This is a discussion on Some worrisome news today within the Bob & Terry's Place forums, part of the The Back Porch category; Well, got the call from the doctor today. The biopsy was mostly precancerous but with signs of beginning cancer. They want me in for surgery ...
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Well, got the call from the doctor today. The biopsy was mostly precancerous but with signs of beginning cancer. They want me in for surgery as early as next week to do a total excision via Mohs Surgery. Nobody can give me a price except that it may be "expensive". Crud..... Looks like the ol' gun fund is going to be empty for a bit.
The joys of being an uninsured small businessman.
But I guess it beats the news being advanced cancer!
If you stand up and be counted, from time to time you may get yourself knocked down. But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again. A man flattened by conformity stays down for good. ~ Thomas J. Watson, Jr.
Hmmmm - well I guess better to know early than much later. Sorry to hear that.
Remembering my late Dad's one - it was IIRC well advanced but they excized it very thoroughly and it did not recur - that was back in about mid 1970's I'd guess. If caught now pre metastatic changes - all will be well but I hear ya re expense aspect. That bit really sucks.
Let us know once done - best got out of the way that's for sure.
Chris - P95
NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member.
"To own a gun and assume that you are armed
is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!."
http://www.rkba-2a.com/ - a portal for 2A links, articles and some videos.
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Man I hate to hear that. But if caught early there is so much better chances of nipping it in the bud. Good luck, and my prayers are with you.
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You are wise to get it taken care of. Back in 2000, I went to my doctor for a routine visit. Based on family history, she would highly recommend that I have a cholonoscopy. I agreed to the test and they found a 20 centimeter pre-cancerous polyp. I had the major surgery and have been free of trouble ever since. I am convinced that my doctor saved my life. Those of you over 50 - don't put it off!
Walk steathly - and carry a big Springfield.
Hang in there - health is more important than a healthy gun fund. You and yours all in my thoughts!
NRA Life Member
"But if they don't exist, how can a man see them?"
"You may think I'm pompous, but actually I'm pedantic... let me explain the difference."
"Carry the battle to them. Don't let them bring it to you. Put them on the defensive and don't ever apologize for anything."
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You and your wife are both in our prayers.
John
Assault is a behavior, not a device.
"Don't never take no shortcuts." Patty Reed, Donner Party
Lifetime NRA member
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Well, thanks for all the kind words everyone. Had the carving done today. Doctor says it looks good and 90%+ chance it'll never be a problem again. Of course they now want full body checks every six months. Says no extensive walking for two weeks. I said you gotta be kidding, I run a shop and walk all day. We compromised, he did some fancy "mattress" stitching and I agreed to try and be careful with how I walk and no kneeling or truck loading. Of course I DO have a forklift!
Now to await the dreaded bills.....
If you stand up and be counted, from time to time you may get yourself knocked down. But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again. A man flattened by conformity stays down for good. ~ Thomas J. Watson, Jr.
Glad that's out the way now and sounds most encouraging. No speeding now on that forklift
Oh - yeah - the bills.- always those
Chris - P95
NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member.
"To own a gun and assume that you are armed
is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!."
http://www.rkba-2a.com/ - a portal for 2A links, articles and some videos.
Be careful about the work, we don't want all that work the doctor did to be ripped out. Keep us informed of how you are doing. And I will keep you and your wife in my prayers.
George
Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe. Albert Einstein
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