BBChevro
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Just looking in to check - any health updates?
A Shed Downunder.
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HOTFR8
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As I posted once before no news is good news.
Terrick down Under
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Well, then "here is to no news".
HOTFR8
Banned
What is this topic doing on page 4 ? 
OK. Just to update 1/2 is going along slowly and not at his usual pace. Treatment has really slowed him down and it is an effort to do many things.
I sent him some photos yesterday to cheer him up and I got a pretty good response but like every thing it is an effort for him given all he is dealing with at present. Four hours travel to treatment as we all know would not be enjoyable when you are not well.
OK. Just to update 1/2 is going along slowly and not at his usual pace. Treatment has really slowed him down and it is an effort to do many things.
I sent him some photos yesterday to cheer him up and I got a pretty good response but like every thing it is an effort for him given all he is dealing with at present. Four hours travel to treatment as we all know would not be enjoyable when you are not well.
Andrew-357
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Yes no news is good news!
treatment is slowing dad just a tad however he still has the energy to make sure I don't mess up his shed.... secondly still has the detective eye to notice everything I touch 
treatment is slowing dad just a tad however he still has the energy to make sure I don't mess up his shed.... secondly still has the detective eye to notice everything I touch hewey
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Thanks for the updates guys.
oldironfarmer
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I think about Steve every single day and miss his posts here.
shortykorte
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Yes no news is good news!
good to hear.BBChevro
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What is this topic doing on page 4 ?
OK. Just to update 1/2 is going along slowly and not at his usual pace. Treatment has really slowed him down and it is an effort to do many things.
I sent him some photos yesterday to cheer him up and I got a pretty good response but like every thing it is an effort for him given all he is dealing with at present. Four hours travel to treatment as we all know would not be enjoyable when you are not well.
Yes no news is good news!
Thanks for the updates Simon & Andrew
drivesitfar
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1/2: sorry i've haven't made time to log on GJ this summer to read threads and post. just now hearing you are not well so i'm sending my prayers and best wishes. last time i was on GJ i know you had a cold and the weather was starting to get a bit chilly, but it sounds like after reading a few posts that maybe it's a bit more than that.
i'm back to ask you lots more questions if you feel up to posting more about anything you choose to cause when you are resting you are still busier than most of us on our good days.
GET WELL SOON!!
i'm back to ask you lots more questions if you feel up to posting more about anything you choose to cause when you are resting you are still busier than most of us on our good days.
GET WELL SOON!!
Lyndon
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Drives -you're back! Excellent!
I have communicated with Steve a few times by phone message. He is still undergoing treatment that is a fair drive from his place.
Lyndon
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BuickFarmer
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Guys, thank you one and all so much
I was summoned to the docs today and he had read the results from yesterdays CT Scan and it is a collapsed left lung, I have been referred to a specialist and it looks like an op in the next week is quite on the cards
One good thing about all this I get to use up some of the 12 months sick leave I have accrued after I get over this on some QST again...
Thanks again and enjoy your day...
Still playing catch up on here and was shocked and saddened to reach this ^^ post! Steve, if you're reading, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and truly look forward to your return, and soon I do hope!
Andrew and HOTFR8, thanks so much for keeping us posted on Steves condition. If one of you could please give him a personal "missing you and get well soon " message from me I'd really appreciate it? His thread was one of the first I started following here and all his work, many accomplishments and words have been such an inspiration.
Grizz1963
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Keeping an eye from here as well.
Hope it all comes together sooner than later for you.
Hope it all comes together sooner than later for you.
bolensboneyard
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Steve thinking of you also. Thanks for the update Andrew.
xtremek
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Yes no news is good news!
That's a dad for you. Thanks for the update guys. You're still in our thoughts 1/2
To all,
After reading the last 7 odd pages of my thread what can I say ??
Other than I am just truly humbled and would like to pass on my sincere thank you to each and every one of you for your kind thoughts, messages, prayers, best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Please accept this as my personal thanks.
