Friday, April 13, 2012
Final word: no lung or leg clots!
I just heard from my oncologist, who relayed the radiologist's final findings: no blood clots or embolisms in legs or lungs. Good news!
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One man's attempt to make sense of a senseless thing (Metastatic Urothelial Carcinoma/TCC). With hilarious anecdotes.
Who is this guy, anyhow?
In early June, 2010 I was told that I have a high-grade Urothelial Carcinoma (bladder cancer), also known as Transitional Cell Carcinoma or TCC. This sucks, as you can imagine. This is my attempt to capture, record and share my ongoing experiences and thoughts during this time.
More about me, for those who are keeping score: I'm in my mid-40's, caucasian, urban, don't smoke (bladder cancer is even more common among smokers than lung cancer, oddly). I teach, go to grad school, and I have worked as a copywriter, journalist and art director in the past. I'm also a musician when the stars align properly.
More about me, for those who are keeping score: I'm in my mid-40's, caucasian, urban, don't smoke (bladder cancer is even more common among smokers than lung cancer, oddly). I teach, go to grad school, and I have worked as a copywriter, journalist and art director in the past. I'm also a musician when the stars align properly.
On 7/28/11 I learned that I am now classified as having Stage 4 Metastatic Urothelial Carcinoma, with evidence of the disease having spread to the lymph system and to my lungs. This means that the cancer is classified as "incurable" and being in remission or becoming cancer-free is not expected, and would border on the miraculous. Chemo is my friend now, and it will keep the disease as subdued as possible.
When given lemons, one makes lemonade.
[Edit: Michael passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2012.
- Kevin]
- Kevin]
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7 comments:
That is good news, however a lung specialist might be next to explain and ameliorate the shortness of breath. Thank goodness for the oxygen.
Whew! Glad to hear that!
Very good news.
Hooray for some good news!
I think you should wear compression stockings anyway, just for their fashion value.
Michael, I heard about this as soon as I returned from the UK. Is there anything I can do to help? Again happy to offer Reiki and I will come to you.
Be well, think good thoughts and may the Deity of your Choice watch over you.
Excellent news! I really hope someone told you to do leg lifts and isometric exercises. More info:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/deep-vein-thrombosis/DS01005/DSECTION=prevention
Much love'
Wendy
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