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Post by Earthquake-GEAUX LSU TIGERS on Nov 16, 2005 11:26:29 GMT -5
Well, I'm FINALLY back here online. No, the news I rteceived last Monday was not very good. The tumor in my hip did not react to the radiation I went through, in fact may have even grown a little. The tumor that I had been battling, and got it shrunken down to a tiny dot, apparently went home during the break in chemo, and brought back a few of his big brothers. I have about four larger tumors spread now, through both lungs, with a few smaller "areas of concern", as well. It was a real bummer of a day for me, and my wife, as we had been hoping for the best. I was dreaming of returning to work, having a great Christmas, but that gets pushed back for awhile. My options in treatment are slowly changing as well. My choices were chemo, experimental treatments, or NOTHING! Of course I chose more chemo, and already went through a round last week. I'm not ready to give up yet. The doc said nmy chances of it reacting to chemo are 10-20%. That's the bad news. The good news is I am back online and can post again, but unfortunately may not post quite as often. Chemo can be brutal and I expect some not so great days ahead. I've read all your well wishes on the other thread, and of course continue to thank you for all your love, and support. The time I spend online is treasured by me, it takes me away from my problems. Thanks for being here for me. Love to all, 'Quake
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Amaru
Don Corleone
Amaru means "Thankful to God"
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Post by Amaru on Nov 16, 2005 11:35:08 GMT -5
I wish you all the best. My Grandfather died from Cancer and the chemo made him go through horrific pain and he couldn´t even remember names of things like he got the words "mouth" and "nose" mixed up, so I kinda feel what you´re going through right now even though it isn´t that bad and I hope it never will be. so just for your amusement i34.photobucket.com/albums/d103/devylattack/omg.jpg
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Post by skyday1402 on Nov 16, 2005 12:45:36 GMT -5
It's good to have you back brother.
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Post by flairfan75 on Nov 16, 2005 13:55:22 GMT -5
Great to see you around
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Mikey
Mike the Goon
Help I fallen and I cant get up!
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Post by Mikey on Nov 16, 2005 15:05:29 GMT -5
Good to see back online brada. We all hope you can get rid of all of that crap that is in your body.
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arriba
Don Corleone
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Post by arriba on Nov 16, 2005 15:29:36 GMT -5
Welcome back 'Quake...We're all here for you and wish you the best You're in my prayers
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Post by carybatista on Nov 16, 2005 20:16:36 GMT -5
I am praying for you Mr. Quake. Stay positive and you will beat this thing.
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MolotovMocktail
Grimlock
Home of the 5-time, 5-time, 5-time, 5-time 5-time Super Bowl Champion 49ers-and Wrestlemania 31
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Post by MolotovMocktail on Nov 16, 2005 21:09:16 GMT -5
Good to have you back, Quake. I'm still pulling for you, and I still know you can beat this.
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Post by fuzzywarble, squat cobbler on Nov 16, 2005 21:45:13 GMT -5
What a week- first, UTEP gets ranked, and now, Quake is back! Nice to see you again man.
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The Masked Jobber
Mephisto
I am the Brady Boone to Midnight Rose's Billy Jack Haynes.
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Post by The Masked Jobber on Nov 16, 2005 22:40:18 GMT -5
welcome back and keep fighting the good fight, Quake.
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jeffman
AC Slater
American Rock!
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Post by jeffman on Nov 16, 2005 22:55:04 GMT -5
I'm praying and hoping for the best Mr. Tenta. God bless you and your family.
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Post by Hemmeorrhage on Nov 17, 2005 0:57:31 GMT -5
Hey Quake have you discussed radioimmunotherapy treatment for your cancer with your doctor. Its an alternative(legit..not some crazy alternative medicine) for those not responding to traditional methods. Try googling the term. My wife is a cancer nurse and has seen some positive results from radioimmunotherapy. I'm not recommending it as I'm not anything close to a doctor. I only play one in the bedroo...ahhhhh nevermind. Seriously, some doctors are not familiar with the treatment as it is fairly new, so it might be something to look into. I'm going to double post this in the Questions for Quakew go here just to make sure you don't overlook it. I hope the mods don't mind. Here is a quick definition. Radioimmunotherapy may be a therapeutic option for patients who may have failed prior chemotherapy treatment. Treatment with radioimmunotherapy has not been proven to limit subsequent therapy options including chemotherapy, bioimmunotherapy (e.g. Rituximab), extended beam radiation therapy and autologous bone marrow transplant. www.zevalin.com/hcp/description/Radioimmunotherapy_hcp.html
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Post by lelenick on Nov 17, 2005 8:44:31 GMT -5
I'd prefer to see you not around for another week or so than read that. I keep on praying and wishing you wee. Don't give up John, don't give up. The entire Italy is with you, brother!
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Post by Baixo Astral on Nov 17, 2005 9:07:37 GMT -5
Be strong, big man
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Post by theoriginalcody on Nov 17, 2005 11:22:34 GMT -5
Hey Quake I just wanted so say that you have been in my prayer list for a long time. I am so happy that you are a Christian and as such are never alone in the battle you are fighting. For I can do everything with the help of Christ who gives me the strength I need. -Philippians 4:13
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Michael Porter
AC Slater
Earthquake John Tenta...R.I.P. My Friend
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Post by Michael Porter on Nov 17, 2005 15:36:28 GMT -5
John...
You are STILL in my thoughts and prayers. You ALWAYS will be...no matter what!
Michael Porter
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Erik Majorwitz
Bill S. Preston, Esq.
I don't have a PS3.
Longest Crapper- Laying it across the table
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Post by Erik Majorwitz on Nov 17, 2005 15:46:09 GMT -5
Glad to have you back 'Quake.
Semper Fi, Erik Majorwitz
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Post by Shy Guy on Nov 17, 2005 16:50:27 GMT -5
hang in there big guy. you can squash this cancerwhatsitsname
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Post by #Classic Hi-Definition X on Nov 17, 2005 16:57:25 GMT -5
Great to have you back Quake. Keep hanging in there.
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dirtyvicar
Bubba Ho-Tep
Where men are men and the sheep are nervous.
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Post by dirtyvicar on Nov 17, 2005 17:36:57 GMT -5
Glad to have you back 'Quake. I'm still praying for ya. Keep the faith brother.
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