:bowdown
Today is the first time in a month or so I have had enough energy to be able to concentrate to actually put a post together, my journey so far:
Stepping back to my last post ( 6520 ) my GP referred me to a oncology specialist following the results of the CT Scan and blood tests.
Following yet even more scans and in less than 24 hours I was on the operating table undergoing a Bronchoscopy the results of which confirmed the collapsed lower part of my left lung, infection in the lung and Cancer in the Lymph Nodes.
To cut a whirlwind month or so into a paragraph or less it goes like this:
• Three weeks of Chemotherapy here in Shepparton as a sometimes inpatient and a part time out patient then:
• 10 daily sessions of Radiation Therapy spread over three weeks ( with weekend release ) at the new Albury Cancer Clinic a two hour drive from here, as an inpatient.
• Blood tests and more blood tests.
• Scans and more scans.
• I now have a collection of medications that would rival any drug store.
My first round of treatment is now completed with further scans and bloods next week to assess its effectiveness and determine if more is required.
The specialists are very happy with my progress so far even though I still cannot speak very well due to the enlarged lymph impacting on my voice box.
For those of you reading this that have been personally or have familly, loved ones and friends touched by Cancer you will no doubt understand that the treatments have some pretty unpleasant side effects that can last for weeks after the treatment is completed. I might add that not every one experiences the same side effects.
So this is how the treatment has effected me personally, I am lucky in many respects that I have gotten off pretty lightly compared to some of the other patients I have crossed paths with.
• A low blood cell count after the first Chemo requiring an infusion that has corrected things now.
• Calcium and Potassium levels were up the creek but we are on top of that now.
• I am still very prone to any infection.
• Fatigue, at the moment I would struggle to fight my way out of a wet paper bag even just taking a shower is an effort.
• Difficulty in maintaining any period of concentration.
• I am starting to see quite a bit of hair loss now.
• Loss of appetite, over the last few months I have lost just on 20 kg ( I could have done loosing a few kgs in any case ) and it has been a struggle just to maintain the status quo.
• Nausea, fortunately I think I have escaped the worst of it.
• Mouth ulcers - as above.
• Diarrhoea - yes
• Constipation - yes but learning manage that one. ( hurt, pain and agony )
• Taste changes - about the only thing I can tolerate eating or drinking is high protein supplements, diluted lemonade, chocolate, ice cream and soft sweets ( note to file - all approved by the Dietician )
• As the radiation has been concentrated around my throat it actually burns and blisters the oesophagus and is extremely painful to swallow anything but I have some meds to help with that but it is still not easy by any stretch.
So that's where I am at for the moment, just going with the flow so to speak.
Every day I can notice small improvements in my overall well being and I know we are heading in the right direction.
The support both Mrs 1/2 Cup & I have received from every one and I mean absolutely every one has just been so overwhelming I don't know where to begin.
Out here we have a terrific Cancer Support Network and we cannot thank them enough for what they have done to make the journey that much easier for us.
http://www.cancervic.org.au/
I will pop in from time to time as I can. Heck I have some catching up to do.
Sincerely thank you one and all...
After reading the last 7 odd pages of my thread what can I say ??
Other than I am just truly humbled and would like to pass on my sincere thank you to each and every one of you for your kind thoughts, messages, prayers, best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Please accept this as my personal thanks.
:bowdownToday is the first time in a month or so I have had enough energy to be able to concentrate to actually put a post together, my journey so far:
Stepping back to my last post ( 6520 ) my GP referred me to a oncology specialist following the results of the CT Scan and blood tests.
Following yet even more scans and in less than 24 hours I was on the operating table undergoing a Bronchoscopy the results of which confirmed the collapsed lower part of my left lung, infection in the lung and Cancer in the Lymph Nodes.
To cut a whirlwind month or so into a paragraph or less it goes like this:
• Three weeks of Chemotherapy here in Shepparton as a sometimes inpatient and a part time out patient then:
• 10 daily sessions of Radiation Therapy spread over three weeks ( with weekend release ) at the new Albury Cancer Clinic a two hour drive from here, as an inpatient.
