Retro Red Diagnosis in

[Retro Red]

The good news is that I was released from the hospital yesterday afternoon; though I did have to return to the ER today because of problems with constipation.

First, let me say a very heart-felt "thank you" for all your prayers & kind thoughts. I was touched by what you folks wrote & shared with me. Also, Spartan deserves a big “thank you” for keeping in touch with me, then relating the latest news here.

I wish I could report that they didn't find anything serious, but I don't like to lie, so I'll just lay the cold, hard facts out on the table with a resounding "thud."

The bad news is I have phase 4B pancreatic cancer, meaning the cancer has spread from the pancreas to other organs such as the liver & some lymph nodes. At that advanced stage, the cancer is inoperable & incurable. I’ll be meeting with my Oncologist Monday morning to discuss what plan of action to take. At present, there are no treatments that cure pancreatic cancer completely, but there are a number of new treatments that can help you live a better & more comfortable lifewith pancreatic cancer. I’ll be interested in trying any of those that don’t make me feel awful or will bankrupt us.

Realistically, pancreatic cancer life expectancy is very low. Once a person has been diagnosed with the condition, general life expectancy is only 5 to 8 months, though 20 percent of pancreatic sufferers will live at least 1 year. The life expectancy for pancreatic cancer sufferers living over 5 years is only 5 percent. The people that have a longer life expectancy have pancreatic tumors that have not spread to the more dangerous regions of the body.

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[mrtackytn]

Please know that you are in my, and many other members of this kilted
community's thoughts and prayers. Having recovered from a quadruple
by-pass surgery in only seven weeks, I am well acquainted with the
power of prayer. Best of luck to you and those you love.

[Kiltedmusiclover]

You are in my thoughts. We are sending you all the prayers and positive energy we can.

[Sheep In Wolf's Clothing]

You and your family are in my thoughts.
Sara
:ootd:

[cormacmacguardhe]

Having been through cancer myself, I can understand the mental and emotional rollercoaster that you are on. One of the best things that you can do for yourself is keep a positive frame of mind. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May the universe bless you and your life.

[The F-H.C.A.G.]

Craig, my heart goes out to you and your loved ones. I hope you know how much we care and wish we could cure you with our thoughts and our love alone.

Be well,

Star

[Cynthia]

I'll be keeping you in my thoughts. Best wishes.

[MacKay71]

Our prayers are with you!

[GDub]

I don't think we've ever exchanged comments in a thread, but hey my kilted friend I'm sending good energy your way. I have a very close friend who survived stage 4 cancer, in fact he's at about 5 years cancer free at this point. It's doable. I have no idea how, but attitude must have something to do with it because my friend has that in spades.

Hang in man and keep the spirit up...

[Dall_Piobaire]

I have a friend with advanced liver cancer, he has been fighting it successfully for two years longer than the prognosis. FIght, fight hard, try everything! Make sure you live the fullest life you can. In truth, none of us knows when our time will come! Stay positive, and my thoughts are with you!