Yes, our thoughts and enegeries will be directed to you, Mike. Hang in there. We’re here for you for whatever you need. We’re family.
Prayers for a complete remission and many years of good health and happiness. I pray for you and everyone fighting cancer.Keep yourself positive and listen to the music!
Oof. Gut punch news to get - sorry that this has happened, man. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. If it is any consolation/encouragement, my brother was given 1.5 years over 5 years ago… : )
So sorry to hear this, I wish you all the best.
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family Mike D. May these verses give you some comfort in your time of need and distress.
Psa 34:17 The cry of the upright comes before the Lord, and he takes them out of all their troubles.
Psa 34:18 The Lord is near the brokenhearted; he is the saviour of those whose spirits are crushed down.
Psa 34:19 Great are the troubles of the upright: but the Lord takes him safely out of them all.
you will be in our prayers. Lord’s blessings.
You are right; see how many friends have already given you prayers and good thoughts? Add.mine to the list too, Mike. This is my first post on this forum and it’s for good wishes for you. Hang in there and, as someone else said, enjoy the music!
Take heart, Mike. About thirty years ago when I was a medical student some types of blood cancers were a sure death sentence and quickly, I might add. Today some of these very same diagnoses carry with them a prognosis perhaps better than that of having diabetes. The public is always impatiently awaiting the “Cure for cancer,” but it will never come in that form. The incremental improvements in both survivability of the cancers AND the survivability of the treatments have been absolutely huge in that time period. Current experimental treatments in the areas of gene therapy, targeted immunotherapy and nanotechnology are very promising - we are entering into a new era of medicine. In a sense, all cancer treatment protocols are experimental and undergoing continuous monitoring and revision. The next year may hold a completely new way to approach your diagnosis and I suggest that you arm yourself with as much knowledge about your condition as possible (I’ll bet you already have begun!) and keep aware of new protocols as they emerge. Mental and physical wellness, including diet, play a large role in survivability so do not discount these two. Lastly, beware of the latest trends in lay treatments. Few, if any of these hold water over time but sound convincing when you encounter them. Remember, you are not alone!
My thoughts and prayers are with you. 5 years ago I was diagnosed with a skin melanoma, often a very complicated cancer due to the ability to spread. I’ve had two surgeries and 5 years later, all clear. I’m always vigilant and now make more proactive choices in my lifestyle. Good luck!
Our prayers are with you. Stay strong, wishing you good health, and happiness.
May God bless you and keep you healthy Mike. Hang in there.
Ian
All my best wishes heading your way. Please keep us updated.
Hi Mike,
A diagnosis such as you’ve received can take you down so many paths. Despite all the medical things we can pursue, the essential fact remains that this is your life happening this way. Wishing you quiet and clarity, to listen to the nuanced and true things that are being spoken to you as you slide into a new experience of living. May you be surrounded with great company and good advice for the moments when you need it.
Peace,
Michael
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Wglenn already wrote a lot of what I was going to say, but I’ll piggy back a bit. The treatments are evolving so quickly in this area that protocols I learned in medical school only just a few years ago are already outdated. I literally had a discussion with an oncologist last week about how much myeloma treatments have changed and improved recently. Stay strong and live your life… And enjoy the music.
After a shocking diagnosis that would begin stripping Bob Cafaro of his ability to perform, sheer willpower and changes to his daily life allow him to beat all odds.
Bob Cafaro played chamber music full time and served on the faculty of the University of Virginia until 1983 when he became a regular with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. He later joined the Baltimore Symphony and in 1985 became a member of the Philadelphia Orchestra. In 1999, Bob was stricken with a virulent case of Multiple Sclerosis, which left him nearly blind and without the use of his hands. Defying what doctors had told him, he made a complete and remarkable recovery and has since written a book, been a member of The Rachmaninov Trio since 2003, and has grown passionate in his involvement with volunteer and outreach activities.
You have prayers here too. I’m also a survivor. Stage 3 melanoma. Was told I have a 50% chance of five years.
That was 13 years ago.
Stay positive. You can do it.