I could use some support, if y'all don't mind.

[Longhorn]

I had a CT-scan yesterday and I have a hemorrhagic mass the size of a golf ball on my cervix. The initial biopsy is inconclusive, as well at the CT-scan. I have an appointment with the gynecological oncologist Monday. Thank goodness I have good insurance, though as an adjunct faculty at a community college, if I end up missing class, I don't get paid. But that's getting too far ahead as I have no idea what I'm facing as far as treatment, since we don't even have a diagnosis yet.

I'm staying positive so far. It's just that I have a million questions that I can't really ask yet since so little is known. My gynecologist called me tonight (Can you believe it?!) and said that this may not be easy to diagnosis so it's going to be tough for awhile. She told me at the exam Thursday that if I'm a lucky woman, it's fibroids and if I'm not, it's cervical cancer. So I looked up cervical cancer and it has a pretty high survival rate if it's in an early stage.

I'm 52, married almost 32 years, and have four grown children, so I'm not worried about fertility. I just want to know what's going on so I can begin taking care of it -- know what I mean?

Anyway, thanks for listening. I'm not asking for medical advice but I've never been this deep into the medical system before so if you can show me the ropes, I appreciate it!

[GreenPartyVoter]

1. Dang. My crappy day seems totally insignificant now *hugs* I hope everything will be ok!

[Longhorn]

2. Thanks!

Things like this do add a little perspective to life. Believe me, even though I'm in no way being fatalistic, I've already found myself appreciating what I have more! :)

[auntAgonist]

3. You have my prayers and support

I can't imagine how you must be feeling. Please know that good vibes are rushing your way.
:hug:

try not to panic.

:hug: :hug: :hug:

:loveya:

aA
kesha

[Longhorn]

6. Thanks, kesha!

That's not the first time I've thanked you! :hug:

[auntAgonist]

8. If there is anything

at all that I could possibly do for you, please don't hesitate to let me know. :hug:

warmest wishes and best thoughts.

:hug:

kesha

[Longhorn]

10. Will do!

:)

[CaliforniaPeggy]

4. My dear Longhorn...

Good vibes to you...

I hope its just fibroids too...but time will tell...

Come on in here and vent whenever you want to...

The Lounge is good for supporting folks in distress!

And do keep us informed as to what is happening, once you know, OK?

:hug:

[Longhorn]

7. I appreciate that, Peggy.

I'm not really one of the Lounge crowd, but I do love my groups. They've helped keep me sane these last four years (since I joined DU.) Thanks! :hug:

[Shine]

5. Wishing you all the best, Longhorn

:hug: I hope you're able to get the answers and treatment you need.

Staying positive is key, as well as being open to receive support.

You seem to be on the right track.... :D

[Longhorn]

9. Thanks, Shine!

I'm not religious but I do believe in the power of mind over body. I'm very lucky to have had some very professional and caring doctors and medical staff so far. :hug:

[Wapsie B]

11. Good vibes on the way.

I hope things turn out ok.

[Longhorn]

12. Thanks a bunch!

I can already feel them! :)

[otherlander]

13. I'm sending you lounge vibes

hoping it's nothing that can't be cured. Good luck. :hug:

[Longhorn]

15. I hear them's the best kind!

;) Thanks so much! :hug:

[GoddessOfGuinness]

14. When you don't know,

the best approach is to stay positive, as you seem to be. I haven't had experience with what you describe, so I can't offer advice. But I can send good vibes and cyber hugs...
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[Longhorn]

16. No sense borrowing trouble, right?

Wow, I haven't had that many hugs since my kids were all little! :D Thanks! :hug:

[enigmatic]

17. My wife had a similar problem a few years ago

Same diagnosis; she had surgery and it was mass that was filled w/ water rather than fibrosis or cervical cancer, and her doctor told us that the water mass was a fairly common problem for women of her age (late 30's). I'm sure you be ok. :hug;

[Longhorn]

18. That's very encouraging!

You've given me something else to look up. Thanks!

Now, if only I was late 30s again! ;) Actually, I am, in my mind. :D :hug:

[Generic Brad]

19. I know two women who recently had the same scare

And that's all it turned out to be - a scare, mind you. Hang in there and hope for the best.

