michiganjan Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 My husband was diagnosed yesterday with cancer of the esophogus. We are going this morning for a CAT scan to see if the cancer has spread. It if has spread he will see an oncologist for radioation and chemo. If it has not spread he should see a surgeon to have it removed. Please pray that it has not spread! Please be with me in spirit today as I go with him for his test.Yesterday was just awful. The gastro who did the scope told us that he has the cancer and even though he did the biopsy, he already knows what it is. The question is where else it might be.Please Start praying now and keep it up through 11 am Eastern time this morning. I will post later on the findings. If I know someone else is doing this, I will not feel so alone.Michigan Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan, I will think my best thoughts for you husband today. I have to tell you that my friend's father had the same thing. He had his entire esophagus removed--they then fashioned a new one out of...I think intestine?...any way, that was well over a year ago, and he's doing great now. He's almost back up to his normal wieght, he's able to eat fairly normally as long as he has small meals throughout the day, and best yet, he's cancer free. I write this to you to say that there can be hope--not to scare you. I will hope for the best today. Big hugs, deep breath. Let us know when you find out what's going on, when you can.Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramakentesh Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 terrible news - rough. Hope it all works out well. Thoughts and prayers your husband's way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Hi,I am so sorry that your husband is sick right now. I will pray for both of you so that things go well.Keep us posted.Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tearose Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Dear Jan, I am so crushed! I have no words...I am praying and will keep on praying...When you can, tell us how you are both doing.In prayer, friendship and support, tearose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corina Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan,I don't pray, but I'll be thinking about the two of you and I'm sending good thoughts your way. I so hope the cancer didn't spread.Warm wishes,Corina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan, I'm thinking of you and your husband: sending you strength and support. Laura. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyYount Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan,My thoughts and prayers are with you both!Stacey :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steph37822 Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 oops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattiL Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan,Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.Chrissy and Patti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgan617 Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan, what awful news! My thoughts and prayers are with you and will put you on the prayer chain. morgan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poohbear Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 I am so sorry to hear of your news! I can imagine you are having a rollercoaster of feelings, thoughts and fears right now.You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Julia59 Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan,I'm so sorry to hear about your husband. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers that everything will come out A-OK. Try to take care of yourself and hang in there. I know this is hard------------hold on, we'll be thinking of you, we can help you through this. Blessings to you both.Julie :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danelle Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan,Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sending you and your husband positive thoughts and lots of hugs.Danelle and Derrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoGiuliana Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 I also don't pray, but you and your husband are certainly in my thoughts.Please let us know how things are.Katherine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom4cem Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 You, your husband and family are in my thoughts today....hugs to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geneva Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan, sending my thoughts of support to you and your husband. May you have the strength you both need to get through this difficult period. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michiganjan Posted June 17, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Just got home from a long day. The cancer had spread. It is in 2 places in his liver as well as the esophogus and he has swollen lymph glands around the aorta. so no surgery to remove the tumor. going to the oncologist on Monday, will start treatment soon. some time soon i am going to ask for a prayer vigil for a certain time and plan it out maybe for one of his treatment times and I want everyone to pray at the same time, whenever it is set for.For those who posted and said you don't pray, I don't care if it is a prayer to God, just some kind of a prayer. I think that kind works, too. Please take the time to do it. I need it now. His name is Jeff and he is absolutely devestated right now that his cancer has spread.Michigan Janwho is also devastated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyokc Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Hi Jan, I do pray and I pray to God!!! And my husband and I will be lifting you and Jeff up in prayer now and daily. I am a 10 year cancer survivor and was not supposed to survive. Keep your faith and hope no matter what. My motto was "Whatever It Takes!" Sending warm thoughts your way!!! tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaJoy Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan,I will keep you and your husband in my prayers. I will let my husband know of your husband so that he, too, can remember him, and you, in his prayers.Please keep us posted. Remember--the Lord gives us nothing greater than what we can handle. When we get to the end of our strength, we become even stronger because that's when we start to use the Lord's strength.Blessings to you both,LindaJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 OH Jan.... I will keep you and your husband in my thoughts. Wish I could hug you both in the flesh right now. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poohbear Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Jan & Jeff,You are both in my thoughts and prayers! Words seem so inadequate at times like this but please know we care about you and your husband and will support you as best as we are able!!Hugs and prayers are being sent to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Karen Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Dearest Jan, Please know that I too will keep you and your husband in my prayers as well as forward on to others your request for prayer. We will ask for His mercy and healing, hope and peace. I would be reacting just as you are right now: my first thought would be to shout to all who heard me "please PRAY!" God keep you close.Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted June 17, 2005 Report Share Posted June 17, 2005 Hi,I am so sorry for the bad news. I will be prayiing for you and your husband hoping thaat things will settle down.Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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