F**k the statistics. The first thing my RO said to me, 15 minutes after my ENT had given me the diagnosis - so I was still in shock - was "we'll get you through this". She then cautioned me not to read overly much into statistics I might find on the Internet. She was right about both.

Yes, absolutely, it's unavoidable that we all spend our dark time contemplating the worst. I'm as big an offender as anyone. But that's exactly what it is: contemplation. I began my process with the firm knowledge that this cancer was not going to kill me. Period, end of story. I'm not a wishful thinking kind of guy normally. I'm a realist. This was realistic thinking.

I feel the same way about you. I'm sorry your doctors told you what they did. I'm sure their less-than-ideal bedside manner is tempered by excellent medical acumen... but I can't give them any points for tact.

It's going to be tough. Radiation is a bitch. But you'll come through it with flying colors. Remember to lean on us!

Courage
David2

Hey I just read Ashley's post directly above mine; she's wise beyond her years - listen to her.