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Offline heartforyou

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On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« on: April 11, 2008, 02:25:21 pm »
Well, I was at the clinic to have the incision inspected. Healing is slow, but steady.

The doc took me apart and told me to sit down for some more bad news.
My second biopsy from a spot on  my leg came back malignant as well.   :(
The verdict : Bowen's disease or carcinoma in situ...

Yes it was a shock.. no I am not OK.
The only positive point was that the surgery will only be performed early June, which means that the situation is not as bad as it looks.

Being diagnosed with two different forms of skincancer within 2 weeks is scary.

Just wanted to share.

hugs

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Offline Dragonette

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #1 on: April 11, 2008, 03:15:26 pm »
Yes, very scary. I don't know much about the different ones even though I really should cos they're so common where I'm from.

I'm really sorry to hear this Hermie and you must be in shock. At least it looks like the doctors aren't panicking and know what to do.

Hugs back at ya,
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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #2 on: April 11, 2008, 03:49:09 pm »
 Hermie You hang in there , we all all here for you . I hope you don't mind if I include you in my prayers . ... Jeff
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Offline GSOgymrat

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #3 on: April 11, 2008, 03:57:44 pm »
Very sorry you are having to deal this. I hope the surgery goes well. Stay strong.
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Offline AndyArrow

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #4 on: April 11, 2008, 04:03:40 pm »
Hermie,

I'm very sorry to hear all you have been going through lately and will be keeping you in my thoughts with hope that everything goes smoothly in June.

AA
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Offline AlanBama

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #5 on: April 11, 2008, 06:47:55 pm »
Hermie,

I am so sorry to hear this news honey.   I've been concerned about you, and now this.....

I am keeping you in my prayers, as always.

with love, from your 'classmate',

Alan
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Offline mjmel

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #6 on: April 11, 2008, 06:53:54 pm »
Hermie, so sorry to read of this newest development.
Good Grief! You certainly have had your share of troubles lately.
A prayer or two when thinking of you.

Mike
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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #7 on: April 12, 2008, 07:32:59 am »
Oh Hermie,  you know I will be keeping you in my thoughts.
   Luv,
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Offline bear60

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #8 on: April 12, 2008, 01:55:56 pm »
Hi Hermie...
I hope everything goes well for you.

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Offline Jeffreyj

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #9 on: April 12, 2008, 08:02:08 pm »
Hemela,
Good grief! Sorry to hear this news. Try to stay strong....I know this sounds like a recording but you know you have to.
Love you allot,
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Offline emeraldize

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #10 on: April 13, 2008, 07:59:10 am »
Hey Love
Sorry to read this new dx.
Sending a warm hug your way.
Your Belgique optimism will win.
Em
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Offline Jody

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #11 on: April 13, 2008, 01:22:18 pm »
Dear Hermie...I'm sorry you got more bad news, but take things one at at time and all will be well...The doctors will stay on top of this and you will beat this.  Stay strong and optimistic as you always are and it will work out.

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Offline joemutt

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #12 on: April 14, 2008, 06:50:10 am »
Herman, I am so saddened by your misfortune. Be well soon. You're such a trooper.
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Offline mudman8

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #13 on: April 15, 2008, 12:38:37 pm »
12 years ago I had 2 basal cell carcinomas removed that left dark scars on my legs quarter size.  Not bad and they never returned.  2 years ago I had Squamous cell carcinoma on my head first one large one removed in surgery. Then several grew and when they were really large and at my wits end Oncology put me in radiation treatment for 8 weeks. I'm bald on top now but they dissapeared  over the next 2 months.

I go in every other month for checkups, have to always wear a hat, no lengthy outdoor activity and sun exposure and have been told they're not "gone". It's amazing how long it can take to get action but once they're treating you it will be thorough and focused.

Good luck, positive thoughts always.
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Offline SASA39

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #14 on: April 15, 2008, 06:40:14 pm »
Hermie , have you done your tumor markers ?
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Offline Robert

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Re: On top of the melanoma carcinoma was found on my leg
« Reply #15 on: April 16, 2008, 12:46:11 am »
Herman.

I'm sorry to hear this.  It's been a rough year so far for you.  Doesn't chocolate have some therapeutic effect on maladies such as this?  Doesn't it at least reduce your stress levels?  You've got the best chocolate in the world.  As your friend I would advise you to go to your local chololatier and get enough for a fortnight, bid.

I miss you hermie.  Sure wish you were coming to Mexico.  If you can make the ticket, you can share my room, gratis.

robert
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