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Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 147 | We got the results yesterday - cancer has exploded throughout, when I questioned where, she said that they don't list everything on the report because he is covered in it. They did note that the tumors have tripled in size in his chest, lungs and ribs. He has been in bed mostly over the past several weeks or walking on crutches. The MRI showed nothing, but the PET yesterday showed a fracture in his leg. No more treatment, just monitoring and keeping him comfortable. I had to leave my office today as I couldn't stop crying. He wants to go somewhere for our 3rd anniversary and I can't even think of where to go...cancer is all too consuming for patients and caregivers.
Caregiver to Husband 50 yrs.young-non smoker/non-drinker; Stage IV - all treatments stopped August 2009
Lost the battle November 23, 2010
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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 595 | I am sorry to hear the news. You are in my thoughts and prayers!! Semper-Fi Bob
Bob age 57, non smoker,non drinker, ended treatment on 11 Nov 2007 and started back to work on 29 Nov 2007. Veterans Day 2012 the Battle was lowered, folded, Taps was played and the Flag buried as I am know a 5 year survivor. Semper-FI !!!
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Joined: Oct 2007 Posts: 104 | I am so sorry for all that you are both going through, I know how difficult and totally overwhelming it is. I hope you have good support from family and friends to help you through. Do lean on them as much as you need to. Are you connected to Hospice for symptom management and support? Strength and courage be with you to face each day.
Caregiver to husband Dx. Stage 4 SCC of gingiva with 3 nodes pos. Partial mandiblectomy with bone graft from iliac crest Dec. 2006. IMRT x30, Cisplatin x3. Completed Tx. March 15, 2007. Osteonecrosis & removal of graft & plate Oct. 2007. Recurrence of SCC Dec. 2007. Deceased Jan. 17, 2008.
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Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 404 Likes: 2 | So sorry that you and your husband are having to deal with this horrid disease. It can be so cruel.
Thinking of you both
Karen
Last edited by Karen Rose; 10-07-2009 12:06 AM.
46 yrs:
Apr 07-SCC 80% entire tongue removed,T4N1M0
Neck/D,Jaw Split, Trache 2 ops,PEG 3.5yrs
30 x rad,6 x Cisplatin,
30 x HBO
Apr'08- flap Recon + ORN Mandibulectomy
(hip bone to reconstruct jaw)
Oct'08 1 Plate out-jaw
Mar'09 Debulk flap
Sep'09/Jan&Nov'10/Feb&Jun'11/Jan&Jul'12/Oct'13/April'14-More surgery
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Joined: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,940 | Hi Paula
so sorry i missed your post last night,i am nursing my mum at the moment and havent been here as much as normal.This is the final news for you and it has crept up on you over the last few months,but hearing the words is devestating.
I will be here if you need me.
love liz
Liz in the UK
Husband Robin aged 44 years Dx 8th Dec 2006 poorly differentiated SCC tongue with met to neck T1N2cM0 Surgery and Radiation.Finished TX April 2007
Recurrence June/07 died July 29th/07.
Never take your eye off the ball, it may just smack you in the mouth.
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Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 794 | Paula,
I am so sorry. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find a way to celebrate the love you share on your 3rd anniversary.
Wishing you love and peace.
Love,
Donna
Donna
CG to Mom, dx 4/25/07 with tongue cancer,T3N0,tx began 7/6/07, 31 tx's of IMRT, 8 cycles of Erbitux. Brachytherapy, surgery, left neck dissection and temp trach placed all on 9/17/07, trach removed 10/17/07. ORN of jaw, late effect of radiation symptoms. **lost my beautiful mother on 5/5/11.
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David
Age 58 at Dx, HPV16+ SCC, Stage IV BOT+2 nodes, non smoker, casual drinker, exercise nut, Cisplatin x 3 & concurrent IMRT x 35,(70 Gy), no surgery, no Peg, Tx at Moffitt over Aug 06. Jun 07, back to riding my bike 100 miles a wk. Now doing 12 Spin classes and 60 outdoor miles per wk. Nov 13 completed Hilly Century ride for Cancer, 104 miles, 1st Place in my age group. Apr 2014 & 15, Spun for 9 straight hrs to raise $$ for YMCA's Livestrong Program. Certified Spin Instructor Jun 2014.
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Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 307 | Oh Paula I am so sorry......I hate this disease. How is your husband handling this news? You and your husband are in my prayers.
Shelley
Caregiver to husband Ron. Throat Cancer. Finished 35 radiation treatments on 11/21/04. 8/2/11 small lesion on lower gum, laser Procedure to remove. 3/6/12 Doc. removed another lesion on outside of his neck. Did a skin graft from his chest to replace the skin on his neck. Went to Heaven on 6/24/12.
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Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 1,357 Likes: 5 | I wish I had some words that would offer you some comfort, but I don't think they exist. You know you have the support of those on the board who have walked your path, and I know you will lean on them.
I'm sure you will think of somewhere to get away to for a day or so to indulge yourselves, or maybe you can arrange for your anniversary party to come to you. Special Days are special because of the people you spend them with - not the places you go.
Thinking of you both, and sending a hug.
Donna
Donna,69, SCC L Tongue T2N1MO Stg IV 4/04 w/partial gloss;32 radtx; T2N2M0 Stg IV; R tongue-2nd partial gloss w/graft 10/07; 30 radtx/2 cispl 2/08. 3rd Oral Cancer surgery 1/22 - Stage 1. 2022 surgery eliminated swallowing and bottom left jaw. Now a “Tubie for Life”.no food envy - Thank God! Surviving isn't easy!!!! .Proudly Canadian - YES, UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE IS WONDERFUL! (Not perfect but definitely WONDERFUL)
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