There are no guarantees at all but in life we have no guarantees! I was mostly carefree before my cancer diagnosis but no one really knows what the future will bring! Life after a cancer diagnosis has made me appreciate the most important aspects of my life often I find the simple things are most satisfying! Hang in there. I wish you the best! I hope you have a good oncologist! I am happy with mine! Keep in touch Haroldpingel!