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Wed Aug-17-05 05:50 PM
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I go under the knife tomorrow. |
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Not a big deal, they say. Basal cell carcinoma on my lower right eyelid. "Best" kind of skin cancer to have, they say. "Surgical excision." "Mohs Micrographic Surgery" In and out in a couple of hours, probably. Some bruising and discoloration for a few days. Couple of stitches.
Good karma and kind thoughts desired and willingly accepted. Prayers too. Might as well cover all the bases. Wish me luck. ;-)
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Wed Aug-17-05 05:52 PM
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1. You have all that and more, dear friend. |
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I will miss you, be thinking of you, and look forward to you returning with more wonderful stories.
Be safe. Be Healthy. :hug:
~Laura
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Wed Aug-17-05 05:53 PM
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... and easily. Fear not.
Cheers.
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Wed Aug-17-05 05:55 PM
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My wife has had a couple of those. She did fine through it all and she is admittedly a whimp. :D
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:01 PM
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5. Best of luck to you, trof. |
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:03 PM
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i've had basal cell -- it's fine. i've had the ickier skin cancers too.
as long as they ''get it all'' -- it's all good in this case. though couldn't you get yours a little further away from the eye?
i'll be thinking about you -- cause it's always weird to have someone come near you with the ''c'' word.
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:36 PM
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16. Um...how icky? Miz t. had a melanoma over three years ago. |
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Lymph node removal and all. still clean as a whistle, but she's kind of doing her nut over my case because of her experience. She's going with me tomorrow, but I'm not sure which one of us will best be able drive back home. ;-)
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and we'll be thinking of you!
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:06 PM
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9. I've had some basal cell carcinomas removed |
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No sweat. Over quick, no pain, no disfigurement. Try not to worry! :-)
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:21 PM
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11. You are in my thoughts and prayers--all will be well! |
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Just hold good, healing thoughts. I'm sorry you have to go through this, but I am very glad that they caught it before it became more serious.
Take care of yourself, and let us know how it goes. :hug:
:hi:
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:22 PM
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12. Best luck and wishes and all that stuff... |
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:28 PM
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13. A rakish little scar might do wonders for my image. |
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"Oh...that? A dueling scar, m'dear. Got it in a saber contest with Von Ronstadt at Heidelberg."
Just don't call me "Squint". ;-)
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:42 PM
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32. LOL. Or...you were skewered |
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by an errant olive pick whilst hastily downing a martini.
More plausible?
Good luck tomorrow. Let us know how you fare.
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:30 PM
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14. I am sure that you will be just fine.... |
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These are scary,though...The location makes it just a tiny bit tricky...but I'm sure they are experienced.....
Please take care, and don't worry...
Good karma and kind thoughts headed your way....
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:43 PM
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19. Actually he said it's the first time he's done this kind of procedure. |
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Just kidding. He's very experienced. He told me so. ;-)
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:31 PM
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15. Positive thoughts heading your way |
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:41 PM
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18. Many thanks all. I'll give you a blow-by-blow report tomorrow. |
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There will probably blood on the walls and floor, so it won't be for the squeamish. :-)
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Wed Aug-17-05 06:52 PM
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Good deal, the best for getting all basal cell with minimal normal tissue being sacrificed. Again, I predict all will be well.
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:02 PM
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21. Thanks Dave. Yep, they sent me a brochure about the "procedure". |
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Thanks for your expert testimony. I'm really OK with it. Pretty much. :shrug"
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:05 PM
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22. Best of luck, and a speedy recovery. |
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:05 PM
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23. Sendind you extra good vibes, trof... |
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:38 PM
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31. More hugs and well wishes for the old fart! |
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:07 PM
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... my dad had a several of those removed from his neck, and arm. Barely any scar at all... for him it was safe, quick, "painless" and effective.
You'll be fine!
-- Allen
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:09 PM
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26. ALLEN! Where ya been? |
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:09 PM
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27. Wide brim hat and sunscreen, okay! |
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Edited on Wed Aug-17-05 07:10 PM by sakabatou
And sunglasses. Don't forget those.
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:15 PM
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28. Ever since the diagnosis. You better believe it. |
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I did a thread about that and sunscreens when I found out.
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:16 PM
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May they get every last cell of that nasty shit.
Now you can make up some cool story about how you got your scare. Maybe something involving an anti-Bush march, an egg and the Secret Service. :evilgrin:
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:20 PM
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30. A writer's challenge. |
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Wed Aug-17-05 07:44 PM
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33. You won't need 'em, but all best wishes, trof n/t |
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Wed Aug-17-05 08:21 PM
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34. Hope all goes well..... |
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and you heal quickly. :pals:
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Wed Aug-17-05 08:22 PM
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It sounds like everything will be okay, but it's still no fun to have surgery.
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Wed Aug-17-05 08:44 PM
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36. good karma, kind thoughts |
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Edited on Wed Aug-17-05 08:44 PM by progmom
prayers, hugs and love...all coming your way.
:loveya: :hug: :loveya:
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Wed Aug-17-05 09:25 PM
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37. Sending, prayers, positive thoughts, and good vibes your way. |
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Wed Aug-17-05 09:27 PM
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:hug: Good luck and you are loved!
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