[Longhorn]

20. I appreciate you sharing that.

That which scares us makes us strong, right? ;) I'm glad your friends got through it okay!

[karmaqueen]

21. You will be in my thoughts and prayers...

Hope it is just fibroids but if not they can do so much today. I'm new to this lounge too, everyone is so nice here. I will be thinking of you, God Bless!

[Longhorn]

22. You're right, they are, and I should stop by more often!

Thanks for the encouragement! :hug:

[Lex]

23. I'll keep you in my thoughts and send many good vibes

your way, my friend. Keep us updated, okay? :hug:

[Longhorn]

24. Thanks, Lex.

Your support is always appreciated! :hug:

[sandnsea]

25. Oh bless your heart

:hug: I think cancers are all so different it is tough to know what treatment will be though. I had a friend, years ago, that had a grapefruit size tumor in her stomach somewhere. It was nothing, so it is possible you've got nothing too. Try not to worry I guess. :hug:

[Longhorn]

27. I was joking with Mr. Longhorn that I was hoping it would be one of those 20-pound

types so I would lose 20 when I got rid of it! :D

Thanks for sharing and the hugs! :hug:

[Adsos Letter]

26. Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Longhorn.

:hug:

[Longhorn]

29. Thanks!

I'm feeling pretty good so that makes this all the more strange. :hug:

[Pushed To The Left]

28. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way

:hug:

[Longhorn]

30. You're very kind!

Thank you! How can I miss with all these good thoughts on my side? :hug:

[emilyg]

31. Did they do a PAP? Any bleeding?

Good wishes to you.

[Longhorn]

38. Yes, to both,

which made the Pap difficult to obtain but it came back abnormal. However, I've had them annually and they've been normal as recently as a year ago.

Thanks, emilyg!

[emilyg]

84. It's good that your paps have been normal.

[Longhorn]

89. I was thinking that, too!

Thanks for confirming! :)

[Flaxbee]

32. all good vibes going your way! Fingers crossed it's fibroids!

If you feel like it, please keep us in the loop after your appointments...

All my best to you :hug:

[Longhorn]

40. Thanks, I will!

DU has always been such a good source of information and support for me and I appreciate it! :hug:

[NMDemDist2]

33. hugs

and just take a day at a time

:hug:

[Longhorn]

41. Thanks, AZ!

I'm generally an impatient person but it looks like this thing is going to teach me patience. :) :hug:

[Inchworm]

34. I love you chicky

I just have that. It is good love though.

:hug:

[Longhorn]

42. I woke up a little down this morning.

That's just what I needed to hear! Thanks! :hug:

[hippywife]

35. Most definitely!

I hope this turns out to be the a fibroid and can be taken care of swiftly and definitively for you. :hug:

[Longhorn]

43. I have genetics on my side.

No history of cancer and my sister and mother both had fibroids. I just don't know why this one is being so difficult. ;) Thanks! :hug:

[Callalily]

36. Sending prayers

and strength your way! :hug:

[Longhorn]

44. They're very much appreciated!

:hug:

[baby_mouse]

37. Look after yourself and be well.

They're good with cancer these days, try not to worry...

[Longhorn]

46. I'm hoping that's the case!

It's been over a week since I found out about this thing -- silly me, I just thought everything I was experiencing was the "grand finale" before menopause! But my great doctors are acting with such immediacy and concern that it is both comforting and scary at the same time. :)

Thanks for the good thoughts. :hi:

[NewWaveChick1981]

39. Hugs to you, Longhorn...

:hug: :hug: :pals: I hope everything goes well. I've had health scares before, but fortunately they've just been scares. I am keeping my fingers crossed that yours is just a scare! :D

[Longhorn]

47. I'll second that!

It's good to be reminded that it often turns out fine. Thanks! :hug:

[ulysses]

45. if it is cancer,

come join us in the cancer support group. Keeping my fingers crossed for the fibroids, though.

[Longhorn]

49. I didn't realize there was such a group!

I should have known! :) I will do exactly that if the need arises. Thanks for the invitation! :hi:

[sazemisery]

48. Positive thoughts are on their way.

Being the same age as you and also never having been sick, I too would have a brazilian questions about the system.

