Sometime over Winter Break during December, I started getting really bad gas at night after eating large dinners. My stomach would expand and I would berp for several hours until the pressure was relieved and I could fall asleep. I tried taking Mylanta, but it didn't help. After break I went back to Florida State University in Tallahassee and the problem continued. I went to the student health center where a doctor listened to my syptoms (but didn't examine me or perform any tests) and prescibed presciption Zantac and smaller, more frequent meals. She also warned that I might develop acid reflux in the future. For two weeks I took the Zantac twice a day and the gas never returned. Then one night it came and was soon followed within minutes by extreme upper back pain. The pain was absolutely horrendous and after a few hours of deliberating and hoping the pain would subside I went to the ER at Tallahassee Memorial at about 2 AM. There they preformed a urine test, which came back negative, and prescribed oxycodon and a weaker pain killer. By the time they had examined me my stomach had actually returned to normal and the pain had virtually subsided. The next night the pain returned, although somewhat more mild, but then I vomited. I took one of the weaker pills and headed to the ER again. This time, after much badgering by me, a dcoctor examined me before my stomach returned to its normal state. He played with the bulge and pronounced it a hernia and then proceeded to try to massage it back into the "hole." Since I would be heading home for Spring Break that coming Friday I decided to simply have my parents set up an appointment with a general surgeon as soon as I got home. Two days later, on Thursday, I was feeling very nauseated and having read that that could be a sign of gangrene in hernia patients I went back to the student health center. I saw another doctor who ordered an x-ray to make sure there wasn't a blockage, but who was displeased that the hospital hadn't conducted more tests themselves including a C-T Scan. She determined there wasn't a blockage and prescibed some more pills to make me feel better and I was off on my way again. The next Monday, I was home and I saw an internist prior to the general surgeon appointment for the following day. He prodded my stomach, saw the prominent bulge which had since stopped going back in or causing painful gas and sent me immediately to the hospital for a C-T Scan. The scan revealed a large mass and instead of a surgeon I was back in the hospital the following day having blood tests, ultrasounds, and a biopsy done. The radiologist then informed my parents, as I was still under beause of the painkillers, that in all his experience I almost certainly had lymphoma, but we couldn't be sure until the biopsy, but we couldn't be sure until the biopsy results were back. The next day I went to see an oncologist specializing in lymphoma and he told we that lymphoma it might not be. Instead they had narrowed it down to four very rare cancers one of which was t-cell lymphoma, another was Ewing's Sarcoma, and the other two's names escape me. Wednesday we waited, no results. Thursay we waited, no results. On Friday morning I was struck with horrible chest, stomach, and back pain all at the same time and constant. After staggering back to the internist who told us that I actually had none of those four tumors, I had desmoplastic small round cell tumors. Actually he wasn't sure of that either, but it has since been more or less confirmed although we are awaiting lab results from California. I was then transported to the ER, then to Jackson Memorial Hospital (which is the University of Miami's teaching hospital) where I am currently and will most likely receive treatment. I have extremely intensive chemotherapy and eventual surgery ahead, but I'm determined to rid this cancer from my body. Already I've gained perspective and the knowledge that morphine doesn't work quite the way it does in movies and on TV.
[ June 19, 2005, 01:22 PM: Message edited by: newfoundlogic ]
Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
Wow, I am so sorry. My prayers will be with you.
Posted by quidscribis (Member # 5124) on :
Good luck, Newfoundlogic. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Posted by Little_Doctor (Member # 6635) on :
I'm glad that you are so determined to beat it. My thoughts will be with you! Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
May God grant you a complete recovery, nfl.
What is your Hebrew name? Do you know your mother's Hebrew name? Would you mind if I put you on a Tehillim list?
Posted by Irami Osei-Frimpong (Member # 2229) on :
We are rooting for you.
Posted by Synesthesia (Member # 4774) on :
I'm sorry too... Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
Good luck, and I hope you will soon be recovering. You are in our prayers.
Kwea
Posted by twinky (Member # 693) on :
quote: I have extremely intensive chemotherapy and eventual surgery ahead, but I'm determined to rid this cancer from my body.
You have the right attitude. Posted by Shan (Member # 4550) on :
Prayers and thoughts of health and wellness speeding your way.
