LyndseyG Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 On Halloween last year my mum was diagnosed with cancer of the bile duct. She spent 3 weeks in hospital having what's known as a Whipple procedure, where they remove the bile duct and duodenum. Last week, after having a checkup scan, we were told she has "small lesions on her lung and liver", which she would need to have chemo. Today at the oncologist she has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer. This is one of those cancers that don't show themselves until it's in an advanced stage. There is no cure. She will recieve chemo, but it will be more of a palliative thing. They said that it's too early to say how long she has. This has come as a shock to all of us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucas Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 Lyndsey, I have no words I am so sorry .. I lost my sis to lymphoma, and words can't describe the emotion you must be feeling -- and words do not do justice to the sympathy I have for you, your Mom and family .. damn, this guts me to hear others that are going thru it Just remember everyone is here for you 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 :( :( :( :( :( :( 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Permanent-Rush Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 :( I am sorry to hear 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toymaker Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 So sorry, Lyndsey. Not that it helps to hear this, but I do know what you are going through. Wish there were some magic words, but I guess the best anyone can do is to be there and listen. PM any time if you need to unload. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HemiBeers Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 So sorry to hear that Lindsey. She can only try to make each day the best. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alien Girl Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 Oh wow. I'm so sorry, Lyndsey. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaportrailer Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 Enjoy each moment as best you can.Empty words, I know. Hang in there. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat 3 Posted July 21, 2018 Share Posted July 21, 2018 Lyndsey, I'm so very sorry to read this news. I promise to keep you, your mum and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that you have much love coming to you from your TRF brothers and sisters. I'm a PM away if you need a listening ear or shoulder. Love, hope, strength to you, your mum and your family. -Stephen (TC3) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laughedatbytime Posted July 21, 2018 Share Posted July 21, 2018 So sorry to hear this. Cancer sucks... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldRUSHfan Posted July 21, 2018 Share Posted July 21, 2018 On Halloween last year my mum was diagnosed with cancer of the bile duct. She spent 3 weeks in hospital having what's known as a Whipple procedure, where they remove the bile duct and duodenum. Last week, after having a checkup scan, we were told she has "small lesions on her lung and liver", which she would need to have chemo. Today at the oncologist she has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer. This is one of those cancers that don't show themselves until it's in an advanced stage. There is no cure. She will recieve chemo, but it will be more of a palliative thing. They said that it's too early to say how long she has. This has come as a shock to all of us. I'm SO sorry, Lyndsey!!! I hope she does well with this and doesn't suffer at all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueschica Posted July 22, 2018 Share Posted July 22, 2018 (edited) I'm really sorry to hear this, Lyndsey, that's a lot to face. I hope you and your family can lean on each other for comfort- I'll have you in my thoughts and prayers. Edited July 22, 2018 by blueschica 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted July 22, 2018 Share Posted July 22, 2018 I'm so sorry, Lyndsey, what awful news... Hugs, purrs and prayers. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted July 22, 2018 Author Share Posted July 22, 2018 Thank you, everyone, for your kind messages. They mean a lot to me. You guys are awesome. We visited her and my sister and her family yesterday. Mum is in remarkable spirits. Apart from the fact that she has lost a lot of weight - she said she knew something was more wrong than they thought - you wouldn't know she was poorly. I asked her if she was scared, she replied, "Not really". She pointed out that there's a chance she could live another few years, or only a few months, like my father did. He had cancer too, you see. She will receive chemo once a week for 3 weeks and then a week off for a check up scan. This will go on for 6 months. She has a pre-assessment on Tuesday and then will commence the following week. It is a plan of sorts. The rest we will have to see and take things a step at a time. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucas Posted July 22, 2018 Share Posted July 22, 2018 Apart from the fact that she has lost a lot of weight , you wouldn't know she was poorly. I asked her if she was scared, she replied, "Not really This literally brings tears to my eyes ... Lyndsey, your Mom is a hero and a very very strong person - an inspiration.. It's great that you've gotten past the initial shock and now the plan is in place ... With all the support and great family your Mom has - plus her strength and terrific mindset - I think all that will go a long long way 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
librarian Posted July 24, 2018 Share Posted July 24, 2018 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted July 24, 2018 Author Share Posted July 24, 2018 Apart from the fact that she has lost a lot of weight , you wouldn't know she was poorly. I asked her if she was scared, she replied, "Not really This literally brings tears to my eyes ... Lyndsey, your Mom is a hero and a very very strong person - an inspiration.. It's great that you've gotten past the initial shock and now the plan is in place ... With all the support and great family your Mom has - plus her strength and terrific mindset - I think all that will go a long long way Thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted July 24, 2018 Author Share Posted July 24, 2018 Update: Mum had her pre-assessment. She has been told "all the ups and downs, ins and outs". She will start her chemo next Thursday. They will be putting a PICC line in on her first visit to "save being stabbed in the hand with the cannula every time" in her words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinceuher Posted July 24, 2018 Share Posted July 24, 2018 I'm very sorry to hear this about your mom. Cancer is such a terrible thing that affects so many. My wife was diagnosed with breast cancer 3 years ago. Try to hang in there and I will include your mom in my prayers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhyta Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 I am so sorry to hear about your Mom Lyndsey, that is always hard news to receive. I lost my Mom 2 years ago to the same type of cancer. Sounds like she is a fighter so that will help you both face whatever is in the cards. Take care and God bless you both. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goose Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 So sorry to read this, Lyndsey. wish you and your mom strength as you go through this together. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted July 26, 2018 Author Share Posted July 26, 2018 Thank you Vinceuher, Rhyta and Goose. :) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verena Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 (edited) Friend LyndseyG: I wish God to Bless You and Your Entire Family. This is for you: :hug2: Edited August 9, 2018 by Verena 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 Friend LyndseyG: I wish God to Bless You and Your Entire Family. This is for you: :hug2: Thank you Verena! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 Update on my mum: She has had two bouts of chemo so far. They are giving her anti sickness stuff beforehand and she takes steroids with anti sickness in 3 days afterwards. She says she feels tired and a bit wobbly, but otherwise she is ok. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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