Unfortunately my mother just got back from the doctors office and they told her they think she has lymphoma cancer. She's taking it really hard because her sister had breast cancer a few years ago and her father died of brain cancer, so there is a history in my family. Only reason they found this was because she gets tested once a year for breast cancer since her sister was diagnosed.To make matters worse they are not doing a biopsy until Feb 9th to confirm their speculation. I think it's outrageous they are making her wait this long, and the only reason is because she takes natural herbs for her feet and stomach issues. I understand they want them out of her system for a more accurate test, at least that’s the only reason we can come up with, but there has to be another way. Lymphoma is a VERY progressive cancer, and waiting any longer, in my opinion, is crazy.My oldest sister is going to call the doctors office and see if there’s anything more than can do to help speed the process up, though not holding my breath. Plus my mother is not taking the news well at all, she just got done crying hysterically. We got her to calm down but she just not thinking clearly, but than again who would.Anyways thanks for taking the time to read my ramble. And I know to just breath and remain positive until the test results come back, its just very shocking news for the whole family. If I could ask for your prayers or positive energies during this time, I’d be grateful.
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My Mother
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Sorry to hear this. I've been through this and it's a very hard. I hope things work out.
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Ive had several family members, along with friends that have had cancer. I understand how worrysome this may be. The important thing for you to do is stay positive and do not show weakness to your mother. I believe strongly in the power of the mind, and if you keep her positive, there is a better chance that she will be ok
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you must be devasted too, i know i was when i found out my mum had breast cancer, made worse by the fact that you have to wait...........tho i can understand, sometimes herbal remedies take longer to get out of your system, depending on what they are...........But I feel it would be even worse to have the test, go through the stress of it and waiting for the results, for them to either come back with a false all clear, or false positive, because they hadn't waited.Is there nothing your mum could take to flush the stuff out of her system faster?No point saying try not to worry, i know what was happening with mum was in the back of my mind constantly, but try and take a breath, you don't know anything for definite yet, there is always hope that its something a lot less serious.big big hugs
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Sorry to hear it Eddie....don't really know what to say, but I am a good listener if you need to talk or just feel like a good rant.Best wishes to your mom and you.
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Hun..I don't know what to say except my thoughts are with you and your family.I know just how she is feeling, the waiting is just awful. I know in England you can pay to go private and therefore be seen earlier but am not sure how it works over there, I know you have to have medical insurance. Sorry am so useless with words in these situations but please keep positive and keep us informed and we are all here for you.xx
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That is rough. I don't know much about the test or flushing herbal stuff, but this is a case where I would definitely seek a second opinion. If your mom's insurance covers it, I'd trek over to the Cleveland Clinic for a consultation. Good luck...if it is what they think it is, I hope it responds well to treatment.
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Thanks everyone for your kinds words.. it's going to be a rough time, if not stressful time until she has the biopsy and we know for sure.And Steve, I have already mentioned to her about getting a second opinion and even told her to check out Cleveland Clinic, but I think she just has so much going through her head right now. I know she called her Doctor and to ask more questions so hopefully that will sort more of this issue out.
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Gosh Eddie.......I can imagine just how horrible this is for you and your family…I lost both of my Aunts on my mothers’ side to cancer....They have a lot of new aggressive things that can be done... Make sure she is seeing a good oncologist. You have my number if you need to talk…Love ya buddy!
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I also am very sorry to hear this, Eddy. My prayers are with you. You and your mother are going to have a lot of different emotions and feelings - all are OK.
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Any news yet hun?xx
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biopsy is tommorrow (thursday) Jess, kinda got everything crossed till then.
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As Angel said the biopsy is tomorrow (Thursday) so won't know anything until than. The biopsy was almost cancelled yesterday because my mother was just (end of last week) diagnosed with sleep Apnia (SP) and during the sleep study found out she stopped breathing 2 times a minute. Which I guess is acceptable enough to go ahead with the biopsy, thank god.So until then, we are just keeping positive.And thanks for asking hun, means a lot.
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Well let us know how that goes, hopefully all goes well
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Everything is crossed hun and I hope it all goes ok. Thinking of you all 2mrw xx
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All right! So my mother just got out of surgery and my sister called me and told me the surgeon said he's been doing this for over 20 years and the lump doesn't look suspicious to him but he's going to run test, of course, just to be on the safe side.
So all positive news so far! It's like a weight has been lifted already.
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That is good news Eddie, But I'm still keeping everything crossed....Just let me know asap coz I have to pee...
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Excellent!
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Fanbloodytastic matey am so pleased. Big hugs all round me thinks xxx
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awesome i hope its ok and the tests come back negative. Everyone please pray for my dad, hes goin in for surgery tomorrow. 90% blockage in his left artery, i hope all goes well, im nervous