew God had so much more for me. As we went forward to adding to the family, the Lord took 4 pregnancies from me before we were blessed with Shelbie ... and 10 months later Whitney. It's amazing how God's plans work out just right for His purpose and His glory. Love ya ...
posted by
robinrn
on December 17, 2008 at 5:54 AM
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Alternative medicine has some interesting therapies.... Rife, mushrooms, beta-glucans, oxygen therapy etc etc. I personally won't go in for conventional therapies....they kill you!
posted by
Soul_Builder101
on December 16, 2008 at 11:34 PM
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I wish the best of luck and prayers.
posted by
Samantha39
on December 16, 2008 at 8:35 PM
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Like me with my toe infection hope for the best.
posted by
BC-A
on December 16, 2008 at 7:59 PM
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Thanks to all of you...
your kindness is overwhelming. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts. I'm putting it out of my mind for now, though it felt good to get it out there. Now is the time to concentrate on new beginnings and I will deal with the next test when it is time. Until then there is Christmas cheer to spread and New Year's resolutions to make!
posted by
Fledgeling_Phoenix
on December 16, 2008 at 7:49 PM
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positive thoughts all the way =)
posted by
MiaElla
on December 16, 2008 at 7:48 PM
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Thank you for visiting my blog. The best news here I believe is that they
are in no hurry to do more tests. In my nursing career if the concern was high you would be called in immediately. Stay as positive as you are.
posted by
Kabu
on December 16, 2008 at 7:17 PM
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Two months before Richard and I were married
we were told he only had three years to live because of his prostate cancer. I decided that it was not going to be part of our reality and most of all so did Richard with daily encouragement. That was 16 years ago. Love heals all. May you be surrounded by the Light of Love and Healing and Peace and Harmony.
posted by
skye08
on December 16, 2008 at 6:47 PM
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Sorry to hear this....The possibility of cancer is un-nerving,
to say the least and imaginations can be a negative energy as well as a positive one. But medical advances have made the disease a survivable condition in so many cases; I found concentrating on that reality to be my way of coping during a couple of scares. Good that you know the odds are in your favor
if the results are more complicated than clear. Will be thinking of you.
posted by
Katray2
on December 16, 2008 at 6:43 PM
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I think it is important to remain optimistic! You have a child and I agree, it is not an option (being cautiously optimistic). Just get the testing completed even if includes another opinion! I have you in my prayers! sam
posted by
sam444
on December 16, 2008 at 6:27 PM
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I can't say that I've been where you are...
...but I pray you'll have peace of mind in the coming days of your next test. My five-year old son had to see a pediatric surgeon last week about a cyst on the back of his leg. I was a bundle of nervous energy before we found out he has a Baker's cyst which is quite common and not serious. Hopefully, your news will be just as welcoming as mine. In the meantime, you'll be in my prayers!
posted by
Retail_Realist
on December 16, 2008 at 6:08 PM
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the unknown is so scary
but i have been a medical guinea pig for just a year now - still no answers - could be seizures - could be a stroke - and i am so fed up i don't care - i still have to go on. but there were many sleepness nights thinking "what if"
posted by
ladychardonnay
on December 16, 2008 at 3:13 PM
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Metalrat & Lady Chard
Thank you both so much for your comments. I'm trying not to get too ahead of myself as there has been no official diagnosis. Sometimes you just know things though. If indeed it is cancer it is very treatable. My doctor was sure to tell me that straight away in our conversation. I keep thinking 33 is too young. But it isn't. There is no age limitation on disease. Still I can't help but wonder if this is the result of behaviors from earlier in my life. I'm a ver different person than I was then, but this is a reminder that, that time was real. It's also a reminder of how far I've come and how truly blessed I am. Thanks again.
posted by
Fledgeling_Phoenix
on December 16, 2008 at 3:10 PM
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Fledgeling Phoenix
Now is the time luv to read the end of your last blog and believe it.
"So here's to finding purpose and direction and to realizing while it's important to make every second of our silly little lives really count."
I am sorry for your anxiety producing news my friend, take one day at a time and Himself will see you through. Remember, you're a Phoenix and we love you in Blogit and are here to support you.
posted by
WileyJohn
on December 16, 2008 at 3:06 PM
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Might I ask where the cancer is on your body....
....because if it's ovarian or in the reproductive system, it's very common and treatable.
My youngest sister had one of her ovaries removed due to cancer, and was told she couldn't reproduce. She just gave birth back in July to a lovely daughter.
I admire your fortitude, when you said you "...
have a son now, so cancer is not an option for me." Believe it or not, that attitude will do more for your healing than if you were despairing.
Good luck and best wishes. I think you will be fine and your son has a wonderful mother.
posted by
metalrat
on December 16, 2008 at 2:52 PM
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it's so hard to know what to say
but the funny thing is - all of my tests keep coming back normal but yet i don't feel normal. i know something is wrong with me that they just haven't found yet. make sure your doctor is the best you can get and proceed with that and enjoy every moment with your children - they truly are the light of my life.
posted by
ladychardonnay
on December 16, 2008 at 2:00 PM
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Thanks, Hazel.
This has been a long time coming. The tests just keep coming back abnormal time and time again after being normal for the first 28 years of my life...that's the problem. If they had never been normal that would be different. Regardless, I have faith in the significance of whatever happens next. Thank you for your thoughts.
posted by
Fledgeling_Phoenix
on December 16, 2008 at 1:35 PM
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Babies change our world. I love my children and I really love my grandkids. If I had known that they were so much fun I would have had them first. Stay positive! You've got alot to live for. You will be in my prayers. Have a great day!
posted by
Texas_Gem
on December 16, 2008 at 12:36 PM
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Babe, I've never had a test come back "normal"..I always have to go for the
second one. My daughter, just recently had precancerous (pre being the wonderful prefix of that word) removed from her cervex. They actually had to remove part of her cervex, they told her it wouldn't effect her having any more children. I thought she would be so sick and in pain, but she came home from the hospital, a few hours after the surgery, and decorated their Christmas tree. She's a tough little cookie, and so are you. xxxooo
posted by
hazel_st_cricket
on December 16, 2008 at 9:51 AM
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