Eliza, how are you and your husband doing? We are all thinking about you both and hope that you keep in touch while going through this tough time. Let us try to help get you. I'm sure there are some knowledgeable people here that can get you through this.
ditto that. You may not have time to be thinking about cakes right now but we're here for you whenever you need us.
Thanks. mjs4492, I agree it is easier to tell you what is going on than family or friends.
It have been one long week for us. All the tests that have been done and waiting for the results.
The bone marrow biopsy was done on Tuesday and the results were ready on Friday, so we saw the oncologist on Friday.
The first biospy they did show it is Hodgkins lymphoma(or disease). It is cancer of the lymphatic system. But they want to make sure it is Hodgkins because my DH is in the wrong age group for Hodgkins. (The age group is between 18 and 30 and over 55, he is 41).
Further tests show it is Hodkins. As we understand it, his has started in the lymp nodes between his lungs and heart. That was what they first saw on his lung. It presses against the lung and that is why he choughs. It have spread to the lymp nodes in his neck. The bone marrow is clean.
He will start his chemo on Friday. It will be every 2 weeks for six to eight months and then radiation therapy if there is still cancer.
The oncologist says Hodgkins is one of the most treatable forms of cancer. His success rate is 80%. All we can do is hope, pray and believe.
It is very hard for our kids (2 DDs 9 and 7 years). The oldest one is very close to her daddy. I told her teachers and they will keep an eye on her for me. Our school's year end exams starts tomorrow and they said it is not necessary for her to write the exams, but we want her to try, just to keep thing as normal for them as possible.
Sorry it is so long.
Eliza,
I just wanted to let you know that we are all sending many thoughts and prayers out to you and your family. I am glad the Dr's are keeping you informed and that there is a larger measure for a cure than not. I'm also happy to hear that the teachers are understanding as well as willing to keep an eye on your precious ones. For the children this is, as you know, a scary and unsettling situation. You have our support now and for as long as you will need it. We appreciate the update and are wishing the best for your Dear Husband. Hugs to you all.
Gloria I
Eliza,
Thank goodness the odds are way in your favor. I am so sorry for the rough road you all have ahead of you with the illness and treatments but don't let it get you down. Keep focusing on the fact that this is the most treatable kind of cancer and keep that chin up! You've got plenty of love and support here . . . if you're having a bad day, come talk to us and get it all out. That will help, I'm sure.
I'll keep praying!
Take care,
Carol
Eliza, I have both you and your family in my prayers. I know exactly what your family is going through, as my grandpa just went through chemo for this same exact cancer. He was well into his eighties when he was diagnosed, went through chemo, and came out clean! He also has a full head of hair again (more so then both of his sons) Times are tough now I know, but you have everyone here at cc praying for you and your family, please keep us informed whenever you can.
Thanks for the update!! Sounds like "they" caught it in time; I hope so. I think it's the "C" word that causes so much anxiety. I sure wish you and your husband the best with the chemo and I am truely thinking of you both! I believe you need to have some sort of positive outlook, hard as it will be, if only so that your husband will see it. I don't mean to sound like it's party-time at all! I just know that he will be watching and thinking a lot. Please let us all know how it's going when you have time!
Eliza - although it is still cancer and it will definitely have a large impact on your day to day life, I am so relieved to hear that the success rate is very high. Lean on those that you can to help you get through this.
You and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa
Eliza, you and ur family are in my prayers daily.
thank goodness they seem to have caught it in time and that the sucess rate is so high! I also think its better to let ur LO's go on with their daily routine, it will also give them a stable reference point during this stressfull time
Thanks for letting us know, and KUP.
im very sorry to hear what u and your family have been going through.. i will keep u all in my prayers
i would like u to know that i have had 4 people that have been in my life that have been treated and free of this type of cancer... i no its not help but i hope it brings u a tiny bit of encouragement
Eliza, your hubby & you & children will be in my family's prayers.
Blessings. ~Cheryl
Thank you all for your kind words.
He had some side-effects from the first chemo, (nausea, sores in his mouth and throat and things taste and smelled diffrent) but it is all beter now. He received his first chemo on the 10th (Friday) and slept the most of the Sunday and Monday after that.
Last Thuesday we went to a dietitian(sp?) and she gave him a list of food to avoid and what to eat. She also gave him some vitamin supplements. She told him to drink some antioxidants a few days before, during and after chemo.
Friday it will be chemo number 2.
keeping you in my prayers. please take care of yourself as well.
Still sending many blessings for you, your kids & especially your hubby~ I hope ya'll have a Merry Christmas. Hang in there~
You, your husband, and your children will be in my prayers. Remember that faith and love are two of the best medicines around. Please take care of yourself as you take care of your family, and I wish you all a new year filled with happiness and good news.
Eliza,
Just reading this post and my heart goes out to you and your family. I am sure you are going through a terrible time right now, just know that we are here for you and thinking of you. My dad is fighting cancer right now, just take it one day at a time. You are in my thoughts and prayers, big hugs to you all.
SueW
Just an update.
My DH went for a scan after his third chemotherapy (27 December) and things look good so far. The oncologist is very happy with the results. The scan shows the tumor has shrink a lot. (Almost with a half). He can't feel the tumors in my DHs neck and under his armpit anymore!
(He must go for a full body scan after the 8th session of chemo, it will be at the end of January)
He is feeling rather well these days. Just the chemotherapy that is getting him. But 3 to 4 days after he received it he is starting to feel better.
Thanks for all your kind words.
Eliza
I was thinking really hard about you and your family the other day - but CC was having a bit of trouble and I couldn't get into the forums, etc.
The newer chemo's are really rough on patient's. But I think the doctors are wanting to get more aggressive with cancers, especially younger adults, like your husband.
I wish you strength and your husband good wishes and both of you hang in there!!!
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