[Longhorn]

50. Yes, I'm definitely a googler!

I don't even mind facing the worst; I just don't have a firm direction yet. Thanks for your kindness! :hi:

[LaurenG]

51. I'm definitly sending some good energy your way

as far as the ropes, it does sound like you have a great doctor.

It sounds as if you are in good hands. :hug:

[Longhorn]

52. I'm so pleased with my doctors

but I feel guilty. I keep thinking about those who don't have adequate health care due to where they live or what they can afford.

One doctor called me at home to make sure I knew how to get in touch with her over the weekend. She's the one I see Monday -- I haven't even met her yet! The other doctor called me last night to make sure that the first doctor had called me. She gave me her home and cell numbers. She is the gynecologist and was referred by the nurse-practitioner in my GPs office who first discovered the mass. So far, it has been a network of wonderful, caring women who have been looking out for me. :)

Thanks! :hug:

[GOPisEvil]

53. I'll keep some positive thoughts for you!

:hug:

It's been a while since that protest at city hall, hasn't it? Too long, I think.

[Longhorn]

56. It sure has and you've got a good memory!

I wish I could have spent more time getting to know y'all in person but I always enjoy reading how hard you're working in the Texas forum. Thanks for your good thoughts! :hug:

[SallyMander]

54. (((Hugs))) for Longhorn

Keep us posted... i will be keeping my mental fingers crossed that whatever it is, it is as treatable and curable as possible! :hug:

[Longhorn]

57. Thanks, Sally! I had to check your ID and see if you're from Texas!

Salamanders have special meaning in Austin, as you may well know. Now another one has special meaning in Dripping Springs! :hug:

[SallyMander]

96. Nope, i'm not from TX

but i've heard of all the neat and unique species down there... There are whole species that exist only in one spring, right? Totally wild! :wow:


I hope you're doing well today... keep us updated! :hug:

[Longhorn]

102. Yep, Barton Springs

and the Barton Springs Salamender:





Protecting that salamander has helped ward off a lot of pollution and probably saved the springs!

I'm doing well, thanks! :hug:

[SallyMander]

103. Cuteness!!!

I wanna go there! :loveya:

[Road Scholar]

55. My best to you Longhorn.

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Longhorn]

58. Thanks so much!

:hug:

[BarenakedLady]

59. sending vibes your way.

I hope it is just fibroids.

:hug:

[Longhorn]

62. Surgery to remove fibroids would be a piece of cake.

Funny how the threat of cancer changes perspective. :) Thanks! :hug:

[skater314159]

60. Peace and Good Vibes to you...

... my advise to you as a Chaplain is to:
Not worry - just take things one day at a time.

But I've been through the medical system myself, and I know right now, you're thinking to yourself "That's easy for you to say!" or "Screw you!". That's normal. At times you will find yourself trying to think of every possible thing that could happen, when at others you are just going to feel like you have information overload and just wanna shut down. That's normal too.

It's a good thing that you are "staying positive"... that isn't always easy, but it can help you to keep your sanity and selfhood throughout this experience.

One thing that might help you is to get a notebook - or open up a word document or a notebook in one note on your compuer... type out all of the questions that you have. List your worries, list your fears. Go to WebMD... if you find something there that seems useful to you, paste a link to it in your document. Make a journal of what you are thinking about and feeling. This will help you to get it out, into words, so that it isn't rattling around inside your brain (this helps me for some reason - getting it out helps me to stop worrying about it or obsessing over it) and it also helps you to put things in a format that you can share with your doctors and medical staff.

Doctors and nurses (at least the ones I have been treated by and worked with) like to have patients who want to learn about their conditions, and who want to be their own advocates. You ARE your own advocate... begin your advocacy now.

I will be keeping you in my meditations and will send you good vibes - not only today, but tomorrow and Thursday also. Hopefully you will get good news from the oncologists and lab... and understand that they are behind you. We are behind you here, too.



Peace, Be Well, and May you Get GREAT Lab Results!
skater pi

EDIT: I added a kitteh pic for you.