• Blood tests and more blood tests.
• Scans and more scans.
• I now have a collection of medications that would rival any drug store.
My first round of treatment is now completed with further scans and bloods next week to assess its effectiveness and determine if more is required.
The specialists are very happy with my progress so far even though I still cannot speak very well due to the enlarged lymph impacting on my voice box.
For those of you reading this that have been personally or have familly, loved ones and friends touched by Cancer you will no doubt understand that the treatments have some pretty unpleasant side effects that can last for weeks after the treatment is completed. I might add that not every one experiences the same side effects.
So this is how the treatment has effected me personally, I am lucky in many respects that I have gotten off pretty lightly compared to some of the other patients I have crossed paths with.
• A low blood cell count after the first Chemo requiring an infusion that has corrected things now.
• Calcium and Potassium levels were up the creek but we are on top of that now.
• I am still very prone to any infection.
• Fatigue, at the moment I would struggle to fight my way out of a wet paper bag even just taking a shower is an effort.
• Difficulty in maintaining any period of concentration.
• I am starting to see quite a bit of hair loss now.
• Loss of appetite, over the last few months I have lost just on 20 kg ( I could have done loosing a few kgs in any case ) and it has been a struggle just to maintain the status quo.
• Nausea, fortunately I think I have escaped the worst of it.
• Mouth ulcers - as above.
• Diarrhoea - yes
• Constipation - yes but learning manage that one. ( hurt, pain and agony )
• Taste changes - about the only thing I can tolerate eating or drinking is high protein supplements, diluted lemonade, chocolate, ice cream and soft sweets ( note to file - all approved by the Dietician )
• As the radiation has been concentrated around my throat it actually burns and blisters the oesophagus and is extremely painful to swallow anything but I have some meds to help with that but it is still not easy by any stretch.
So that's where I am at for the moment, just going with the flow so to speak.
Every day I can notice small improvements in my overall well being and I know we are heading in the right direction.
The support both Mrs 1/2 Cup & I have received from every one and I mean absolutely every one has just been so overwhelming I don't know where to begin.
Out here we have a terrific Cancer Support Network and we cannot thank them enough for what they have done to make the journey that much easier for us.
http://www.cancervic.org.au/
I will pop in from time to time as I can. Heck I have some catching up to do.
Sincerely thank you one and all...
Ralf99
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Holy **** Batman - can't keep those Shepp lads down! Keep up the good work.
Lyndon
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Steve
I sympathise, & acknowledge all that you are going through, & I hope the symptoms dissipate over the coming months. Family & friend support is very important & appreciated. Keep up the good fight. Good to hear from you on here.
Lyndon
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I sympathise, & acknowledge all that you are going through, & I hope the symptoms dissipate over the coming months. Family & friend support is very important & appreciated. Keep up the good fight. Good to hear from you on here.
Lyndon
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Grizz1963
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Morning Steve,
It is good to see you surface again.
All I can wish you is a speedy and comfortable recovery.
And to keep the faith.
We are all here looking out for and concerned for you.
Look after yourself and keep in touch as your body and mind allows.
It is good to see you surface again.
All I can wish you is a speedy and comfortable recovery.
And to keep the faith.
We are all here looking out for and concerned for you.
Look after yourself and keep in touch as your body and mind allows.
Redwolf947
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I'm so glad to see you posting again 1/2. I Pray for a fast an complete recovery.
HOTFR8
Banned
Great to see you posting. I was aware you had been on the forum reading posts so it is great to have you back posting.
They sound like all things I am told not to eat........ He must be some good Dietitian.
They sound like all things I am told not to eat........
He must be some good Dietitian.
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taumac
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Glad to see the man myself posting... wow, you been through a a lot. Speedy recovery my friend speedy recovery.
jon72vega
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1/2 Cup,
Great to see you post again!
