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#4051902 - 12/17/14 06:53 AM Who's Got a Brain Tumor?  
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I've had headaches and a metallic taste in my mouth on and off for about several months now. I admitted myself to the Post Hospital (Fort Leavenworth) following a lymph node swelling in my right arm-pit on the 14th. I kinda put it off for awhile but my girlfriend was worried and forced me to go.

Tests were done, results are in and it turns out I have a brain tumor on my right cerebral hemisphere (surface). The prognosis is 20/80, the 20 being the potential proposition that it could kill me. They're starting me on a variety of anti-cancer drugs in hopes that surgery won't be necessary, but its unknown that it will work or not. As is the case with all chemotherapy and radiation treatments.

I'm thoroughly looking forward to my bones feeling like they're being crushed and blasted with napalm and my veins turning black. Sounds awesome!

As of right now though, I'm at the point that I had wished I had died in combat. I came close three times. I was shot once and wounded by frag twice and I survived. It's a bit disconcerting to think about the whole mortality thing while be fully conscience and lying in a hospital bed.

Moral of the story - If you think something is wrong, go see a doctor. Don't put it off.


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#4051907 - 12/17/14 07:18 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Bad luck for sure DetCord but keep a positive outlook on it if possible for you. I survived melanoma, my co-worker survived breast cancer and another co-worker survived a tumor in his leg. MD Anderson Cancer Center here in Houston is one of the best in the U.S. if you have a choice of treatment centers. You and family can also stay for free in a nice hotel/house/apt unit near the Medical Center which is supported by private corporate/individual/trust donations for that purpose.

I'm sorry to hear that you are faced with that and my best wishes to you for a complete recovery.

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#4051911 - 12/17/14 08:04 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Ouch,sorry to hear about this.
Your "witty" announcement to the whole thing is impressive, and thanks for the very sound tip. I never hear it enough.

Wishing you a full recovery.

Cheers,
Slug


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#4051919 - 12/17/14 09:10 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Praying for your successful recovery, DetCord.


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#4051921 - 12/17/14 09:16 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Bad news man.
Wishing you all the best for an all clear real soon.

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#4051926 - 12/17/14 09:29 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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It makes me feel like all the problems I have are such a small thing.
My thoughts are with you, and your family.

Take care...


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#4051934 - 12/17/14 10:04 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Ah, You'll be fine.
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But the one addressed:
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#4051940 - 12/17/14 10:29 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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I got no idea what to say, that's just terrible. Needless to say I like everyone else am hoping for the best, stay strong!

#4051952 - 12/17/14 11:06 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Oh man... best of luck, sounds like you caught it early, that will greatly increase your odds.

My uncle had a "spot" a few years ago, was treated with radiation and some minor surgery - came out fine and doing well today, never any problems after.

Fingers crossed for you.

#4051955 - 12/17/14 11:16 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Both my parents went through exactly this. I'm sorry to say you are going to have some bad days. As well as better ones.

I pray you have peace of mind and the strength and patience to see this through.


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#4051956 - 12/17/14 11:17 AM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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I wish you a speedy recovery DetCord, keep positive thoughts mate.

#4052006 - 12/17/14 01:48 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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I knew someone who had cancer once. They went to the hospital, had surgery, got chemo, the whole nine yards.

All seemed fine, and then 30 years later they died.




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#4052037 - 12/17/14 02:47 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Well, damn.

But look on the bright side of chemo - bald heads are all the fashion these days!

Seriously, godspeed on an effective treatment.


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#4052097 - 12/17/14 04:25 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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You've already shown you have the right attitude right off the bat, and that's the ultimate weapon with these things. You'll be fine wink


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#4052104 - 12/17/14 04:27 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Falcon over at CA just beat a tumor in his stomach, IIRC.



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#4052111 - 12/17/14 04:34 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Seems this life deals everyone, who survives long enough, a little treat at some time or another.
You've got yours now.
And I'm betting most of us guys, who are old enough, have ours.
I think everyone gets one or two, in a long life.

We just deal with it, I suppose.
Good luck with yours DetCord. I mean that sincerely.
It's not over....till it's over. wink


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#4052118 - 12/17/14 04:40 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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It was prolly the turtleneck that caused it!

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Seriously, wishing you a fast recovery and good health.

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#4052137 - 12/17/14 05:03 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Hang in there, and get better soon, mate!


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#4052153 - 12/17/14 05:21 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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DetCord, sorry to hear this. I wish you a successful and speedy recovery!


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#4052167 - 12/17/14 05:38 PM Re: Who's Got a Brain Tumor? [Re: DetCord]  
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Good luck DetCord.

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