Cancer update

[redfox]

I had my first post surgery exam today, and am doing well. Then we reviewed the pathology report, and it was not what I had hoped for. My endometrial tumor was upgraded to a 3, which is about its size. It was staged at 1a, which is fairly good. Staging is how the tumor has grown into various body parts. The tumor was 1mm into the myometrium, the layer of tissue next to the endometrium.

No nodal involvement, some vascular involvement, thought to be the tumor vascular system. That scares me, as metastases occur via both the vascular & lymphatic systems. The consequences of the tiny penetration into the myometrium is that I need localized radiation treatment, called brachytherapy. Ugh. If you want to know more, I'd be happy to explain it. I spent most of the day in meltdown.

I am trying to regain my equilibrium, and know that my reality is what it is, and my awfulizing makes things worse. Nonetheless, dammit all. I really do not want to be dealing with this serious illness.

[Lainey]

So sorry this is turning out this way. Looks like you'll be in for a longer haul vs. a short fix. Feel free to vent in here and we'll drink a virtual cuppa together while we're at it ...

[Tussiemussies]

So sorry Redfox that this is happening to you. It must be so hard to go through. I will sent prayers for perfect health.

Christine

[Jilly]

I also am sorry to hear the crappy news.

[try2bfrugal]

So sorry to hear your test results were not as good as you hoped they would be, redfox.

[puglogic]

Sending hugs, strength, and perseverance your way, Redfox.

[Float On]

Gosh, I'm sorry. I had high hopes that that would be it for you as far as treatment.

[lhamo]

I'm also sorry that you didn't get better news. You are strong in every way and have a good support system -- call on it when you need it. We're here for you, too.

(((((((((HUGS))))))))))))

lhamo

[Dhiana]

(((((HUGS))))) We are here if you need anything!

[rose]

I am sorry to hear your bad news. Sending good wishes that they get it all cured quickly.

[Rosemary]

I'm so sorry to hear that more treatment is necessary, but it sounds like your medical team is on top of things. Hope this next round takes care of it all for you.

[Merski]

Sending healing thoughts to you. Be Strong.

[catherine]

redfox, you are a very strong person and you have what it takes to get this done. That being said, (((((((hugs))))))))) to you. Thanks for the update.

[razz]

It is hard to hear such news but the treatments now available can be amazing in result. Sending good thoughts your way!!!

[fidgiegirl]

Thinking of you, redfox!!

[CathyA]

We're here for you Redfox! I will be sending strong, healing thoughts your way!!
(((hugs)))

[JaneV2.0]

Worrying will drive you crazy. Focus on the wellness waiting on the other side of this.

[gimmethesimplelife]

Hi Redfox - thinking of you today and wishing you the strength to keep on keeping on.....and to get to the other side of this. Rob

[treehugger]

Thinking of you, redfox!

Kara

[Geila]

Oh, redfox. I am so sorry. Don't lose hope - you are a strong and powerful woman. You can do this.

Please pm me if you'd like to chat. As a fellow extrovert, I know how important it is to feel connected right now.

((((((((((((((big hug)))))))))))))))

[Gardenarian]

Oh yuck, I'm so sorry.

[Mighty Frugal]

Sorry you are going through this

[iris lily]

This is so scary, sorry to hear!

[JaneV2.0]

I believe that particular diagnosis averages out to an excellent survival/cure rate, and really effective treatments (tailored to the individual) are starting to emerge from the pipeline with many more available down the road, so I wasn't being a Pollyanna when I talked about wellness.

[sugar]

I am so sorry to hear the enws. It makes me sad even.

[mtnlaurel]

Redfox, I am so sorry. We are all rooting for you. Super Duper Cyber Hug.

[Chopper777]

Hang in there...you have so much life yet to live...you really do.

[Spartana]

((((((((((((((({Red fox)))))))))))))))!!!!