Post by: sol on November 27, 2016, 03:34:21 PM
Last week I was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. Bloody big shock. I've never been in hospital before and I'm just a little bit Shit...g myself. Anyway any of you guys and gals out there who haven't been checked for this cancer please book in and do it asap. I thought it would never happen to me and no family history of it. Also if you have a spare prayer please send it my way. I just may need it.
:cheers:
Post by: Aaron Schubert on November 27, 2016, 03:36:44 PM
Aaron
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Post by: dales133 on November 27, 2016, 03:38:35 PM
All the best mate.
Hope it all gos well for you
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Post by: speewa158 on November 27, 2016, 04:36:39 PM
Sol, in the face of adversity, keep a positive look on life and it's achievements. While we don't know what the future holds, I'm sure within the myswag family we will all be thinking of you and yours at this time. You know you only have to ask here if anyone can do anything to help and if we're true to form you'll receive pm's from just the right people who can help and guide at this time. Hoping all goes as well as can be in your circumstances and keep us updated on progress.
What he said sol
Post by: Raym on November 27, 2016, 05:08:18 PM
Sorry to hear. I hope they caught it early. There is plenty of support out there for you & your family.
Ray
Post by: Traveller on November 27, 2016, 05:15:14 PM
I, too, can sympathise with your plight and wish you well, and like Scarps offer the advice to stay positive. The cruel irony is that sometimes it hurts those around you more than you realise.
Post by: Goshen on November 27, 2016, 05:31:03 PM
I'm sorry to hear your news :( Our thoughts are with you and Jen.
Cheers
Goshen
Post by: Coolblue80 on November 27, 2016, 05:53:53 PM
got it early enough.
Post by: Cruiser 105Tvan on November 27, 2016, 05:57:00 PM
That's Farked. I hate Cancer. Good luck with it all. Fingers crossed you
got it early enough.
What he said, good luck Sol.
Post by: KingBilly on November 27, 2016, 06:11:12 PM
KB
Post by: gronk on November 27, 2016, 06:12:28 PM
Best of luck mate !!
Post by: listo on November 27, 2016, 07:49:15 PM
I've enjoyed your posts in the past & look forward to reading plenty more.
Cheers Sol, you'll bust this
Listo
Post by: glenm64 on November 27, 2016, 08:15:04 PM
Keep the head up and fight on mate.
Cheers Glen
Post by: RobM on November 27, 2016, 08:18:54 PM
I don't know you, I can't imagine how you are feeling, because I haven't been there (yet) but I will pray for you
Post by: chillipepperz on November 27, 2016, 08:22:26 PM
Cheers!
Andrew
Post by: Nomad on November 27, 2016, 08:24:52 PM
Best of luck with the op and treatment. My mum had bowel cancer and beat it.........so can you.
Thinking of you.
Best regards
Paul
Post by: rags on November 27, 2016, 08:29:34 PM
Recently Mum inlaw a very fit and active late 70 was diagnosed with the same. She has had the surgery successfully and is on the chemo journey now but she is going good. Yes you are right in the advice of get tested.
Sol as you are from the North may I offer if you or a family member are looking for a bed in Brissy we have room at our place here on the North side, 3 km from railway , 1/2 hr from CBDS and I even can offer a loan of a car if needed. Send me a Msg if you need anything.
Best of luck.
Post by: tracker on November 27, 2016, 09:02:14 PM
Well I'm off to the big smoke of Brisbane in the next week or so and it's not for pleasure.
Last week I was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. Bloody big shock. I've never been in hospital before and I'm just a little bit Shit...g myself. Anyway any of you guys and gals out there who haven't been checked for this cancer please book in and do it asap. I thought it would never happen to me and no family history of it. Also if you have a spare prayer please send it my way. I just may need it.
:cheers:
Keep positive mate.......keep the NQ fighting spirit going ....Thinking of you and Jen and family.....
Cheers Tracker.....
