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Post by Opie on Sept 21, 2021 5:58:56 GMT -5
Given the demographic's here many of us wonder how we'd handle the news. It seems to me you've got your head wrapped around this pretty good. Best of luck and prayers sent.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2021 8:09:51 GMT -5
Prayers sent to you and your family.
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Post by woody on Sept 21, 2021 10:29:23 GMT -5
Too many guitars left to play. We pray for strength and healing. See ya ‘round Moe’s. Next one’s on me.
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Post by De ville on Sept 21, 2021 14:07:19 GMT -5
I'm very glad to hear from you, Jim! Prayers sent for the best possible outcome! +1 Too many guitars left to play.
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Post by jhawkr on Sept 21, 2021 14:10:34 GMT -5
I’m out of the hospital now and apparently they are not worried about me getting addicted to narcotics. A long running Rx for OxyCodone for pain. What they forbid me to take is Tylenol, NSAID, asprin for pain. Apparently the narcotics are easier on the liver. My 1st order of business is rest, recouping, and getting the hospital stench washed off me. I’ll update as I can.
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Post by LTB on Sept 21, 2021 16:24:00 GMT -5
Glad you are out of the Hospital!
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Post by Seldom Seen on Sept 21, 2021 18:19:23 GMT -5
Great to hear you are at least home.
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Post by drifter on Sept 21, 2021 22:54:52 GMT -5
Glad you are home, Jim. Hoping the diagnosis is a mistake.
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Post by Riff Twang on Sept 21, 2021 23:01:59 GMT -5
Thanks for the update. It must feel good to at least be home again and able to sleep in your own bed.
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Post by roly on Sept 22, 2021 1:28:41 GMT -5
I'm on your team.
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Post by WireDog on Sept 22, 2021 12:25:22 GMT -5
How were the nurses? And can you still eat sandwiches? Need a status on that at first opportunity… ;-)
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Post by sfk on Sept 22, 2021 12:43:49 GMT -5
Praying for your healing, comfort and strenth. <3
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Post by Opie on Sept 22, 2021 16:16:35 GMT -5
Glad yer otta da joint, should start feeling normal in about a week.I hate hospitals! Love the folks that do their thing there though !
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Post by jhawkr on Sept 22, 2021 17:21:45 GMT -5
Food wasn’t bad except the heart healthy diet. Several hawt nurses and a hawt female doctor. I go see my oncologist Friday morning to get the official word on biopsy. But, I think I already know based on reactions by other med people who have likely already read the reports. Not good. I had to buy a chair for the shower today and a walker yesterday. But making good use of my time to get prepared.
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Post by roly on Sept 23, 2021 1:41:42 GMT -5
Let's hope there has been an oversite....they DO make mistakes. On your team.
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Post by slacker 🐨 on Sept 23, 2021 12:11:40 GMT -5
Food wasn’t bad except the heart healthy diet. Several hawt nurses and a hawt female doctor. I go see my oncologist Friday morning to get the official word on biopsy. But, I think I already know based on reactions by other med people who have likely already read the reports. Not good. I had to buy a chair for the shower today and a walker yesterday. But making good use of my time to get prepared. This makes me sad. Hang in there buddy.
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Post by jhawkr on Sept 23, 2021 18:26:46 GMT -5
Getting a lot done being out of the hospital. Sold my 2014 Mustang GT and did better than I thought I would. Going to the Oncologist tomorrow morning. Teaching my spouse how I manage the household budget. A lot to do while I still can.
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Post by Auf Kiltre on Sept 23, 2021 18:37:46 GMT -5
You are a big man jhawkr. I cannot begin to imagine how I'd be faring in your situation, but I'm certain it wouldn't be so stoically. Bless you man.
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Post by jhawkr on Sept 25, 2021 19:03:34 GMT -5
Oncologist confirmed Stage 4 Cholangiocarcinoma, bile duct cancer. Prognosis 2 months without treatment. 4 to 6 months with chemotherapy. After much thought and prayer, we decided the extra time might prove worthwhile so if insurance clears, I will start Chemotherapy in 2-3 weeks. I will get all the pain and nausea meds I need. I hope to make it through Christmas.
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Post by Mfitz804 on Sept 25, 2021 19:07:21 GMT -5
Sorry to hear the diagnosis, brother.
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Post by Taildragger on Sept 25, 2021 19:28:04 GMT -5
You're in our prayers.
Strength and courage to you and your family, my friend.
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Post by MoJoe on Sept 25, 2021 19:48:29 GMT -5
'Heads up' for your journey. Glad you're not alone.
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Post by Leftee on Sept 25, 2021 20:05:59 GMT -5
Let us know if there’s anything we can do, brother.
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Post by HeavyDuty on Sept 25, 2021 21:10:35 GMT -5
Aw, hell.
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Post by Larry Madsen on Sept 25, 2021 21:27:36 GMT -5
So sorry to hear this.
Find joy where you can and know Queenie and I are sending our best wishes at this time.
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Post by Sharkie on Sept 25, 2021 21:38:14 GMT -5
Very sorry to hear this brother jhawkr.
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Post by HenryJ on Sept 25, 2021 21:51:57 GMT -5
Sorry to hear the prognosis, but thanks for letting us know.
Praying very hard for a miracle. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
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Post by Peegoo 🏁 on Sept 25, 2021 22:39:48 GMT -5
I’m out of the hospital now [...] My 1st order of business is rest, recouping, and getting the hospital stench washed off me. I’ll update as I can. Holy shmoly, Jim, you are a badass. I probably would've folded up in your situation. Makes me happy that you've been "released on your own reconnaissnce," but dang...getting old is not for sissies.
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Post by Riff Twang on Sept 26, 2021 1:23:23 GMT -5
You will remain in our thoughts Jim, and like the man said, enjoy every sandwich. I wish you all the best.
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Post by K4 on Sept 26, 2021 2:06:23 GMT -5
That really sucks. You are in my prayers.
Might add some hope. My dad was given 3 to 6 months and lived another 5 years. Modern drugs are truly a miracle.
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