sue943
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Oh Deb, I am so sorry that you have more health worries than previously, life just isn't fair sometimes. Be strong, you WILL get through it.
Take care.
Take care.
How do you handle it?
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Deb,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Positive thoughts and trust in the Lord will give you peace and perseverance until this too is resolved.
On the matter of doctor visits, my wife is also my best friend and confidant. She is always there for my visits when I ask her to be there and I am likewise there for her when asked. Lately, for the difficult visits I had scheduled, there was a sense of comfort when we entered this thing as a "team". When she had her surgery on Monday, we handled it all together.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Positive thoughts and trust in the Lord will give you peace and perseverance until this too is resolved.
On the matter of doctor visits, my wife is also my best friend and confidant. She is always there for my visits when I ask her to be there and I am likewise there for her when asked. Lately, for the difficult visits I had scheduled, there was a sense of comfort when we entered this thing as a "team". When she had her surgery on Monday, we handled it all together.
Debrinha GT
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A positive attitude
A positive attitude
Your thoughts, prayers and good vibes are extremmely important and I really appreciate all the words of encouragement too. I usually manage to get a good sleep at night and I`ve been getting through the day as best as I can. I haven`t stopped doing my usual things but I have slowed down a bit. I don`t look ill and the only things I`m having is an annoying tickly feeling in my chest followed by this dry cough which`s not violent though and doesn`t come while I`m asleep. I can only lie down on my right side and especially if I try to lie on my back, I feel very uncomfortable and my chest starts wheezing.I`m not bringing up anything and the little times that I do, it`s clear. The thing is though that it`s difficult to know what`s what since I`ve also got the heart issue which also needs to be dealt with and I have been having the usual symptoms. Apparently, the wheezing also starts if I do something that makes me have to breathe faster. I`m waiting on word about this pet scan I`ve got to go for as that is what will give the doctors more information on what we`re up against. Although I`m not contemplating whatever the treatment will be, I want to get it done so that things start moving in the right direction. My mum`s a very positive person and is coming over, not because she thinks I`m out of the game, but because she wants to be here to help me get through it, and she`s bringing Bruna for the very same reason. My husband`s finding it hard to cope with so he too needs a bit of support just now. He`s been quite good with the practical issues though and has offered me the support he can. Yesterday I went to my pal`s house who`s also a Brazilian and we had a really nice chat. I do have my down moments of course, but the last thing I want to do is to let myself get dragged into the quicksand. Thank you so much for your support! I know I can make it!! I have faith in God and Nossa Senhora Aparecida, the Brazilian saint who has always seen me through.
A positive attitude
Your thoughts, prayers and good vibes are extremmely important and I really appreciate all the words of encouragement too. I usually manage to get a good sleep at night and I`ve been getting through the day as best as I can. I haven`t stopped doing my usual things but I have slowed down a bit. I don`t look ill and the only things I`m having is an annoying tickly feeling in my chest followed by this dry cough which`s not violent though and doesn`t come while I`m asleep. I can only lie down on my right side and especially if I try to lie on my back, I feel very uncomfortable and my chest starts wheezing.I`m not bringing up anything and the little times that I do, it`s clear. The thing is though that it`s difficult to know what`s what since I`ve also got the heart issue which also needs to be dealt with and I have been having the usual symptoms. Apparently, the wheezing also starts if I do something that makes me have to breathe faster. I`m waiting on word about this pet scan I`ve got to go for as that is what will give the doctors more information on what we`re up against. Although I`m not contemplating whatever the treatment will be, I want to get it done so that things start moving in the right direction. My mum`s a very positive person and is coming over, not because she thinks I`m out of the game, but because she wants to be here to help me get through it, and she`s bringing Bruna for the very same reason. My husband`s finding it hard to cope with so he too needs a bit of support just now. He`s been quite good with the practical issues though and has offered me the support he can. Yesterday I went to my pal`s house who`s also a Brazilian and we had a really nice chat. I do have my down moments of course, but the last thing I want to do is to let myself get dragged into the quicksand. Thank you so much for your support! I know I can make it!! I have faith in God and Nossa Senhora Aparecida, the Brazilian saint who has always seen me through.
aussigal
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Oh Debora....I am so sorry to hear this news...I know you are such a happy positive person, dont let this change you, you are strong and will beat this little monster...I am glad that your Mum and Bruna are coming over to stay for a while I'm sure they will bring great comfort and joy....
I continue to keep you in my prayers and thoughts....
take care my friend.
God Bless
love and hugs
Ton, Ned and the boys.
I continue to keep you in my prayers and thoughts....
take care my friend.
God Bless
love and hugs
Ton, Ned and the boys.
M
Mary
Deborah,
I'm late to reading your threads, but you are in my prayers, and will be, until all your health issues are resolved for the better.
I'm late to reading your threads, but you are in my prayers, and will be, until all your health issues are resolved for the better.
S
Susan BAV
Hi Debora - I'm really sorry to read about this and I hope all will go well with your treatment. Best wishes.
Nancy
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Debora-
I just read your post and I am so sorry to hear the latest hurdle ahead of you. It's just not fair, not fair at all.
You will be in my prayers.
I just read your post and I am so sorry to hear the latest hurdle ahead of you. It's just not fair, not fair at all.