Post by: macca on November 27, 2016, 09:31:57 PM
macca
Post by: alnjan on November 27, 2016, 09:38:36 PM
Post by: Rob Mac on November 27, 2016, 10:17:47 PM
Did you find it with the govt sponsored bowel screen, I got my second kit December 2015 but sat on (pun) for a while as I was in the middle of chemo for prostate cancer and when I asked my oncologist she advised me not to do it as my cancer was growing against the rectum and may have given a positive, anyway I opened the kit and read the booklet and found I could opt out and opt in again later, that was my second kit, part of the gov program.
It is definitely a jolt to get that diagnosis, 14 months on my psa is down to .12 from 29 plus, so I am OK at the moment. I have a couple of good neighbors and a lot of work colleagues who are very supportive.
Hang in there and as friend of mine in Darwin who is going through chemo for Bladder cancer says, keep harping on your mates to get TESTED regularly for everything.
Cheers.
Post by: AdrianLR on November 27, 2016, 10:55:53 PM
Adrian
Post by: prodigyrf on November 28, 2016, 12:58:21 AM
Caught early, you have an excellent chance. Sadly a member of our extended family finally died from bowel cancer 1 1/2 weeks ago at age 31, but I hope and wish yours isn't advanced.
At age 31 is rare and rotten luck whereas we all need to be aware of the usual risk period as Gummint Health is-
http://www.cancerscreening.gov.au/internet/screening/publishing.nsf/Content/bowel-campaign-home (http://www.cancerscreening.gov.au/internet/screening/publishing.nsf/Content/bowel-campaign-home)
Essentially that faecal blood test is an indication of pre-cancerous polyp/s that bleed and if the test is positive it involves day camera surgery to remove them before cancer develops. If you have a family history of bowel cancer advise your GP and they recommend you do testing at a much earlier age so pay attention-
http://www.cancer.org.au/about-cancer/types-of-cancer/bowel-cancer/ (http://www.cancer.org.au/about-cancer/types-of-cancer/bowel-cancer/)
Post by: achjimmy on November 28, 2016, 05:48:51 AM
Post by: Fizzie on November 28, 2016, 07:06:16 AM
My mum was another one who was diagnosed with bowel cancer at age 70. They successfully removed a section & she lived a normal life for another 20 odd years, so if they've caught it early, you've got an excellent chance that everything will be fine!
On the subject of the screening kits, my GP said not to bother with them as I get the 5-yearly up- & down- oscopies.
Good luck & best wishes to you & your family.
Graeme
Post by: Fizzie on November 28, 2016, 07:10:24 AM
The colonoscopy is okay it's the prep I hate, you would think by now they could make it taste okay
They rang me early this year to remind me my 5 years was up, so when can we book you in?
Chatting to the lady as she put things through & asked if the prep had improved? She chuckled, said "Sorry, no, it hasn't" & added that every person she speaks to asks exactly the same question! :'(
Post by: sol on November 28, 2016, 08:47:46 AM
I'll keep you up to date on my progress.
I hope you guys and gals go get the check up if you haven't already.
I've just had my first grand child come into my life and want to spend so much time with her so I'm going to fight this mongrel as hard as I can.
Cheers guys, thanks for being there
sol ;D
Post by: alnjan on November 28, 2016, 09:50:55 AM
They rang me early this year to remind me my 5 years was up, so when can we book you in?
Chatting to the lady as she put things through & asked if the prep had improved? She chuckled, said "Sorry, no, it hasn't" & added that every person she speaks to asks exactly the same question! :'(
Yep great stuff. Due to my age and my Mum dying from bowel cancer I am supposed to be checked every two years. Something to look forward to, just fix the prep.
Post by: edz on November 28, 2016, 09:54:26 AM
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Post by: tracker on November 28, 2016, 11:33:33 AM
Thanks so much guys. You are an amazing bunch. :cup:
I'll keep you up to date on my progress.
I hope you guys and gals go get the check up if you haven't already.
I've just had my first grand child come into my life and want to spend so much time with her [color=red]sofight this I'm going to mongrel as hard as I can.[/color]
Cheers guys, thanks for being there
sol ;D
That's the only way Queenslanders know.........^5 Sol.
