BigSeth Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 I found out Wednesday. I went into the doctor for what I thought was a virus or infection, turned out it was cancer. So that turned out to be the most bizarre day of my life thus far. They believe it's lymphoma and it's pressed against a lung and wrapped around 2 arteries in my heart. It makes it so I get out of breath super easy and the blood flow is inconsistent. We don't know what type or stage of lymphoma yet, I'll find that out Tuesday/Wednesday when I go up to Loyola university to get a biopsy. Anyway, I guess I'm posting because I need to get it off my chest and actually saying it helps keep the denial away. Advice and encouragement might be what I'm seeking as well. These boards get pretty silly, but I've seen some pretty awesome stuff with members helping other members. Well, I feel a little better now so that's good. If you've read this, I appreciate you taking the time. Thank you. dreamwolf 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blanchardoswald Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Wow, all the best brother. True story: my grandfather had lymphoma, he decided to wait it out at home and monitor it. His body ended up going into remission on its own without treatment. He cured himself, and it was the first time the doctors had ever seen that. They did a bunch of tests and studies on him, but couldn't figure out why. I'm obviously not recommending avoiding treatment or anything, but hopefully that story is somewhat uplifting. dreamwolf and David Loyd 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Loyd Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Wow man that's heavy. I have an uncle that had lymphoma. Got treatment and has been cancer free for 15 years now. Sending positive thoughts and vibes your way Big Seth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hipsterasfolk Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Had a co worker who caught lymphoma in his late 20's.....beat its ass and came back to have his highest investment year! Thoughts are with you bud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjb2k1 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 BIG FREAKING INTERNET HUG. two stories that i hope can inspire you: my mom's best friend is a two-time breast cancer survivor. she did the damn thing, got her chemo, got her radiation, got her wigs, and she is alive and well and still amazing to this day. her daughter, who is my age and was my best friend growing up, was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer when she was about three. she had pretty terrible odds, to be honest. they ended up performing a revolutionary procedure (at the time in 1986) where i believe they extracted her bone marrow, zapped it free of the cancer cells, and put it back in her. after all the rest of the radiation treatments etc, she went into remission. my friend jami lived, has always been a fighter, and just turned 30 about a month ago. these two women have inspired me so much throughout my life, reminded me that no matter what, hey i don't have it so bad. tl;dr: two women in my life are tough and you are tough and you will get through this. please keep us updated, okay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abovetheearth Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 I heard many good things about treatment options. Medical advances are so great right now. I wish you all the best. My mother in law has that. Developed it from radiation from having breast cancer. But these pills she's on put her in remission with a now 0 of it showing. Granted she takes the meds the rest of her life. I'll be pulling for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isavedlatin54 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 holy shit man. very sorry to hear this. Keep your head up, you are most definitely in my thoughts today, tomorrow and so on. My friends and I were talking about me trying to quit smoking last night, and your words are the turning point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutzonborglum Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Terrible. I'm really sorry to hear this, man. Hopefully it was caught early enough, and with your mentality, you can beat it. You've got a strong support system, so take advantage of it. I lost my dad twelve years ago to cancer, and it still affects me today. Not an easy journey, but you can do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emo Revival Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Fuck man, I am so sorry. Good luck and don't ever give up. A big part of fighting any illness is mental and staying positive, while not always easy and sometimes impossible, will do a lot to help you. I'm rooting for you, as I'm sure is the rest of the boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Wishing you the best! Stay positive and know that we're all thinking if you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamb117 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 it sounds like you don't know much about it yet, but do you know how it will be treated? chemo vs radiation? i hope this ultimately sounds like advice rather than me just trying to sound scary. you may end up losing your hair, your nails, your taste buds... the hardest part will be how much the treatment drains your body and the side effects from the treatment. it may be as physically exhausting as it is emotionally. i guess i just hope you are prepared rather than having it catch you by surprise. in september 2006, doctors told my mom she had six months to live. almost seven years later she's still alive and kicking. even if you're feeling hopeless, know there's always reason to hope and stay positive. RowBearToe and David Loyd 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterrod Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 My thoughts are with you. Try to stay positive and we'll be here on the board to help spread those positive vibes whenever you need them. You'll beat it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebiglebowski Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Bummer man. I think Ajxd is actually a laboratory scientist working on cancer fighting drugs. Not that you are scouring VC for a doc but he may be able to put things in perspective for you with some in depth knowledge of the road ahead for you. Nice dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fooood Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Wishing you the best! Try to stay positive! And fight though this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 We're all rooting for you brother. You'll kick it's ass, you're BIG Seth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
videogamesandvinyl Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Sorry to hear the news. Remember, nothing is impossible and every fight in life is winnable. Keep your head up, stay positive, & persevere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 stay strong, try to find the positive of each day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PC Music Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Hoping that things turn out for the best. Stay optimistic and I'm sure they will. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronniegwilliams Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Seriously, fuck cancer. With enough determination and a positive attitude you'll kick it's ass buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LIGMA_BALLZ Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 My father in law and my grandpa just beat cancer. Keep the faith!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacredheart Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 There is nothing I can really say to make it any better for you and since I dont know you it wouldnt really mean too much, but I seriously hope you kick its ass man. I recently found out that one of my friends who is a huge inspiration to me as it was, has come back from both breast and ovarian cancer before I knew her. She shows no signs of it and I wish I could live my life as well as she does, so there is hope for you man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David The Gnome Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Definitely sorry to read this but hopefully down the road you're able to look back on this as an important time in your life that helped you grow and realize how much strength you've really got inside of you. Pulling for you hard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 I don't know what kind of strength and support an Internet post can provide, but I'm hoping that this one maxes out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnstiles Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 stay positive man, you'll beat it. Loyola has a great medical team. (I go to school there, not for medicine though). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 my first thought after i read this was the death of my grandpa when i still was a child. it´s only bond to bad memories for me. i trully hope it will work out for you; you´re going to make it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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