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Post by wing_nut on Mar 31, 2018 17:22:26 GMT -5
While I am not a member of a forums that span the internet or countless FB groups, I’ve noticed there are personal thing spoken about here that I just done see anywhere else. At least the places I go. I didn’t; know if I was sagging to say anything or not but I started to think about some of the online friendships I’ve made. Some carried over to here and many started here.
I have been diagnosed with an Adenocarcinoma at the point where the esophagus and stomach meet. I am still in the testing stage to see how big, how far advanced etc. This has been confirmed by a biopsy. The 1st CT scan shows that it is all contained. Great news. And I am going for a PET scan next week that, needless to say, hopefully will confirm that the initial great news s in fact, great news.
I am in good spirits… no not really… That’s a lie. GREAT spirits. Whatever it is, it is whatever it is and I will deal with it as it comes.
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Post by Leon on Mar 31, 2018 19:21:14 GMT -5
Sorry to hear the bad news Mark! Hopefully it's treatable and keep up the GREAT spirits my friend.  |
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Post by joelsmith on Mar 31, 2018 19:34:03 GMT -5
Hang tough Mark! We will be praying for you!
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Post by panzerjager2 on Mar 31, 2018 19:52:40 GMT -5
Here's wishing you good thoughts, and dare I say prayers
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Post by moramarth on Mar 31, 2018 21:45:24 GMT -5
Sorry to hear the unfortunate news, I hope the prognosis continues to be a good one. I admire your spirit; it is important. Much as I dislike quoting a certain undersized and overrated Corsican, Napoleon did have a point when he said "The moral(e) is to the physical as three is to one". Internet friendships can be as real as any other sort, you will be in our thoughts (and for those so inclined, prayers).
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Post by TRM on Mar 31, 2018 22:16:49 GMT -5
Shocking news Marc! I am certainly wishing you all the best on the confirmation regarding the containment. One can only admire you upbeat and positive focus towards all of this. Stay strong brotha...we are here for you!
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Post by dierk on Apr 1, 2018 4:16:54 GMT -5
Really sorry to hear it Marc.
Keeping my fingers crossed for you!
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Post by johnt on Apr 1, 2018 12:25:56 GMT -5
I hope the next scan is a good one, all the best mate and take care.
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Post by Tojo72 on Apr 1, 2018 13:22:55 GMT -5
Wow Marc,tough news to hear,heres hoping that things turn out for the best.Hang tough,will be thinking about you.
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Post by wing_nut on Apr 1, 2018 14:24:51 GMT -5
Thanks for all the positive thoughts and support fellas.
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Post by k1w1 on Apr 2, 2018 7:05:52 GMT -5
Best wishes.
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Post by wbill76 on Apr 4, 2018 6:28:15 GMT -5
Hang in there Marc! Wishing you all the best in hopes that the results go your way my friend!
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Post by adt70hk on Apr 4, 2018 8:11:05 GMT -5
Sorry to hear the bad news. Hope the scans prove to be good news.
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Post by reserve on Apr 4, 2018 10:15:59 GMT -5
Bad news indeed but no metastisis, that's gold. We'll be pulling for ya brother
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Post by 406 Silverado on Apr 4, 2018 10:39:58 GMT -5
Sorry to hear Marc. Stay strong and positive my friend. Always remember you have friends here to support you.
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Post by dennis on Apr 4, 2018 11:24:57 GMT -5
Hello Mark, I hope the scan shows brings good news mate. I was once told that if you keep your chin up you will see sunshine at some stage. Keep strong mate!
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Post by wing_nut on Apr 4, 2018 14:05:15 GMT -5
Thanks for all the well wishes my friends.
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Post by wing_nut on Apr 12, 2018 14:30:06 GMT -5
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Post by Leon on Apr 12, 2018 15:04:20 GMT -5
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Post by Tojo72 on Apr 12, 2018 16:42:46 GMT -5
Good news Marc !!!!
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Post by Tojo72 on Apr 12, 2018 17:07:25 GMT -5
Hey Mark,leaving our Garden State next month,got a place in Asheville area,North Carolina,I retired and you know about our taxes here,it was good meeting you,and again I hope your health problems are behind you.
Cheers
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Post by joelsmith on Apr 12, 2018 17:12:35 GMT -5
Congrats Marc!! Keep up the good work!
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Post by adt70hk on Apr 13, 2018 0:48:04 GMT -5
Glad to hear the results are looking positive.
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Post by wing_nut on Apr 13, 2018 9:31:30 GMT -5
Hey Mark,leaving our Garden State next month,got a place in Asheville area,North Carolina,I retired and you know about our taxes here,it was good meeting you,and again I hope your health problems are behind you. Cheers yeah I remember you're leaving NJ... smart move  ... didn't remember where though. My mom is in Terrell, about 1h40m east on I40 to the NW side of Lake Norman. I am on the 5 year "F" NJ plan. |
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Post by wing_nut on Apr 13, 2018 9:32:14 GMT -5
Thanks a heap guys.
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Post by reserve on Apr 13, 2018 19:14:03 GMT -5
A day late but I just cracked a jug of my favorite dago red here's to ya brother excellent news. You probably already know this but I gotta say it...If they want to surgically remove it, don't fart around, have it done and get rid of the dammn thing.
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Post by wing_nut on Apr 13, 2018 20:06:02 GMT -5
Thanks Mark. I had a couple martinis to enjoy the news to the fullest. There will be surgery to the the little “f”er outta me |
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Post by dierk on Apr 14, 2018 3:57:32 GMT -5
Good news, Marc! I can't imagine how relieved you must be (and probably quite hung over, by now ) |
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Post by moramarth on Apr 14, 2018 12:30:44 GMT -5
That's great news! Celebration in moderation is certainly in order...
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Post by fhvn4d on Apr 15, 2018 5:52:30 GMT -5
Glad to hear T3NO!!!!!! Just brought my mom (who just turned 70) in for results of her PET. 1.3CM something that lit up like rudolphs nose on the PET. She doesnt want to bother with a biopsy, co-existing medical issues. We do the SBCT??? the 19th and plan is for 5 radiation treatments after that, which they say will have little if any side effects as long as they dont burn the skin trying to hit the "tumor". Heres to both of you, for a full recovery!!!!!!
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