Cheers Tracker
Post by: oldmate on November 28, 2016, 12:04:27 PM
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Post by: Foo on November 28, 2016, 05:07:02 PM
Foo
Your worst nightmare is behind you. 😈
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Post by: GGV8Cruza on December 02, 2016, 06:18:10 PM
GG
Post by: sol on December 13, 2016, 04:17:27 PM
Thanks guys for all the well wishes :cup:
sol ;D :cheers:
Post by: UIZ733 on December 13, 2016, 04:25:50 PM
I should live for another 30 years. ;D :D. Bloody beauty. :cup:Only 30? ;D
Thanks guys for all the well wishes :cup:
sol ;D :cheers:
Post by: oldmate on December 13, 2016, 04:26:08 PM
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Post by: oldmate on December 13, 2016, 04:27:07 PM
Only 30? ;D
He is already 85. How long do you want him to live for??
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Post by: Cruiser 105Tvan on December 13, 2016, 04:28:45 PM
Well done, top result.
Post by: GeoffA on December 13, 2016, 04:43:51 PM
:cheers:
Post by: Fizzie on December 13, 2016, 04:54:05 PM
#30 Years, You should have the Doctor put it in writing.
& is the warranty period the full 30 years; with a money back, or new for old replacement, guarantee? :D
Fantastic news mate! :cup:
Post by: Goshen on December 13, 2016, 05:08:44 PM
G
Post by: Raym on December 13, 2016, 06:08:41 PM
Post by: sol on December 13, 2016, 06:11:44 PM
His exact words were "at least another 30 years". My only concern was the grin on his face. ;D
The op is on the 22nd of December at the Royal Brisbane Hospital.
Not a bad Xmas prez to be told the news I reckon.
:cheers:
Post by: macca on December 13, 2016, 06:13:19 PM
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Post by: gronk on December 13, 2016, 06:13:31 PM
My mum was another one who was diagnosed with bowel cancer at age 70.
My mum was diagnosed when she was 40......had 90% of the bowel removed....no chemo back in those days....she's now 88...
A colonoscopy is a painless easy procedure ( except for the taste of the prep ) and should not discourage anyone from keeping their body healthy, especially if you are over 50.
Post by: Foo on December 13, 2016, 06:59:04 PM
Foo
Hurry up corkhead!
Post by: listo on December 13, 2016, 07:13:57 PM
Post by: speewa158 on December 13, 2016, 07:20:54 PM
May you drink 1000000 beers
& out live the Quacks :cheers:
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Post by: tracker on December 14, 2016, 04:47:41 AM
Heaven don't want ya and hell is frightened you will take over........... :cup: :cup: :cup: :cup:
Fantastic news mate !!!!
Post by: Discoduck on December 14, 2016, 01:59:23 PM
All the very best for the wee op, Sol, and enjoy your Christmas jollies (if allowed :cheers: ).
Isn't it great that through myswag there is an extended family of support?
I guess tho that :worthles: doesn't apply ;D
Post by: KingBilly on December 14, 2016, 02:11:49 PM
Happy Christmas to you and your family
KB
Post by: sol on December 14, 2016, 03:33:00 PM
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X1000000000 mate. :cup:
:cheers:
Post by: rags on December 21, 2016, 06:04:50 PM
good luck tomorrow, hope all goes well. I pray for a speedy recovery.
Post by: KingBilly on December 21, 2016, 06:10:50 PM
KB
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Post by: edz on December 21, 2016, 06:41:41 PM
Nahh All the best and hope all goes well, I'm sure there's a few beers with your name all over them chilled and waiting at home .
Post by: sol on December 21, 2016, 07:15:37 PM
:cheers:
Post by: Cruiser 105Tvan on December 21, 2016, 07:17:04 PM
It'll all be over and done real soon.
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Post by: sol on December 22, 2016, 08:31:27 PM
I'm lying in bed here smiling from ear to ear. The surgeon just left and it was a 100 per cent success.
All the cancer has been taken out and I'm going to be around for another 30 years.😀😀😀😀😀😀.