Posted by Teshi (Member # 5024) on :
My best and most complete wishes are with you, newfoundlogic .
Posted by Miro (Member # 1178) on :
Good luck. You know we'll be pulling for you.
Posted by BannaOj (Member # 3206) on :
We'll be thinking of you. Is there anywhere you'd like cards sent to?
*hugs*
AJ
Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
I'm happy to accept any prayers on my behalf. Frankly I get enough get well cards as it is so I'd be more than happy to just accept whatever well wishing you guys have to offer on this forum. And I do appreciate your good wishes.
Rivka, my Hebrew name is Shmuel, I'm not sure what my mom's is, next time she visits I'll ask.
Posted by Lupus (Member # 6516) on :
good luck in your treatment. I hope everything goes well with your treatment.
[ March 14, 2005, 09:16 PM: Message edited by: Lupus ]
Posted by ElJay (Member # 6358) on :
Good luck and best wishes. You have my prayers.
Posted by SteveRogers (Member # 7130) on :
Good luck, nfl. I'll have you in my prayers. Whatever you do don't give up. Don't even think about it. Thoughts like that don't help anything or anyone.
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
*pleased* One of my favorite cousins is named Shmuel.
My your name be fulfilled -- Shmuel means "God listened."
Posted by Dagonee (Member # 5818) on :
I'm praying for a complete recovery for you NFL.
Posted by Fyfe (Member # 937) on :
((((newfoundlogic))))
I will be praying for you.
Posted by Goody Scrivener (Member # 6742) on :
{{{nfl}}} Strength and healing thoughts headed your way.
Posted by UTAH (Member # 5032) on :
I'm so sorry. Sorry for the pain and time it took to determine how to treat you. I wish you a quick and complete recovery. May God bless you in your determination.
Posted by Astaril (Member # 7440) on :
Good luck. I hope you're recovered very soon. Keep your spirits up!
Posted by Belle (Member # 2314) on :
I will be praying for you. Please, keep us informed.
Posted by mackillian (Member # 586) on :
Kick that cancer's ass, man. Posted by BelladonnaOrchid (Member # 188) on :
Good luck, NFL-we'll all be thinking about you.
Posted by Allegra (Member # 6773) on :
I hope all goes well.
Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
You have the attitude to fight this! It is so important. Do not reject cards and letters. There is an initial surge, then people go about their business. I would love to have your address. The cards and letters I got from Hatrack were so touching, and definitely gave me a much needed boost in a dark time. Good luck!
Posted by Dan_raven (Member # 3383) on :
I'm glad they found out what was causing the pain. Now that you know the problem, you can look forward to a time when it is removed. Fight it and we'll fight with you.
Posted by Dragon (Member # 3670) on :
((((newfoundlogic))))
Posted by Chris Bridges (Member # 1138) on :
Good luck, and keep us posted. Well wishes certainly can't hurt and if they'll help, well, we're a pretty determined group...
Posted by Stan the man (Member # 6249) on :
(((nfl)))
quote: morphine doesn't work quite the way it does in movies and on TV
Ahh yes. It does not take the pain away. It merely makes it so you do not give a rat's behind. I hope you win this battle.
Posted by Icarus (Member # 3162) on :
Aw, crap.
(((nfl)))
Posted by Noemon (Member # 1115) on :
Crap. Nfl, I'm sorry you're having to go through this. I'm glad that you're taking the attitude toward it that you are. I'll be thinking of you.
Posted by tt&t (Member # 5600) on :
Good luck, nfl.
Posted by mimsies (Member # 7418) on :
((((nfl))))
I don't know you and you don't know me, but... you are in my thoughts now.
Posted by Ryuko (Member # 5125) on :
I'll keep you in my mind and my heart, nfl. Don't ever forget that you have us.
Posted by mothertree (Member # 4999) on :
(((nfl))) That sucks, but at least they caught it. I shudder to think if they had just kept giving you antacids.
Posted by Boris (Member # 6935) on :
Man. This sucks. I'm glad you're so determined to beat this. That's a big part of beating it is the determination and desire to do everything necessary to beat it. I think all of our prayers are with you NFL. Good luck!
Posted by J T Stryker (Member # 6300) on :
May God lead you on his path, May he raise your spirit above the pain, And may he return you to us, In better times than now.