[Longhorn]

64. That's outstanding advice!

Thanks! I've wished that I kept better track of what's going on with me. Except for being good about visiting the doctor, dentist, and eye doctor according to recommended schedules, I haven't been very good about bringing up issues. I'm like the opposite of a hypochondriac, assuming anything that is happening to me is "normal." I'm lucky that I was due for my annual gynecological exam because I wonder sometimes how long I would have put up with my symptoms, assuming they were related to menopause.

I will take your advice and start to document what's going on. It will help me feel like I'm doing something positive while I'm waiting. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts! And I love kitties that don't make me sneeze. :D :hug:

[theredpen]

61. Did someone order some support? Where should I put it?

:hug:

[Longhorn]

65. Support that requires a forklift!

I love it! Thanks! :hug:

[Haole Girl]

63. Sending good vibes for you

and many hugs.. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Longhorn]

66. They are happily received!

Thanks! :hug:

[SPKrazy]

67. some good vibes and support

I'm focusing on the best outcome that it disappears

or that it is fibroid and no biggie

:hug: :hug:

[Longhorn]

68. Thanks!

I'll happily take either of those outcomes! :hug:

[Maestro]

69. Longhorn, I am not sure what the diagnosis

will be but I an a cancer survivor and doctors can do wonders when all of this is caught early. Good vibes being sent your way, from a short distance too. I just up the road a bit.

[Longhorn]

70. Congratulations!

I haven't had to face it directly yet but it's because of people like you that the "C" word doesn't scare me that much. I know it won't be easy and there will be some hardship but I think I can deal with it. Thanks! :hi:

What kind of music do you favor? My husband plays trumpet in several Austin-area bands (all volunteer and an occasional honorarium that goes into buying music.) We like Dixieland a lot and are going to see Jim Cullum and his band from San Antonio today. :)

[Maestro]

71. I am very eclectic, but my favorite genre is extreme metal.

However, I love folksy country along the lines of Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore (The Flatlanders), Willie, Shooter Jennings, Merle, Cash, Lucinda Williams, Dixie Chicks, etc... so I am sure that I would like the type of music who husband plays.

[Longhorn]

75. Well, he's in a British-style brass band

(as in the movie, Brassed Off) and he's in a community band, a brass quintet, sits in with a symphony orchestra (not THE symphony) now and then, etc. They don't play much contemporary stuff unless you consider Sousa contemporary. ;) He loves jazz but says he doesn't have the chops for improv. He's also become a fan of Strings Attached. Have you ever seen them? We went to their concert featuring Bob Schneider a few weeks ago.

I like classic rock, big bands, Dixieland, classical, and many of the artists you mentioned. I don't care much for most recent country. I really like Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, the couple who won the Oscar for their song, Falling Slowly, from the movie, Once: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87f5nj7cOjc I'd like to see them the next time they come to Austin. Great movie!

I saw Joe Ely in concert many years ago at Liberty Lunch and we went to Willie Nelson's picnic in Liberty Hill in the late 70s. Can't say I saw him, though, as we were so far away from the stage. In fact, we were so miserable from heat, lack of water (and funds to purchase refreshments) and then the monsoon-like rain that I think we left before he came on. ;)

Well, off to see Jim Cullum at Cap City Comedy -- much more pleasant conditions! :hi:

[KitchenWitch]

72. I am a 21 year cancer survivor. You have my good vibes.

The most important thing is to be informed and to be persistent.

One tip I can give you is to get a notebook and write every question you have in it. (even the minute and seemingly trivial ones). Make sure the doctor does not leave your room until ALL of your questions are answered. You may want to invest in a portable tape recorder and request to use it when you are asking your questions, so that you have clear answers (and not what is happening to swim around in your head). Being informed is the best weapon.

:hug:

[riderinthestorm]

73. I second this suggestion: take a notebook with all your questions in it

You're rattled and having the questions written down will help you with getting all the information you need.

[Longhorn]

76. You must have been very young!

You are so right about the notebook! I think I'm going to remember what I want to ask and the answers I get and I just plain forget. Thanks so much! I hope y'all are feeling more rested now. Take care! :hug:

[KitchenWitch]

83. Thank you. We are trying to get some rest.

My daughter is succeeding :D

[riderinthestorm]

74. Good vibes coming at you!

:hug:

Please post an update if you can/will, lots of concerned people here!

