Rest In Peace, lomiller1

[Mortimer Snerd]

I'm not sure if I get to have my own thread for this. If there is a more suitable thread by all means move it or remove it.

I've been on treatment for Stage 4 (Metastatic) Colon Cancer almost continually for the last 18 months and the results have been generally really good allowing me an active high quality life in that time. In the short periods where I haven't been on treatment, however, things have not gone so well with the Cancer advancing quickly and aggressively. I recently decided to take a short break for a trip with the intent of starting a new treatment when I returned.

Unfortunately I had some major medical issues arise while I was on the trip. This has left me in a great deal of pain and I now have a heart condition which is a major problem for Cancer treatment. The treatments themselves can be very hard on the heart so there is a significant risk of death. On the other hand in a recent discussion with my Oncologist she feels that without treatment I only have another 2-3 months to live. Nonetheless she opposes putting me back on treatment and instead put me in palliative care to manage the pain.

It may be rash but I've elected to ignore that advice and restart my treatments so Monday I go in for a treatment that the doctor says may kill me. Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

Best of luck lo. Good that you were able to get that quality of life for 18 months.
Professional advice is very helpful but it is your decision, your life. Hope your heart can stand the treatment.

 

[RabidOne]

I'm not sure if I get to have my own thread for this. If there is a more suitable thread by all means move it or remove it.

I've been on treatment for Stage 4 (Metastatic) Colon Cancer almost continually for the last 18 months and the results have been generally really good allowing me an active high quality life in that time. In the short periods where I haven't been on treatment, however, things have not gone so well with the Cancer advancing quickly and aggressively. I recently decided to take a short break for a trip with the intent of starting a new treatment when I returned.

Unfortunately I had some major medical issues arise while I was on the trip. This has left me in a great deal of pain and I now have a heart condition which is a major problem for Cancer treatment. The treatments themselves can be very hard on the heart so there is a significant risk of death. On the other hand in a recent discussion with my Oncologist she feels that without treatment I only have another 2-3 months to live. Nonetheless she opposes putting me back on treatment and instead put me in palliative care to manage the pain.

It may be rash but I've elected to ignore that advice and restart my treatments so Monday I go in for a treatment that the doctor says may kill me. Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

Good luck with treatment. Wish you all the best.
If you want a positive story my mom was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer and after some very aggressive treatment and surgery is in full recovery 5 years on now.

 

[Packofwolves]

Stay strong and believe in treatment and prayers

 

[GeorgeJETson]

I'm at a loss for words.

Sending you all the positive vibes I can. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers, and hope against hope that you'll first be in remission followed by being cancer free.

F*** Cancer six ways from Sunday.

 

[heretik27]

Best of luck you! I hope to see you back again after your treatment succeeds!

 

[Jack7222]

Hey, sending my love as well. Thanks for posting this, and thanks for all your posts here over the years.

Wishing you the best and that you are okay -- no matter what happens.

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Though wise men at their end know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

And you, my father, there on the sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

- Dylan Thomas

Best wishes in your fight.

 

[Potrzebie]

Wishing you all the best, friend. Keep fighting the good fight. My wife was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in 2018 - a 14 % 5 year survival rate as I'm sure you know. She is still here.

 

[lomiller1]

Thanks for the support everyone.

 

[roccerfeller]

@lomiller1

Very sobering to read.

Incredibly Sorry for what you are going through and all the best. Thank you for sharing with us. HFJets is with you

 

[Avocado Coolranch]

You are a fighter which I have the hugest respect. All the best in your treatment. f*** cancer.

 

[wraithsonwings]

Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

Best of luck!

 

[Ginger Papa]

First off,

Best wishes and may you find strength in the positive energy being directed your way from HF Jets. Although it was probably difficult, I think it was good that you chose to share your struggles in order to receive as much support as possible from this community.

I sincerely hope you are among those who fight this successfully & applaud your determination to battle on.

f*** Cancer

 

[The Hobgoblin]

Sending up prayers and as many good vibes as I can.

 

[Nona Di Giuseppe]

Good luck. Pulling for you.

 

[macmaroon]

@lomiller1, all the best to you and keep fighting the battle! F**k cancer...

 

[hardystar]

Take care of yourself. I send my good thoughts your way. All the best.

 

[JetsWillFly4Ever]

f*** Cancer.

Wishing nothing but the best for you and your family.

 

[buggs]

Wishing you good health and good luck along with whatever else might work within your mind. Cancer sucks. Thanks for having the bravery to post this and for your contributions here through the years.

 

[Tasteless Beaver]

Cancer is an evil bastard but it can be beat. We’re all in your corner, pull through and join us when you’re ready, friend.

 

[Romang67]

I'm so sorry. Wishing you the best of luck with the treatment!

 

[LucianoBorsato]

Good luck with your treatment and thank-you for your contributions to this board over the years.

 

[Huffer]

Wishing you as much good thoughts and positivity as I can.

 

[GreatSaveEssensa]

You are what will all envision our beloved Winnipeg Jets to be. A true warrior who fights until the very end even though the odds are stacked against you. Never give up my friend. You’re a hero in my books.

 

[SUX2BU]

Best of luck with your treatment

Fight the good fight and f*** cancer ...........