Amen
Posted by beverly (Member # 6246) on :
newfound, I wish you the best in this fight! I'm sorry you have to deal with this pain and uncertainty. I pray that you may overcome this and be made whole.
Posted by LadyDove (Member # 3000) on :
I'm so sorry. My prayers are with you, NFL.
Posted by Bob the Lawyer (Member # 3278) on :
Best wishes to you and yours, nfl. Kick its ass.
Posted by Bob_Scopatz (Member # 1227) on :
I'll add my prayers too.
Stay positive.
Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
nfl, I'm so, so sorry that you have to go through this. Your attitude is amazing and I have every confidence that you'll beat this.
You're in my prayers, for a full, speedy, and easy (as possible) recovery. I'd like to put you on my shul's list, too.
Posted by kaioshin00 (Member # 3740) on :
Best wishes and good luck to you, NFL.
Even if you do go to FSU =P
Posted by Papa Moose (Member # 1992) on :
(((nfl)))
Posted by Boon (Member # 4646) on :
Holy Carp! Hang in there!
Posted by Beren One Hand (Member # 3403) on :
You're a tough little sob NFL, I'm sure the cancer doesn't stand a chance. Best wishes to you and your family.
Posted by docmagik (Member # 1131) on :
((NFL))
Prayers with you.
Posted by Mormo (Member # 5799) on :
I am so sorry to hear this sad news, nfl!
I will pray for you. ((Shmuel))
Get better.
Alan
Posted by Ralphie (Member # 1565) on :
I have a friend who recently licked Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He's my age, 27.
I hope your treatment and experience go as successfully.
[ March 15, 2005, 02:50 AM: Message edited by: Ralphie ]
Posted by Shigosei (Member # 3831) on :
Sorry to hear that you are sick! You're amazingly brave about this. Beat the cancer to the ground, nfl! Posted by Telperion the Silver (Member # 6074) on :
OMFG!
(((newfoundlogic)))
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
(((newfoundlogic))) You're in my thoughts and prayers. I can't express anything more heartfelt than what's already been said, but know that you're important to our community and we're here for you. Posted by Anna (Member # 2582) on :
(((NFL)))
Posted by Corwin (Member # 5705) on :
((((newfoundlogic))))
Posted by KarlEd (Member # 571) on :
~~~nfl~~~
Posted by ClaudiaTherese (Member # 923) on :
I wish you well, newfoundlogic.
Posted by punwit (Member # 6388) on :
Lots of positive vibes heading your way, NFL. Staying positive is a great way to begin.
(((NFL)))
Posted by Farmgirl (Member # 5567) on :
(((newfoundlogic))) Our prayers are definately with you during this very difficult trial. I am sad that it took the so long to realize what the problem is, and get you a definate answer and some relief from the pain.
Keep a positive attitude and know that we are all pulling for you.
Farmgirl
Posted by TheHumanTarget (Member # 7129) on :
Cancer is a beatable disease. I'm sure you'll be fine. Try to keep your spirits up, and avoid the temptation to fall into self-pity. Good luck.
Posted by Olivetta (Member # 6456) on :
You'll be in my thoughts ((((nfl)))
Posted by ctm (Member # 6525) on :
Hugs and prayers for you, nfl.
Posted by Storm Saxon (Member # 3101) on :
Cancer sucks.
Get better soon, dork. Posted by TheHumanTarget (Member # 7129) on :
Also, not that you don't already have a lot to think about, but you might want to consider banking your reproductive future, so to speak. Chemo affects people differently, and there are no guarantees.
Posted by plaid (Member # 2393) on :
Eep! Whomp that sucker!!
Posted by Lady Jane (Member # 7249) on :
You'll do this. I'm so sorry you have to go through it. *hugs*
Posted by jeniwren (Member # 2002) on :
((nfl)) *wishes for the umpteenth time that words could fix something like this* You'll be in my prayers.
Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
I'd give you my left pinky if it would help!
(((nfl))) Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
quote: Do not reject cards and letters. There is an initial surge, then people go about their business. I would love to have your address. The cards and letters I got from Hatrack were so touching, and definitely gave me a much needed boost in a dark time.
I'm just not a cards and letters type of guy I guess. Believe my, I'more than touched by the messages here.
quote: It does not take the pain away. It merely makes it so you do not give a rat's behind.
