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Title: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: mikey07840 on March 16, 2012, 11:23:36 PM

I had an ERCP and Endoscopic Ultrasound today, the second set of tests in a few months. My CAT scans show some kind of tumor on the pancreas. I am probably going to need a Whipple surgery where they remove the head of the pancreas, part of the small intestine, the gall bladder, part of the stomach, and lymph nodes near the head of the pancreas. If I need the surgery, I am going to Johns Hopkins for it because they are the best for this kind of procedure.

For the record, I am sick and tired of cancer.

Cancer sucks.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: cassandra on March 17, 2012, 05:39:11 AM

Oh I'm so sorry to hear that Mikey, will ask my dad for prayers for you. Keep strong etc. Yes it sucks,

love Cas

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: jeannea on March 17, 2012, 10:37:20 AM

I hope they're wrong. That is so tough. Hang in there. Be kind to yourself.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: Sluff on March 17, 2012, 01:23:48 PM

Sorry to hear that, hopefully they caught it early and can treat it.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: okarol on March 17, 2012, 06:04:37 PM

 :( Mikey, I am sorry to hear this. I hope you can get the best care possible. Sending you {{{HUGS!}}}  :cuddle; :cuddle; :cuddle;

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: AguynamedKim on March 17, 2012, 10:59:10 PM

Mikey, if this ends up being cancer, I hope you are able to act swiftly to fight it.  I wish you all the best and hope to hear about your recovery soon.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: mikey07840 on March 26, 2012, 03:51:49 PM

The GI specialist I am seeing has referred me to the surgeon. He believes that based on what he saw in the recent testing and my history, that I the masses seen are most likely cancer. I have sent my medical records to the surgeon and are waiting for a callback to see the surgeon.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: Chris on March 26, 2012, 05:27:19 PM

Sorry to hear mikey. Hope callback comes soon.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: okarol on March 26, 2012, 11:26:17 PM

Crap.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: MomoMcSleepy on April 04, 2012, 09:40:18 AM

Good luck in your surgery and treatment, it is a tough break, but you have lots of people praying for you.  So sorry that you have to go through this.  Take care!

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: billybags on April 07, 2012, 07:52:22 AM

Mickey sending you lots of hugs. Life is a shit*er.

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: lmunchkin on April 07, 2012, 06:58:18 PM

What have they decided to do, Mickey?  We are all thinking of you!  Please keep us posted and let us know if there is anything we can do?

God Bless,
lmunchkin

 :kickstart;

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: mikey07840 on April 16, 2012, 05:41:10 PM

Just a quick update. I saw a surgeon in Philadelphia at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital last week. He has dedicated his life to the Whipple surgery. Because the growths on the pancreas have not been proven to be cancer, I need more tests. I need to confirm cancer or not cancer. So far, tests are inconclusive. I am meeting a second opinion doc next week.

So as of now, I know nothing.

I will keep you posted...

Title: Re: I may have Pancreatic Cancer
Post by: lmunchkin on April 16, 2012, 06:16:05 PM

Thanks for the update, Mikey.  We are praying for you!

lmunchkin
 :kickstart;