[Longhorn]

77. I'm flabbergasted at the response!

I've been at DU a long time but I don't post a lot on the more heavily-trafficked boards. But that's the kind of community DU is -- I don't have to be the most popular member in order to get information, encouragement, love, and support. Thank you! :hug:

[Longhorn]

78. I'm going to a Dixieland concert now.

That ought to do me some good, though we're going with my in-laws and I haven't told them yet because there wasn't much to tell. I appreciate everyone's comments and good wishes! You're absolutely the best and the main reason that, no matter how frustrated I can get with the fighting, I can't ever leave this place!
:yourock: :grouphug:

[auntAgonist]

80. An afternoon out is a good thing! ENJOY the concert.

:hug:

aA

[Longhorn]

88. You're so right!

It was lots of fun, especially at the end when several local musicians jammed with the band. Nothing more fun than watching a bunch of talented people get together to share their love of music!

My in-laws took the news well. I was a little worried about my father-in-law because my husband's mother died at age 49 from breast cancer so he's been through this before. But they've been around long enough to see many success stories, too.

:hug:

[tpsbmam]

79. Sending tons of good thoughts your way.....

You've gotten great advice here -- write down all of your questions and don't hesitate to insist they get answered. Take a tape recorder with you to record the answers so you can listen to the answers when you're not overwhelmed -- people miss LOTS that their docs tell them and/or forget. Barring that, take someone with you who can take notes.

I know it's easier said than done, but try not to go to the "what if" place. I learned from personal experience (before I started working in the medical field) when I had a breast lump that had to be removed and biopsied when I was in my 20s. Damn, by the time I got to the surgery, I had imagined myself one foot in the grave! (And I was pretty pissed at the world -- I'd already been diagnosed with MS by then.) Turned out to be absolutely nothing -- I wasted lots of precious time imagining and worrying!

Your attitude seems great -- no matter what people go through, that's critical! Hang in there!

[Longhorn]

91. Once I kind of scoped out the "worst," I've been focusing on what

we know and trying not to get too far ahead. Thanks for sharing your experience and for the advice! I hope you're doing well. :hug:

[TexasLady]

81. Big hugs to you!

When I was pregnant with my second son, they said he was sharing my uterus with a fibroid the size of a grapefruit. It's shrunk some now, but no real problems at all!

[Longhorn]

92. Wow, you were carrying "twins" and didn't even know it!

Then again, I did, too, but I gave birth to identical girls. ;) How did they diagnose your fibroid? I wonder why my diagnosis seems so elusive (so far)?

Thanks, Neighbor! :hi:

[Mezzo]

82. I hope and pray everything is ok.

My aunt is in the hospital now. She had a 25 lb tumor in her abdomen. They removed it, but her heart is weak from the operation. I know she'll pull through it. I know you can too.

[Longhorn]

93. Oh, my!

This definitely pales in comparison! I'm glad the operation is successful and hope she's feeling better soon! :hug: Thank you!

[auntAgonist]

85. kicking for anyone who might have missed this. n/t

[applegrove]

86. Sending you vibes for a healthy diagnosis. I have known people

with growth on the cervixes that were not cancerous - just annoying as hell.

[Longhorn]

94. That's encouraging!

Yes, this is definitely annoying! :banghead: But I'll get over it! ;) Thanks! :hi:

[Bunny]

87. Sending good vibes your way.

Secure in the belief that this will be easily resolved. :hug:

[Longhorn]

95. Thanks for sharing that pic of that wonderful, handsome man!

A reminder that I'm definitely not alone. Thanks! :hug:

[hedgehog]

90. Here's hoping your doctors continue to provide the support they've shown this far!

[Longhorn]

98. Yes, though I did have an incident last week.

I called my GP's office to find out how much bleeding is too much. It was 4:35 on Friday afternoon and the recording at the nurse's line said they won't hear messages left after 4 p.m. until the next day, meaning Monday. So I called the receptionist's desk and she kept repeating what the nurse's line said. I asked her, You realized I'm having excessive bleeding?, and she said, Yes, and then repeated that I needed to leave a message at the nurse's line. Finally I said, Fine, if I'm still here on Monday, I'll call back. Thanks! And I hung up. About half an hour later, the nurse called. I'm sure the receptionist was following the office policy but I think they've got a huge hole in their "net."