Actually that's not quite what I was thinking. For me at least it dulls the pain, but it does take at least fifteen minutes while on TV you always see an immediate sigh of relief on the face of the morphine recipient. Of course I imagine I'm getting a much smaller dose, but its still a major disappointment.
quote: Even if you do go to FSU
Actually I'm probably not going to be going to FSU anymore. My parents are really pressuring me to transfer down to UM and while I maintain my own freedom of action, their willingness to pay the absurd tuition does tell me quite a bit about their urgency. I'm still not sure what I want to do, so we'll see about that decision later.
Posted by Noemon (Member # 1115) on :
quote:For me at least it dulls the pain, but it does take at least fifteen minutes while on TV you always see an immediate sigh of relief on the face of the morphine recipient. Of course I imagine I'm getting a much smaller dose, but its still a major disappointment.
You need Danzig to come and be your personal pharmacologist.
Posted by Altáriël of Dorthonion (Member # 6473) on :
I feel so sorry for you. I hope you can fight it and eventually overcome it. I'll pray for you, newfoundlogic.
Posted by amira tharani (Member # 182) on :
*stunned silence* . . . *recovers power of speech* NFL, I have to admire your attitude to this. I hope you win this battle - your inner strength will be a huge asset to you. In so far as I pray (which isn't much these days, sadly), you are in my prayers. Keep us posted.
Posted by Eruve Nandiriel (Member # 5677) on :
(((((newfoundlogic)))))
A friend of mine found out she had cancer in middle school, and they gave her less than a 50-50 chance of surviving. She made it through all the treatments and everything, and now she's just fine. She made it because she had determination, and she still does. She can keep up with everyone, and does things that you wouldn't think possible for someone with a prosthetic leg.
I think you have the determination to beat this cancer, and I'm rooting for you. Posted by Ela (Member # 1365) on :
All our best wishes for a speedy recovery, nfl.
How long will you be at Jackson and are you up to having visitors? Jackson is 15 minutes from our house.
Posted by TheHumanTarget (Member # 7129) on :
When I was 14 I was diagnosed with non-hodgkins Burketts lymphoma, a rare, usually fatal cancer. I had a tumor the size of a softball in one my abdominal lymph nodes, and because it took the various medical teams two months to diagnose me, it was very far along. The odds were against me from the beginning. My parents were essentially told that they should think about funeral plans because I has less than a 20% chance. All that tells me is that percentages don't mean anything. Do your best, try your hardest, and at the end of the day, I hope you're still with us.
Posted by The Pixiest (Member # 1863) on :
When I first met one of my best friends he told me he had terminal melanoma and would be dead within the year.
It's 6 years later and he's still alive with his family. He's coming up on his magic 5th Year of freedom from cancer.
He never gave up. He never stopped fighting. He tried experimental treatment after experimental treatment and he lived.
We'd hate to lose you, NFL. Do whatever it takes.
Pix
Posted by Stray (Member # 4056) on :
(((nfl)))
I'm so sorry to hear about this, but I'm glad to see you're revved up to fight the good fight. I'm keeping you in my thoughts.
Posted by Myr (Member # 5956) on :
Cancer is teh suck. Lots of hugs and well wishes. Keep your spirits up, though you seem to be doing a great job of that! We're proud of you Posted by dread pirate romany (Member # 6869) on :
I'm praying for your whole recovery, and for peace of mind for your whole family.
Posted by Destineer (Member # 821) on :
Good luck, man.
Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
No cards for you, nfl, I promise! (I feel the same way about flower arrangements.)(They give me the whim whams.)
Posted by saxon75 (Member # 4589) on :
Take care, nfl, and good luck.
Posted by Lost Ashes (Member # 6745) on :
(((NFL))
Posted by jexx (Member # 3450) on :
My grandma had 'non-treatable, non-operable' cancer three times. She prayed it treatable and operable three times. She is also a 'tough little sob'. *grin*
Prayer works.
I'm adding you to my prayers tonight.
Posted by JenniK (Member # 3939) on :
Kwea and I are thinking of you and your family and sending prayers and best wishes for a speedy recovery, happy thoughts for when you need them the most, and a really silly smiley face just on general principle. ( <- meet general principle!)
Posted by Choobak (Member # 7083) on :
I am so confused. i lament me for ridicul heart story and you...
