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Please help reduce my stressing...test results may indicate cancer
Cancer | Last Active: Feb 17, 2021 | Replies (47)Comment receiving replies
Sorry for the delay everybody. Unfortunately, I was, in fact, diagnosed with cancer. However, it's a low-grade b-cell lymphoma (replacing some bone marrow), and associated low-grade follicular lymphoma (in the form of a soft tissue mass next to my tibia bone.) I understand even non-Hodgkins lymphoma is pretty treatable, especially since its low-grade. I'm just glad I now know exactly what it is.
The surgical oncologist that informed me about my biopsy results stated that he doubted surgery would be necessary. I imagine I'll need radiation and possibly chemotherapy. However, if there's an option to only do radiation and possibly have effective results, then perhaps I'll consider that. I've heard chemotherapy has negative consequences, but I suppose radiation does too.
I have my first appointment with my oncolgist on Tuesday, and I'll certainly have a bunch of questions for him. It's been an emotional rollercoaster so far, but I'm improving in this regard a little, as I have an awesome family and friend support team.
Thanks in advance for all of your continued prayers.
Jeremy
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Good afternoon @jeremy17, I am very proud of your careful and sensitive acceptance of the diagnosis. It shows how far you have come since your first and very fearful response.
You are right, there are lots of stories about successful treatment with radiation and/or chemotherapy. However, you are a unique individual and will respond in your own way to whatever you and your oncologist decide. Please remember this is a shared decision. As the patient you have clinicians and family who care very much about your health and well being. They all want you to have good results from your chosen treatment.
And we, at Connect, also have your back, so to speak. Please know that you are not alone. For every question and every wonderment, Connect members and mentors are right here. And I for one have a very personal interest. We both received the same diagnosis, cancer, and we are on our way to acceptance of what is required to move forward.
I care and am interested in your journey and would appreciate some updates.
May you be safe, protected and free.
Chris
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Jeremy, I am sorry to read that you have cancer, but glad to read it is low grade. I know you are doing your research and will carefully consider your options for treatment.
My family doctor used to take my list of questions from me and as we discussed stuff he would write some comments on the paper... uum... the doctor's handwriting is worse than mine. I started carrying a copy for him and one for me. I would put a check by the question when it was answered because he would answer out of order. I like my doctor. 😀
My thoughts and prayers for you and you family as you embark upon this new journey.
ZeeGee
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@jeremy17 Hi Jeremy,
Thanks for the update. While I'm sorry to hear about the cancer diagnosis, it sounds as if it low-grade and is treatable. When it comes to cancer, those are all good things! I've had three surgeries for a rare form of cancer, carcinoid cancer, and while rare, it is slow-growing and only requires surgery with no other treatment needed afterward. As a result, I feel fortunate as well.
Will you keep in touch and let us all know the next treatment steps that you will be taking? I will pray that all goes well during the coming months.