But everyone else has been very caring and responsive and at least the receptionist did the right thing and had the nurse call me. Thanks for your good wishes! :hi:

[Redstone]

97. Why the hell would we MIND offering you some support?

Damn, Longhorn, you don't need to be shy about asking. That must be a frightening thing to deal with, and you have ALL the best wishes I can send.

Redstone

[Longhorn]

100. I'm not very good at asking for attention

but y'all have probably turned me into an addict! :D

Thank you very much! :hi:

[SalmonChantedEvening]

99. Hopes and vibes for health and strength Longhorn

Never fear ruffling feathers when it comes to getting all the info You Want.

:hug: :loveya: :hi:

[Longhorn]

101. I sure won't!

This is too important and y'all have emboldened me! :D Thanks! :hug:

[femmocrat]

104. Sending best wishes and healthy vibes your way!

Keep thinking positive.... and let us know how you are, OK?

:hug:

[Longhorn]

106. I will, thanks!

I'm hoping this was one big exercise in the power of positive thinking! :hug:

[lightningandsnow]

105. Best of luck...

hope everything turns out for the best.

:hug:

[Longhorn]

107. Thank you

very much! :hug:

[Aristus]

108. We're here for you, Longhorn...

:grouphug:

[Longhorn]

109. I'm convinced!

This is more than I ever expected and it's very appreciated. Thanks! :grouphug:

[Flying Dream Blues]

110. Healing vibes coming your way from real close by, Longhorn!

All the best and I'm so glad you're staying positive.
Hugs to you, and keep us posted...
:hug:

[Longhorn]

111. Much appreciated!

I'll let y'all know how it goes! :hug:

[barb162]

112. If you're feeling anxiety and fear, which is understandable,

ask the docs for anti-anxiety and sleeping meds. If they won't give you any or enough, see a shrink to get it and discuss your feelings with the shrink. It's good to stay positive and not "fortune-tell" yourself into something it isn't. Worry gets you nowhere.

Keep us posted, hon.

[Longhorn]

113. I'll keep that in mind!

I already have a hard time getting to sleep because I can't shut my brain down and I think right over music. So I listen to oldtime radio programs via my laptop, wireless internet, and a pillow speaker so I don't disturb my husband. I'm often asleep before The Whistler quits whistling or they stop playing the William Tell Overture at the beginning of The Lone Ranger. ;) (Note: most of these shows were before MY time, too! :D)

Thanks, barb!

[Dinger]

114. Damn Longhorn, Here's A Hug For ya:

:grouphug:

It'll be o.k, think positive, I am:headbang:

[Longhorn]

115. Thanks for the hug,

the hookem horns, and the smile you gave me! :hug:

[momophile]

116. good strong vibes coming your way!

please take care of yourself.

[Longhorn]

119. Thanks!

I'll do my best. :hi:

[colortech]

117. I'd help

If i could.

[FloridaJudy]

118. Good thoughts headed your way!

The only medical advice this OB/GYN nurse has to offer is to take a level-headed friend or family member with you when you visit the doctors. Most clients are so anxious that a lot of information doesn't get through. Also, sometimes medical people have to be - gently! - reminded to keep the jargon to a minimum.

Fibroids are a lot more common than cervical cancer in women your age, fortunately. One out of every three or four women will be diagnosed with fibroids at some point. I pray you're a member of the vast majority. And here's a hug.

[Longhorn]

120. I'm hoping

that since they're also common in my family, that the statistics are even more on my side.

I suspect there won't be a lot of definitive news today but I've thought about bringing one of my daughters. Since my twins both work for my husband, I think one of them could get off work. :)

Thanks for the advice and the hug! :hug:

[ThomCat]

121. Good thoughts and vibes for you.

:hug:

I hope it's benign, and easy for them to remove without any complications.

Please be well, and tell us how you're doing. :)