I can't do nothing for you but i go burning you an incense stick of Protection for you. It's nothing but i hope it protect you.
My supporting is for you. Posted by Space Opera (Member # 6504) on :
I'll be thinking of you. (((nfl)))
space opera
Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
After two weeks I'm finally out of the hospital. I finished my first round of chemo on Monday, but vomitting kept me in awhile longer than I would have liked. I get to stay home as long as I don't get a fever so hurray for temperature below 100.8. So far I still have my hair.
Posted by Farmgirl (Member # 5567) on :
I have definately been wondering about you and praying for you. Thank you for letting us know the update.
Farmgirl
Posted by Morbo (Member # 5309) on :
I have been wondering about you, nfl. The other debaters here are just punters compared to you. When you feel better, I have refuted all your arguments in the robot soldier thread, and other threads. I jotted them down in the margins of a number theory textbook, if only I could find it...
Get better!!
Posted by twinky (Member # 693) on :
Not to rain on your parade, but my dad had radiation therapy very recently and didn't lose his hair until a little while after it was over. So you *may* find you lose some of it after a bit. Or you may not (not having lost it yet is, after all, a good sign, especially since you were having chemo and not radiotherapy). Hurrah for being home, though, that's very good.
Posted by quidscribis (Member # 5124) on :
It's good to hear from you, nfl. Sorry about the nausea - that sucks. Not surprising, but still.
I hope it all goes well for you.
Posted by Little_Doctor (Member # 6635) on :
I'm glad that your OK. Keep us updated. You'll be in my thoughts.
[ March 25, 2005, 10:27 PM: Message edited by: Little_Doctor ]
Posted by DocCoyote (Member # 5612) on :
NFL, I'm cheering for you from across the country.
Try to stay focused and positive, which I know is decidedly difficult when you can't stop throwing up. Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
You're in my thoughts.
Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
Keep up the strength and good attitude, buddy. We're pullin' for you over here. Posted by Beren One Hand (Member # 3403) on :
Glad to hear from ya man.
Do you have any free time at all? What do you do to occupy yourself?
Posted by beverly (Member # 6246) on :
Hang in there. I don't deal with nausea well. I hope coping with it gets better.
Posted by Shan (Member # 4550) on :
*gentle hugs and many thoughts of healing and wellness your way*
Posted by Derrell (Member # 6062) on :
(((nfl))) Best wishes for a full recovery. Cancer is beatable. My mom beat it and my grandma beat it twice.
Posted by dread pirate romany (Member # 6869) on :
Glad to hear round one is over. Remember we are all here upholding you!
Posted by Danzig (Member # 4704) on :
Good luck.
Posted by King of Men (Member # 6684) on :
Do you know if the first round has had any results? Is the tumour in retreat? Or do you have to wait for some tests to find this out?
At any rate, stand firm! You can win this.
Posted by Dagonee (Member # 5818) on :
I'm glad you're through the first round. Keep your courage up, and we'll keep praying for you.
Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
I'm not sure if there have been any good results from the chemo. The good news is that being home definitely helps as for the first time in forever I've gone a whole day with out puking.
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
*hug* Oh, hang in there.
My instinct to try to fix things goes all haywire in a thread like this when all I can do is sit here and HOPE with all my might, mind, and strength.
I'm still praying for you too. You're going to make it. Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
Yay for being home! Yay for stopping puking!
Hope things continue to improve. Posted by accio (Member # 3040) on :
Welcome home! ((nfl))
Posted by Morbo (Member # 5309) on :
I'm glad you're at home. Good luck, Shmuel, I'll pray for you. {{Shmuel}}
Posted by beatnix19 (Member # 5836) on :
Keep up the good fight NFL.
Posted by King of Men (Member # 6684) on :
Have some inspiring words :
quote:I have, myself, full confidence that if all do their duty, if nothing is neglected, and if the best arrangements are made, as they are being made, we shall prove ourselves once again able to defend our Island home, to ride out the storm of war, and to outlive the menace of tyranny, if necessary for years, if necessary alone.
(...)
Even though large tracts of Europe and many old and famous States have fallen or may fall into the grip of the Gestapo and all the odious apparatus of Nazi rule, we shall not fail nor flag. We shall go on to the end.
