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pecwae Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Feb-06-07 03:55 PM
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woot, Woot, WOOT!
My scans were clear today! No evidence of disease! My surgeon seemed almost disappointed in a way since I'm not taking the traditional route of sternotomy and the removal of my thymus and all surrounding tissue. After the thymoma was removed thorascopically and showed only microinvasion of the capsule I made the decision to forego further surgery (and it's major) and take the watchful waiting approach. It just feels right for me.

In 4 months I have another chest CT for follow up, but right now I'm tremendously relieved to get through this and to hear of flaming youth's good report from today.

Thank you all for your good vibes, wishes and prayers. I know you helped me through this and I send you my love and gratitude.

:grouphug: my DU Group!
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flamingyouth Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Feb-06-07 04:48 PM
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1. HOORAY!
I'm so glad to hear it!! Been thinking of you today, and wow, this has really made the day complete. :D :hug:

You have to do what you feel is right for you. That *is* a very major surgery, and since they're checking in another four months, it sounds like you're in good, watchful hands.

Wonderful news!!! :woohoo:
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auntAgonist Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Feb-08-07 01:18 AM
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2. FANTASTIC!!
that is wonderful news pecwae! I am so very happy for you! Here's to continued good health :toast:

:loveya:

aA


ooooooooooooooooooh .. I'm SO SO happy for ya!!!!
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LiberalinNC Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Feb-10-07 12:28 PM
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3. There's great news!!!
Something I had learned going through cancer treatment(s) etc., is that NO doctor or medical professional can tell YOU what is best for you. YOU are the chief of your medical team. Keep up the good work!!!
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Imalittleteapot Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Feb-10-07 08:19 PM
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4. Fabulous!
Great news. How is your reconstruction?
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LeighAnn Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Feb-13-07 06:40 PM
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5. *whew*
Very happy sigh of relief on my end. Very happy!
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pecwae Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Feb-14-07 08:26 AM
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6. Thank you all!!
I feel very good. I'm having another inflation next week for reconstruction which is going very, very well. I see a neurologist next week as well to be screened for myasthenia gravis which shows up in about 1/3 of those with thymoma.

I am so blessed to have this group! You're all special Valentines!:loveya: :grouphug:
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LiberalinNC Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Feb-14-07 05:52 PM
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7. Haha...I remember my "fill ups!!" Good luck!!!
Happy Valentine's Day to you!!!
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