Update on me...

[sgorny]

First off, I wanted to thank everyone for expressing concern and support about my health. And I wanted to let you all know that you don't have to worry. The cancer was very small, in the center of one side of the gland, without any blood vessels feeding it. Because it didn't have any blood vessels near it, and because it was not on the outside of the gland, I don't have to worry about it "seeding" itself anywhere else (according to the surgeon). So no radiation needed, no chemotherapy - thank god! I have a kinda funny-lookin' head shape, which my full hair does a good job of hiding. I definitely wouldn't look as good as Melissa Etheridge without hair!

The surgery is considered the cure, and he says that I need not worry about this meaning that I'm more likely to get cancer elsewhere. But... since I had a colon polyp removed 4 years ago (precancerous), and am due to have another colonoscopy next April... I may just move that up. To be sure that there isn't anything to worry about.

Better to be safe than sorry! I want to be around for a long, long time.

Comments

[mclachlan.livejournal.com]

I'm just beyond relieved that everything turned out okay. ^_^

[quinn222.livejournal.com]

Such good news, I'm so happy all is well and that you don't need further treatment.

[paddies.livejournal.com]

YAY!! :D

[its-ktd.livejournal.com]

THATS WONDERFUL NEWS!

[twistinside82.livejournal.com]

Sounds like a plan to me. Cos we want you around for a long, long time as well. ♥

[rae-1985.livejournal.com]

I'm so happy and relieved you are going to be ok. I just went back and read your other post talking about the cancer. I wasn't around when it was posted. I'm sorry I missed it. Thank god you are ok. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

[andtheafterglow.livejournal.com]

i'm so glad to hear you're all right. xo.

[windtossed.livejournal.com]

that is SUCH good news. i hope everything goes well with your colonoscopy and any upcoming surgery. *bug hug*

[shape5.livejournal.com]

Oh, good news! Also, as horrible as colonocopies are (everyone in my family does them because there have been a few cases of colon cancer in the family), it is so worth the peace of mind.

[teary-eyed2.livejournal.com]

Well that is great news since it's exceptionally rare not to have post-op radioactive iodine treatment (which doesn't have the awful side effects of external radiation or chemo) recommended as a precaution.

[eyesfullofhope.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad everything is going to be alright. {{}}

[darksylvia.livejournal.com]

YAY! I'm happy you don't have to have any other stuff!

[nomeremuggle.livejournal.com]

That's great! :)

[sapphire9977.livejournal.com]

I want you around for a long long time too! I'm so glad that you don't need any follow up from the surgery. Take care of yourself missy! *hugs*

[gaedhal.livejournal.com]

Great news --

Don't try to do too much too soon!

[queenydiva.livejournal.com]

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay! :oD

[kiramalfoy.livejournal.com]

i'm glad that you're okay, and you will be around for a LONGGGGGGGGGGG time!! ♥

[elisabet-moisio.livejournal.com]

That's good news. I'm glad you are going to be ok. :)

[rhiannonhero.livejournal.com]

I wantyou around for a long, long, long time, too! I'm glad things look so good for the future. :)

[carnivalnights.livejournal.com]

I'm really glad things have gone the way they've gone for you. That is very good news. And yes, definitely better to be safe than sorry. Good luck with everything, love. <33

[tclark1922.livejournal.com]

I'm very glad for you that you received this good news. Smart move on the other medical exam. Good luck w/ that as well.

Peace
TK

[slashpile.livejournal.com]

Well, I'm relieved you'll be able to keep your head's shape to yourself. I guess not everyone can be Patrick Stewart. Sigh.

Enough with the excitement. Surprise butterflies and rainbows and good TV shows. And confirmatory second opinions. Yup, sending some of those your way. *crosses toes just to be safe*