We shall fight in France; we shall fight on the seas and oceans; we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air; we shall defend our Island, whatever the cost may be. We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender. And even if - which I do not for a moment believe - this Island or a large part of it were subjugated and starving, our Empire beyond the seas, armed and guarded by the British Fleet, would carry on the struggle, until, in God's good time, the New World, with all its power and might, steps forth to the rescue and the liberation of the old."
Posted by Belle (Member # 2314) on :
I am so sorry that you are going through this. I wish I had encouragement to offer - but I've never been enything like it. Just know we're all here pulling for you and supporting in the best way we can.
*gentle hugs*
Posted by ssywak (Member # 807) on :
quote: I have extremely intensive chemotherapy and eventual surgery ahead, but I'm determined to rid this cancer from my body.
You go get 'em, NFL!
(((((Newfoundlogic)))))
--Steve
Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
Unfortunately, I'm back in the hospital because I got a fever. I'm not actually feeling any worse, but I can't risk infection. Hopefully I'll be back out in a couple of days.
Posted by Space Opera (Member # 6504) on :
Go away, fever! Hugs and healing vibes to you.
space opera
Posted by kaioshin00 (Member # 3740) on :
Anyone hear from nfl?
Posted by Corwin (Member # 5705) on :
Someone who knows him better than I could email him...
Posted by Telperion the Silver (Member # 6074) on :
Those are some good words KoM...
(((nfl)))
Posted by Sopwith (Member # 4640) on :
All of our love and support, NFL. Keep strong and remember when they ring the bell for the next round: come out fighting, champ!
Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
Well I've completed four rounds of chemotherapy now which included a total of eight multi-day hospial visits, but now the tough stuff is about to begin. Puking and 104 degree fevers were nothing because now the four tumors lodged in various places in my abdomen have gotta go. Because this is really major surgery I'm heading up to Ney York's Sloan Kettering Cancer Center where there's actually a guy who performs more than one of these surgeries on this type of cancer a year. Every other surgeon in world may have performed a couple in their lifetime. So the good news is that I'm going to be receiving the best treatment world has to offer and apparently how the surgery goes seems to make the difference in this kind of cancer. The bad news is that while chemotherapy has successfully caused the tumors to shrink dramatically and two of them can be removed fairly easily the other two pose significant problems. One tumor is in my pelvis and while it can be removed easily enough my bladder might come with it. Another tumor is lodged in my bile ducts and while I'm worried about losing an organs, it will be the most difficult for the surgeons to actually deal with.
So in three days I leave for New York and another six after that I'll have the surgery. Then there's recovery and possibly a follow up surgery depending on whether or not they can get everything the first time around. When all of this is done there'll be more chemotherapy and then possibly radiation and/or stem cell transplant. I've gotten through a large part of the treatment, but there's still a long way to go.
Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
*prayers* I'm glad you're getting first-rate treatment. I will continue to pray that this goes well for you.
Posted by Noemon (Member # 1115) on :
I'll second what ketchupqueen said about getting the best treatment possible, nfl. Good luck man. You know everyone here will be thinking of you, for what that's worth.
Posted by Beren One Hand (Member # 3403) on :
We are all pulling for you NFL. You will annihilate your cancer as surely as we will destroy the Sith and XT in uni6. Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
That post had me wiping away tears. God Bless you and your courageous self. You are in my prayers. (((NFL)))
Posted by mimsies (Member # 7418) on :
Hang in there. I'm rooting for you. Thanks for the updates.
Posted by newfoundlogic (Member # 3907) on :
By the way, the reason why I haven't provided more frequent updates is that it was basically the same thing over and over again. Seventy-two hours of chemo, followed by four days at home, followed by four to seven days of neutropenic fever, followed by about week at home, followed by more chemotherapy. All of this with lots puking in between. Throw in some transfusions, x-rays, and CT scans (which is a most unpleasant experience when trying to swallow a liter of horrid tasting contrast fluid on a nauseated stomach) and there you have what I've been doing the past couple of months.
Posted by Desdemona (Member # 7100) on :
*big hug*
I'm speechless.
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
Prayers and good vibes headed your way.
Were you able to find out your mom's Hebrew name?
Posted by Storm Saxon (Member # 3101) on :
Please be well, my friend. I sincerely hope that everything is as quick and pain-free as possible and that you are back to your regular self in short order.