You will be in my prayers.
kfay
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Debora, I'm so very sorry to hear your latest news. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep your chin up, enjoy your mom and daughter, then do what you have to do to get better.
Kim
Kim
Debora, keep a positive attitude and keep thinking about all you have left to do in your new life!
Debrinha GT
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The next step
The next step
Hello again and thanks for your posts. I`ve been reading them all and it`s been of great help. I`ll be going for the pet scan this Friday and the result should take a few days. Then I`ll get a doctor`s appointment to discuss a treatment plan. This test will scan every part of my body so that they can get the right information about this thing. I have managed to remain positive for most of the time, but I must admit that there are moments that I can`t help wondering what this is all about. Two major life-threatening situations to deal with is far too much and I worry that now they may be interfering with each other. I need my lungs and body healthy to go for this heart operation, but at the same time, I also need my heart in good shape for my treatment, whatever it may be. What a mess!
Anyway, I`ll keep you all updated as I find out more.
Debora
The next step
Hello again and thanks for your posts. I`ve been reading them all and it`s been of great help. I`ll be going for the pet scan this Friday and the result should take a few days. Then I`ll get a doctor`s appointment to discuss a treatment plan. This test will scan every part of my body so that they can get the right information about this thing. I have managed to remain positive for most of the time, but I must admit that there are moments that I can`t help wondering what this is all about. Two major life-threatening situations to deal with is far too much and I worry that now they may be interfering with each other. I need my lungs and body healthy to go for this heart operation, but at the same time, I also need my heart in good shape for my treatment, whatever it may be. What a mess!
Anyway, I`ll keep you all updated as I find out more.
Debora
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Curtsmum
Deborah, so sorry to read your news, sending hugs and prayers be strong. Hope everything turns out good, best wishes.
G
geebee
Praying for you that they find a treatment that will blast this into space. Try to keep things positive.
Positive Thoughts
Positive Thoughts
Hi Deb
Just want to send love and positive thoughts,
hugs
Jan
Positive Thoughts
Hi Deb
Just want to send love and positive thoughts,
hugs
Jan
{{{{{Debora}}}}} BIG cyber-hugs to you my friend!
I have not been on the board in a long time and am quite surprised to read this post.
I am praying for you as you battle this road block. I am confident that you will work through this and be even stronger in the end!
What great news that your mum and Bruna are coming to be your cheering section
My sister was diagnosed with a very severe type of leukemia within 3 months of getting married. It was very hard on her husband, but they came through it and it made them much stronger for battling it together! That was over 18 years ago
Hang in there, I will be checking back to see your updates!
I have not been on the board in a long time and am quite surprised to read this post.
I am praying for you as you battle this road block. I am confident that you will work through this and be even stronger in the end!
What great news that your mum and Bruna are coming to be your cheering section
My sister was diagnosed with a very severe type of leukemia within 3 months of getting married. It was very hard on her husband, but they came through it and it made them much stronger for battling it together! That was over 18 years ago
Hang in there, I will be checking back to see your updates!
Debora, I just now read this thread and I am so so sorry! Do enjoy the time with your Mom and daughter. Having family around in times like this is so special. Differences recede into the background and lets love shine through. Many prayers will be going up in your behalf.
Debrinha GT
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I`ll be starting another thread
I`ll be starting another thread
Well folks,I had my pet scan last Friday and I`ve already been to the doctor`s for the result. It looks like my tumour started in the lung but unfortunately it has affected my lynth nodules. I`ll be starting quimo 2 weeks from Today. With that they hope to shrink the tumour and attack any cancerous cells that might have spread as the scan only shows what` over a few centimetres. The doctor has also said that by doing this, the lymph nodules should also settle. Of course this was explained to me propelry but I just can`t remember the exact words they used. It`s this specialist on quimo who will be doing my thing so she explained to me all about the drugs and how I`ll feel, etc. My hair will become thin too. They`ll be monitoring my heart so when I go to the hospital, they`ll be keeping me overnight just to be on the safe side. Hopefully this should do the trick but they`ve offered me no guarantees. Menwhile, they`ll decide when they can actually operate on my heart again as no doctors would touch it at this moment for it would be far too risky!!
Thanks for sharing the story about your sister Marky. I`m glad to hear she`s doing well.
Debora
I`ll be starting another thread
Well folks,I had my pet scan last Friday and I`ve already been to the doctor`s for the result. It looks like my tumour started in the lung but unfortunately it has affected my lynth nodules. I`ll be starting quimo 2 weeks from Today. With that they hope to shrink the tumour and attack any cancerous cells that might have spread as the scan only shows what` over a few centimetres. The doctor has also said that by doing this, the lymph nodules should also settle. Of course this was explained to me propelry but I just can`t remember the exact words they used. It`s this specialist on quimo who will be doing my thing so she explained to me all about the drugs and how I`ll feel, etc. My hair will become thin too. They`ll be monitoring my heart so when I go to the hospital, they`ll be keeping me overnight just to be on the safe side. Hopefully this should do the trick but they`ve offered me no guarantees. Menwhile, they`ll decide when they can actually operate on my heart again as no doctors would touch it at this moment for it would be far too risky!!
Thanks for sharing the story about your sister Marky. I`m glad to hear she`s doing well.
Debora
