Still waiting for a date Anthony, I don't think it will be long now. I will let you know how it goes.

All the best for your check today, it will be good to be on the 6 monthlies i imagine.

Les

 

Hey I hope everyone is keeping well ive not really read this in a few weeks been a bit busy everyone with appointments good luck and everyone else i hope your all well

 

I went for my checkup yesterday afternoon. They have found another lump under my arm. This is where I have already had 3 lymph nodes removed, one had melanoma in it.
With this lump been where it is they have to do further tests. They found a lump back in January of which they took a biopsy and it came back clear. So, they have to investigate it. The test will either be a CT scan or biopsy which isn`t pleasant as I`ve posted before.
The specialist also mentioned the removal of all the nodes from that area, this has been mentioned several times.
So the tests may come back clear, but they said that there is no conclusive evidence that the entire removal will stop the cancer from growing back. Clinical trials have not yet proved this.
So, after these tests, I shall be in a dilemma of whether to have the surgery to do this or go through the ordeal of them finding a lump and going through these tests every few months. A tough decision. I shall let you know how I get on.

Regards

Ant

 

Fingers crossed, Ant.

 

I am sorry you have all this to go through again Anthony, I very much hope of course that it is clear. Maybe it might be best to follow the specialist's advice and remove the nodes. One operation to remove the problem sounds better than having to go through the tests etc all the time and worrying about it of course.

I'll be thinking of you too of course.

Les

 

Sorry to hear that Anthony im not exactly having a brilliant week myself but mine is a bit better than yours i found out i have PCOS

thinking of everyone

Stephb x

 

Sorry to hear that Steph

I have spoken to my consultant today and she has requested that I have a biopsy (needle test).
She did say that out of the lypmh nodes that were removed, only one had a slight trace in it. So they have to investigate.
Also was mentioned about me having the entire area of nodes removed.
So the appointment will be arranged very shortly for the test & then a review. I shall have to prepare some questions as well, I know that it will incur a 7-10 day stay in hospital. Another lengthy scar, time off work etc.

I don`t know what it will bring, but I will keep you all updated.
Whatever happens, I always carry a smile on my face.
Thinking of you all,

Ant

I shall win this battle. Nothing beats me

 

With the style of tumour I had, when it is removed the associated lymph nodes are removed with it. That is no guarantee of course as we all know but it helps.

I hope that they take the best action for you Anthony and yes I can tell that you are a battler like a close friend of mine and that you won't let it beat you.

My very best wishes

Les

 

How is everybody?
Today is the day of the biopsy. Not a pleasant experience in the least. But I shall carry a smile on my face none the least. I suppose we all go through these feelings in one way or another.
Sometimes I think, "Why Me?" But after seeing many others, I have been very lucky.
Anyway, I shall keep you all updated with my results etc. When those needles go in, one of the thoughts I will have is how lucky I have been. Circumstances could have been alot worse.
Take care each & all.
xx
Ant

 

Along with the wishes of myself and many others on here Ant ....

Good luck to you

 

Good Luck - hope it goes as well as can be expected

 

Thanks
Also received my follow up with the oncologist today. I have to wait 3 weeks for my results

Regards

Ant

 

Best wishes from me too Anthony. I know you will keep smiling.

Les

 

Have you got your date through yet Leslie?

 

Good luck Anth
I got to know, just before my hols, my 6 year old nephew has been diagnosed with Leukaemia and my Mum has to go in next week to have a lump removed from her breast.

 

Doing a 10k for Cancer Research - response has been amazing.

Cancer Research UK 10k - Matt's 10k Running Page

Reading this thread makes it seem even more worthwhile.

 

Good luck with the run Matt .

 

WOW! Thanks!!

I WILL beat 50 mins - I hope!

 

Still waiting Anthony-hope they haven't forgotten me, sooner the better I reckon.

You are a star Matteeboy, good luck.

Les

 

Sorry to hear about that Lesley, hope it all sorts out alright.

Les

 

Good Luck from me too.

 

Sorry to hear this Lesley, give them both a big hug from me. Hearing this, shows just how lucky I have been.
Yesterday I asked when I would get my results, I have to ring up next week. So fingers crossed.
The radioligist, said that there was no change in the lymph nodes from my last scan. The biopsy was optional, which I had anyway. As I am sure my oncologist would have requested at a later date I presume. So it saved me a commute to Leeds. At least it was over & done with yesterday.
Didn`t even have a local, straight in. Naymind I had to keep my composure as there was 4 female doctors in the room
Take Care

Ant

 

I hope everything is ok anthony

and i hope everyone else is keeping well too chin up yeah

Stephb
xx

 

Glad to hear about the lymph nodes Anthony, and fingers crossed for you with the results of course.

I have given up worrying about nurses and female doctors now-I just hope i get the better looking ones

Les

 

Well. my Mum had her lumpectomy on Thursday last week. She was home on Friday Fingers crossed for her results in two weeks
My nephew is going through the mill, poor little mite. Back in hospital and had to have a blood transfusion.

Hope all is well with everyone else. Les and Anth, how are things with you two

 

My thoughts go out to you all.

I hope all goes well for your Mam, just been through the same with mine, she had a mastectomy (sp) a couple of months ago. Due to go back for a check up this month, I only keep my fingers crossed for her and hope she can beat it.

I support all of you too, keep strong.

 

What an attitude..!! Fantastic.

That's the way, don't let this thing grind you down..!!
Tremendous attitude Ant.

 

Fingers and toes crossed. It's a **** thing to happen to anyone and the ones it affects are so brave it amazes me. My Mum is so positive, its unreal.

 

Thanks for the good wishes Lesley, I have a provisional date for 3 Oct. Not looking forward to the test but it will be a relief to get it over hopefully with a good result.

My best wishes for your Mum and your nephew, he is having a rough time of it just now.

Les

 

Amazing seeing 700 runners yesterday all with their own reasons for running 10k for Cancer Research.
Many thousands were raised and most had a "running for..." message on their backs with some pretty heart wrenching messages.

The start of the race was pretty emotional - I ran for my Aunt who died of lung cancer two years ago. Just over £200 raised for the best cause there is (IMO).