Posted by jexx (Member # 3450) on :
Thinking of you, nfl. *hugs and prayers*
Posted by romanylass (Member # 6306) on :
I am so glad you're getting the best medicine will offer. And you have a great attitued. Keeping prayers coming.
Posted by Little_Doctor (Member # 6635) on :
Good luck! I hope everything goes perfectly.
Posted by Tatiana (Member # 6776) on :
<prayers for nfl>
We are with you, nfl, you have all our support and well-wishes.
Posted by Papa Moose (Member # 1992) on :
Hang in there, coach. Lotsa folk pullin' for you (myself included).
Posted by beverly (Member # 6246) on :
May the surgery go well! I'm sorry the past few months have been so awful. I hope you can look forward to leaving that behind.
Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
Hang in there. I know you don't like cards, but please let us know if you need any other help. This is hard to share on a public forum, but when I was sick, in the darkest moments, I could feel people thinking about me, praying for me, and loving me. Whatever you want to call them, whether prayers, healing vibes, or good thoughts, they help.
Posted by Dagonee (Member # 5818) on :
Our prayers our with you, nfl.
Posted by Eaquae Legit (Member # 3063) on :
(((nfl)))
Posted by Shan (Member # 4550) on :
(((nfl))) God with you - prayers away.
Posted by quidscribis (Member # 5124) on :
((((nfl)))), that surgery sounds so horrible, as does the puking and fevers and all that. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. Let us know if there's anything you need. Books? Chocolates? Candies? Bollywood movies (pirated, of course!) Anything we can send you to help keep you occupied or your mind not on things tumour-related? Just say the word. . .
Posted by Derrell (Member # 6062) on :
(((nfl))) I hope all goes well.
Posted by mackillian (Member # 586) on :
Beat the ever-living crap out of that cancer, man.
Posted by Lupus (Member # 6516) on :
I'll be praying for you. I hope everything goes well.
Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
nfl, you're always in my prayers. I'm so sorry you have to suffer, but I'm glad that you're responded to treatment and I'm thrilled you're heading to Sloan-Kettering. I know many people who have been cured there.
Posted by alluvion (Member # 7462) on :
NFL, here's a thought for you.
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*pulls out magic wand*
Tumors Begone!
*waves wand back and forth with a swish and swoosh*
*inspects NFL's face for a smile - none readily detectable*
ok, then.
*pulls each and every one of NFL's tumors aside and gives each one a decidely caustic scolding*
To tumor #1, "Just what do you think you're getting on about here?"
Tumor #1, "Just following orders, sir. Them's that said it, said, 'GROW!', so I growed!"
"Just growing sir!" said Tumor #12.
"Same here!" quoted the rest of the tumors right on down the line.
*pause*
"Well, with all yer growing and heaving here and thereabout's in NFL's system, you do realize you've put the good body in a sorta state of crisis, you know?", said the Doc.
tumor #45, "We did?"
The Doc nods.
"Yes."
Tumor #119, "Whaaa?!"
*tumor #82 stops biting into NFL's bloodstream, for a moment*
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For fun. Keep those tumors harmless, nfl.
Posted by beverly (Member # 6246) on :
alluvion made me grin. That is all.
Posted by Morbo (Member # 5309) on :
newfoundlogic, thanks for the update on your condition. I have been wondering how your treatment was going. Good luck and prayers for your surgery!
Posted by ElJay (Member # 6358) on :
Good luck and strength to you, nfl.
Posted by Farmgirl (Member # 5567) on :
I'm praying for you. Yes, Sloan-Kettering is the one of the finest facilities in the U.s. -- you are going to get the very best treatment -- which means your odds are very good.
Please keep us informed as you can, because we care about you. And also because this is good for all of us -- making us realize how important our time is, and making us reflect on the essentials of life.
FG
Posted by Tammy (Member # 4119) on :
Oh dear! I missed this thread completely.
((((((((newfoundlogic))))))))
Posted by Jim-Me (Member # 6426) on :
Toss my prayers and support ing the basket, too...
Posted by Teshi (Member # 5024) on :
*the best thoughts*
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Posted by Dragon (Member # 3670) on :
((((((((newfoundlogic))))))))
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My prayers will be with you.
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