Thanks everyone I'm so lucky to get another chance to do the things I've wanted to do. You guys are legends. :cup:
:cheers:
Post by: Cruiser 105Tvan on December 22, 2016, 08:34:14 PM
Top Stuff.
Time to get on with the rest of your life and really enjoy yourself.
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Post by: KingBilly on December 22, 2016, 09:00:16 PM
KB
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Post by: rags on December 22, 2016, 09:37:53 PM
I'm going to request a camera job in the new year,
better to be lucky than too late. :cheers:
Not sure how soon you are out and heading back north but a myswaggers catch should be in order, however I won't be around after Xmas new year.
Post by: Fizzie on December 23, 2016, 07:15:19 AM
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Cheers
G
Post by: prodigyrf on December 24, 2016, 09:24:14 AM
Great news Sol, your thread persuaded me to take part in the National Bowel Screening test, I got a good result, so thanksWell I can back that up with my experience. Like most blokes I avoid the quack until I've slashed myself and need some stitches plus their ubiquitous tetanus shot, or I need a metal splinter out of my eye and then the doc takes the opportunity to stick his finger up my bum and a heap of other tests and stuff. It was one of those occasions when I was past 50 and he wants me to do the faecal blood test- https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/screening (https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/screening)
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Once you do one they keep sending them every year so I've done 4 years in a row all negative and the 5th rolls up and I'm thinking what a load of baloney and why am I spending 30 odd bucks on this crap every year? I'm about to throw the 5th test kit in the bin when the missus bails me up with 'have you done that test yet?' so I grudgingly do it to keep her happy.
That was the positive one alright so I'm quickly booked for a day surgery colonoscopy with the Colonlytely/Picolax treatment the day before. Don't make the mistake of thinking that gear isn't working and go for a walk around the block as I was lucky to get home in time when it kicked in. Streuth by the time it's finished you could open your mouth to the prevailing wind and it will blow straight through and out your backside. Turns out I had one pre-cancerous polyp which was lasered off and all good and subsequent tests have been negative.
Many of us can take such polyps to the grave dying of a ripe old age, but they do know now many can develop into bowel cancer and it's not a pleasant way to die as I witnessed a mate's father fade away in hospital with it over 6 months. Consequently Govt Health knows there's good return in terms of health costs for regular screening so avail yourself of their knowledge and free testing for over 50s. Like my mate with his father's history he does a screening test every year now.
Post by: sol on December 24, 2016, 12:03:33 PM
Well I can back that up with my experience. Like most blokes I avoid the quack until I've slashed myself and need some stitches plus their ubiquitous tetanus shot, or I need a metal splinter out of my eye and then the doc takes the opportunity to stick his finger up my bum and a heap of other tests and stuff. It was one of those occasions when I was past 50 and he wants me to do the faecal blood test- https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/screening (https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/screening)
Once you do one they keep sending them every year so I've done 4 years in a row all negative and the 5th rolls up and I'm thinking what a load of baloney and why am I spending 30 odd bucks on this crap every year? I'm about to throw the 5th test kit in the bin when the missus bails me up with 'have you done that test yet?' so I grudgingly do it to keep her happy.
That was the positive one alright so I'm quickly booked for a day surgery colonoscopy with the Colonlytely/Picolax treatment the day before. Don't make the mistake of thinking that gear isn't working and go for a walk around the block as I was lucky to get home in time when it kicked in. Streuth by the time it's finished you could open your mouth to the prevailing wind and it will blow straight through and out your backside. Turns out I had one pre-cancerous polyp which was lasered off and all good and subsequent tests have been negative.
Many of us can take such polyps to the grave dying of a ripe old age, but they do know now many can develop into bowel cancer and it's not a pleasant way to die as I witnessed a mate's father fade away in hospital with it over 6 months. Consequently Govt Health knows there's good return in terms of health costs for regular screening so avail yourself of their knowledge and free testing for over 50s. Like my mate with his father's history he does a screening test every year now.
Well said mate. :cup:
:cheers: