I am overwhelmed right now,could use a few prayers! UPDATE!

#21 Postby **DaylilyDawn** » Tue Aug 12, 2003 8:57 pm

Sandi, as another cancer survior, thyroid cancer 3 years ago, I am praying for you to get some good news concerning you health.

Rainband · #22 Postby **Rainband** » Wed Aug 13, 2003 7:56 am

GulfBreezer wrote:Ok you guys, you have successfully made me cry with all the well wishes and thoughts and prayers. The Doctor decided against the biopsy today because of the location. It will have to be done in the hospital under anesthesia. Because of this, she wants to try another approach for 4 weeks to see if the size can be decreased. She said that this was a risk but an acceptable one in her opinion because of the side affects of this particular type of biopsy. One of the side effects is daily pain for the rest of my life. Not something I want! If this approach works then it is NOT cancer, but if after 4 weeks, the size has not decreased, then I am going in for the biopsy. While the waiting will be hard I will concentrate on listening to God before every decision I will be facing. This certainly puts a new spin on the job situation
I cant even begin to express the gratitude I feel for each and every one of you!! You are truly God's gifts!!
Much love to you all and many (((((((((hugs)))))))))
I will keep you updated!
Sandi

I will continue to pray and let me know if you need anything :wink:

((((((((HUGS & KISSES)))))))

Miss Mary · #23 Postby **Miss Mary** » Wed Aug 13, 2003 8:49 am

Sandi - that is encouraging news! I hope they can decrease the size of the tumor. Then removal wouldn't be so invasive. And don't get frightened at that tumor word. My husband had one in his saliva gland. Size of a golf ball, benign too. That was a relief. Used to be I'd hear that tumor word and worry. There are benign tumors out there!!!!! I wouldn't want pain the rest of my life either - I had that for 4 straight weeks after my colon resection (went to sleep with it, woke up with it). All internal, meds would dull it but it wouldn't go away completely. Docs said it was healing b/c of all that they had done to me. So I don't blame you there! Keep us posted Sandi! Hoping it all turns out just fine.

Amanzi · #24 Postby **Amanzi** » Wed Aug 13, 2003 4:21 pm

Sandi, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please keep us all informed.....

Take care of yourself!!!!

Rainband · #25 Postby **Rainband** » Fri Aug 15, 2003 5:09 pm

Sandi..You are in my thoughts and Prayers!!!! :wink:

#26 Postby **wx247** » Fri Aug 15, 2003 7:24 pm

Sandi -- you are in my thoughts and prayers. You were so generous after May 4th that if you need anything, just let me know. We are here for you!

breeze · #27 Postby **breeze** » Fri Aug 15, 2003 7:42 pm

I'm praying for you, too, Sandi. Like Miss Mary
said, don't let the "tumor" word make you definitely
believe and think that it is malignant. You have got
the wonderful, blessed Storm2K Prayer Warriors
on your side, and, the Lord hears all prayers.
I know that He will bless you!

Rainband · #28 Postby **Rainband** » Fri Aug 15, 2003 8:05 pm

breeze wrote:I'm praying for you, too, Sandi. Like Miss Mary
said, don't let the "tumor" word make you definitely
believe and think that it is malignant. You have got
the wonderful, blessed Storm2K Prayer Warriors
on your side, and, the Lord hears all prayers.
I know that He will bless you!

AMEN!!!

#29 Postby **vbhoutex** » Sat Aug 16, 2003 12:46 am

OMG SANDI!! As always I am several days late and whatever else short. KNow that I ma lifting you and yours as I type and will continue to do so!!! Your faith will carry you through. GOD WORKS WONDEROUS MIRACLES EVERY DAY and he will take care of you. REST ASSURED THE S2K PRAYER WARRIORS ARE POURING IT OUT FOR YOU!!!

southerngale · #30 Postby **southerngale** » Sat Aug 16, 2003 3:01 am

Sandi...looks like I missed this thread a few days ago too. I'm sorry about that but rest assured you will be in my prayers now!! I am sorry you are going through this but as Dennis said earlier, God never gives us more than we can handle and you will get through this ok. I will be praying that it is not cancer and this new approach works.
If you need anything or just want to talk, I'm here for you.

Take care of yourself!!

weatherlover427 · #31 Postby **weatherlover427** » Sat Aug 16, 2003 3:20 am

I missed this too and for that I apologize :cry:

. Sandi, please do know that I am praying for a quick and speedy recovery for you from this terrible illness. I have faith that; with all of us praying for your full recovery; that you WILL win the battle.

GulfBreezer · #32 Postby **GulfBreezer** » Sun Aug 17, 2003 5:33 pm

You guys (and gals) are the most incredible group of people I have ever seen in one place! I am one week into this other treatment and there has been no change in the size of the growth yet. My family and I have decided that I will give it one more week (instead of the 4) and go back and insist on a biopsy. Many people have suggested second opinions and I can respect that but this doctor that I have helped me through my dysplasia and subsequent treatment of that. She has always been very honest with me and most of all, I trust her. I do have an oncologist that we have discussed me using if this goes further. I can't even begin to thank you all enough for the well wishes and prayers!
I got home today from taking my son to college. I have eyes the size of ping pong balls and I guess I just never really realized how hard it would be. I came home and sat in his bedroom and cried for a while and then emailed him and then couldn't stand it and called him. He is being very understanding! :lol:

All in all, I am doing ok. God is with me and keeps me wrapped tightly in His arms. Emotionally, I am pretty drained but I will SURVIVE!! I love each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart and I never in a million years thought I would say that to a group on a message board, but I MEAN IT! This board is just another example of how God works!

Sandi

Miss Mary · #33 Postby **Miss Mary** » Sun Aug 17, 2003 6:05 pm

Sandi - hugs go out to you right now. And prayers too, that's a given. I can well understand the trust you feel with your doctor. That's important. But a second opinion wouldn't hurt either. I wish I could go back in time and get a second opinion, on the surgical approach I had with my colon resection. I had an excellent surgeon, he did a superb job, he just approached it differently than I've now discovered he could have. He transferred to Atlanta and his partner took over my care. He implied he uses a different approach with his patients - I'll spare you all the details. He saw me thru a very rough first year, when I was barely eating anything at all. His partner eventually referred me to the colon doc I have now. She is the one I trust 100% now! She's the one that said - whoa Mary, why aren't you having annual tests done until you reach your 5 year mark? I began crying in her office but she got me to see that I needed a doc to guide me thru all of that (CEA levels, cat scans, colonoscopies, etc.). So she's my specialist now and God forbid, if I ever need more surgery, she would be the one I'd choose. So boy can I relate to the attachment you feel towards a doctor. That said, my "new" doc, wouldn't hestitate to refer me for a second opinion. She would understand the need to do that. Hope all of that helps you a bit. Hang in there and we'll all be here for you, no matter what you need!

Rainband · #34 Postby **Rainband** » Sun Aug 17, 2003 6:16 pm

Sandi. I also feel the same way you and all my other close friends on STORM2K are a blessing to my life and I cherish you!!! I hope you continue to keep your chin up!!!! :wink:

And realize we are all there for you..Love ya!!! IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!!!!

((((((HUGS TOO!!!)))))) *smack ..and a kiss too!!!

Johnny · #35 Postby **Johnny** » Mon Aug 18, 2003 11:31 am

Hey Sandi, I just wanted to know that I'm still here praying for you. God is great. He saw me through an illness that almost brought me to my maker. Without him, I would be nothing. Keep the faith sister and let us know how you are doing. You are on our minds. God bless.

Johnny

#36 Postby **Stephanie** » Mon Aug 18, 2003 2:26 pm

I'm sorry to hear that the tumor hasn't gone down after the first week. I would probably do the same thing as you and insist on a biopsy after the second week.

You're still in my prayers!

GulfBreezer · #37 Postby **GulfBreezer** » Tue Aug 19, 2003 7:46 am

I have spoken with another doctor and I am calling today to make an appointment with an oncologist. I really never thought I would be doing this but he seems to think that he will be able to tell me by looking at this growth whether or not I should go ahead and schedule the biopsy or give the medication a little longer to work. He has indicated that a biopsy will more than likely be necessary due to my bout with dysplaysia. I will keep you guys updated and I truly appreciate all the prayers!

Rainband · #38 Postby **Rainband** » Tue Aug 19, 2003 4:33 pm

GulfBreezer wrote:I have spoken with another doctor and I am calling today to make an appointment with an oncologist. I really never thought I would be doing this but he seems to think that he will be able to tell me by looking at this growth whether or not I should go ahead and schedule the biopsy or give the medication a little longer to work. He has indicated that a biopsy will more than likely be necessary due to my bout with dysplaysia. I will keep you guys updated and I truly appreciate all the prayers!

GOD BLESS!!! SANDI!!! STILL PRAYING!!! :wink:

deb_in_nc · #39 Postby **deb_in_nc** » Tue Aug 19, 2003 5:01 pm

I can't believe how strong you are. Dealing with all these things at the same time. I guess we should call you Wonder Woman. God Bless you.

Debbie

GulfBreezer · #40 Postby **GulfBreezer** » Wed Aug 20, 2003 8:52 am

deb_in_fl wrote:I can't believe how strong you are. Dealing with all these things at the same time. I guess we should call you Wonder Woman. God Bless you.

Debbie

Thanks Debbie! God gives me my strength and I firmly believe that He will never give me more than I can handle! You want to hear something funny (not really funny, just comical b/c of everything else) we spent last night in the Emergency Room with my son again, this time he hyper-extended his wrist at football practice!! Six weeks ago, it was a broken shoulder!! :o :o

***Sandi is flying the white flag***

I am overwhelmed right now,could use a few prayers! UPDATE!

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