My wish and prayer for you is that you have a quick recovery.
Hang in there.
We are all pulling for you!
Great to see you post again!
My wish and prayer for you is that you have a quick recovery.
Hang in there.
We are all pulling for you!
03.
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1/2 cup,
I know the treatment ***** mate, and the side effects are both weird and frustrating, and the mental anguish cannot be described. Get a notepad for your memory, it sounds silly but it worked for me, I got the idea from others who had been there. Sounds like your better half will be your best asset, God knows mine was, I really don't think I would have made it without her.
Remember, you WILL get through this, and eventually you will be looking back and laughing at some of the things that are torturing you now.
Oh, and take it easy
Lyndsay.
I know the treatment ***** mate, and the side effects are both weird and frustrating, and the mental anguish cannot be described. Get a notepad for your memory, it sounds silly but it worked for me, I got the idea from others who had been there. Sounds like your better half will be your best asset, God knows mine was, I really don't think I would have made it without her.
Remember, you WILL get through this, and eventually you will be looking back and laughing at some of the things that are torturing you now.
Oh, and take it easy
Lyndsay.
metalhead140
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Ouch... Hope you are feeling better soon mate.
Keep up the fight. I know what you are talking about. I am starting to feel better since I finished CHEMO. You are in my thoughts. The best of luck to you in this ordeal. As had been said in a previous post your wife is more than your best friend. Take care.
walt
walt
hewey
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Sounds like a terrible time mate, and still some hard yards in front of you too, but glad to see you back on here. All the best with the ongoing recovery.
rmalkow2
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Steve,
Adding my best wishes to all the above. Good to see a post from you and hoping for continued steady improvement. Peace to you and your family as you fight this. Know that you have a lot of support not only locally but around the world.
Bob
Adding my best wishes to all the above. Good to see a post from you and hoping for continued steady improvement. Peace to you and your family as you fight this. Know that you have a lot of support not only locally but around the world.
Bob
BuickFarmer
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To all,
After reading the last 7 odd pages of my thread what can I say ??
Other than I am just truly humbled and would like to pass on my sincere thank you to each and every one of you for your kind thoughts, messages, prayers, best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Please accept this as my personal thanks.
Today is the first time in a month or so I have had enough energy to be able to concentrate to actually put a post together, my journey so far:
Stepping back to my last post ( 6520 ) my GP referred me to a oncology specialist following the results of the CT Scan and blood tests.
Following yet even more scans and in less than 24 hours I was on the operating table undergoing a Bronchoscopy the results of which confirmed the collapsed lower part of my left lung, infection in the lung and Cancer in the Lymph Nodes.
To cut a whirlwind month or so into a paragraph or less it goes like this:
• Three weeks of Chemotherapy here in Shepparton as a sometimes inpatient and a part time out patient then:
• 10 daily sessions of Radiation Therapy spread over three weeks ( with weekend release ) at the new Albury Cancer Clinic a two hour drive from here, as an inpatient.
• Blood tests and more blood tests.
• Scans and more scans.
• I now have a collection of medications that would rival any drug store.
My first round of treatment is now completed with further scans and bloods next week to assess its effectiveness and determine if more is required.
The specialists are very happy with my progress so far even though I still cannot speak very well due to the enlarged lymph impacting on my voice box.
For those of you reading this that have been personally or have familly, loved ones and friends touched by Cancer you will no doubt understand that the treatments have some pretty unpleasant side effects that can last for weeks after the treatment is completed. I might add that not every one experiences the same side effects.
So this is how the treatment has effected me personally, I am lucky in many respects that I have gotten off pretty lightly compared to some of the other patients I have crossed paths with.
• A low blood cell count after the first Chemo requiring an infusion that has corrected things now.
• Calcium and Potassium levels were up the creek but we are on top of that now.
• I am still very prone to any infection.
• Fatigue, at the moment I would struggle to fight my way out of a wet paper bag even just taking a shower is an effort.
• Difficulty in maintaining any period of concentration.
• I am starting to see quite a bit of hair loss now.
• Loss of appetite, over the last few months I have lost just on 20 kg ( I could have done loosing a few kgs in any case ) and it has been a struggle just to maintain the status quo.
• Nausea, fortunately I think I have escaped the worst of it.
• Mouth ulcers - as above.
• Diarrhoea - yes
• Constipation - yes but learning manage that one. ( hurt, pain and agony )
• Taste changes - about the only thing I can tolerate eating or drinking is high protein supplements, diluted lemonade, chocolate, ice cream and soft sweets ( note to file - all approved by the Dietician )
• As the radiation has been concentrated around my throat it actually burns and blisters the oesophagus and is extremely painful to swallow anything but I have some meds to help with that but it is still not easy by any stretch.
So that's where I am at for the moment, just going with the flow so to speak.
Every day I can notice small improvements in my overall well being and I know we are heading in the right direction.
The support both Mrs 1/2 Cup & I have received from every one and I mean absolutely every one has just been so overwhelming I don't know where to begin.
Out here we have a terrific Cancer Support Network and we cannot thank them enough for what they have done to make the journey that much easier for us.
http://www.cancervic.org.au/
I will pop in from time to time as I can. Heck I have some catching up to do.
Sincerely thank you one and all...
Today is the first time in a month or so I have had enough energy to be able to concentrate to actually put a post together, my journey so far:
he says , then proceeds with a post a journalist would be proud of with LISTS and bullets so typical of his always great fun reads.
Thank you for the update and So glad to see you back. Hope you continue to improve, we are all pulling for you!Bob Heine
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Steve, it's good to hear from you and even better to hear your health is improving. I know, from Lyndon and another dear friend Down Under that you have a superb oncology treatment and recovery support system. Your new full-time job is to take care of yourself and get better.
I want to thank you for the long and detailed post. I (we?) would also be happy with a smilie from you to let us know how you are doing:
Feeling great day
Feeling OK day
Bummer day
Chemo day
Sick and tired day
I want to thank you for the long and detailed post. I (we?) would also be happy with a smilie from you to let us know how you are doing:
Feeling great day Feeling OK day Bummer dayChemo daySick and tired dayFinallygotit
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RivennHewn
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Can't wait til your done with this, and can 
it off your to do list!
All the best,
it off your to do list!All the best,
shortykorte
Well-known member
Simply put what they said. I feel for you. Sounds like an unpleasant time.
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Terrick down Under
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1/2, i can relate to the mouth ulcers, i get 140 at a time and the taste of anything is bloidy awful, yogurt is my only savior. I have a couple of friends with cancer at the moment and it is a worry.
So, i wish upon you a steady, better tasting, recovery.
So, i wish upon you a steady, better tasting, recovery.
C_F
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This is my first post in your thread, 1/2. I have been meaning to jump in & post earlier, but when you're on the outside looking at a thread with over 6,600 posts, a guy needs to commit some serious time to reading it! And until today, I wimped out. 
Anyway, many thanks to HOTFR8 for steering me here. I'm glad to hear that you're on the mend, I wish you the best & hope you will have a speedy and full recovery.
Anyway, many thanks to HOTFR8 for steering me here. I'm glad to hear that you're on the mend, I wish you the best & hope you will have a speedy and full recovery.
gazza
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Welcome back Steve, great to hear from you.
Thanks for the update, great news that your improving, but remember to pace yourself as much as we all appreciate your individual reply posts its a lot of work to do.
Until you are up and running at 100% I'm sure a generic post reply once a day would be enough to keep everyone happy.
Cheers mate.
Thanks for the update, great news that your improving, but remember to pace yourself as much as we all appreciate your individual reply posts its a lot of work to do.
Until you are up and running at 100% I'm sure a generic post reply once a day would be enough to keep everyone happy.
Cheers mate.
oldironfarmer
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Still praying for you Steve.