FYI

TKO · March 22, 2013, 11:52:41 AM

Just ot let the Moderators know, I had gall bladder surgery on Feb 25th and during this they had to biopsy a mass they seen while poking around inside me. The results came back and on top of having no job, the gall bladder ordeal, now they are telling me I have lymphoma. I have been undergoing a multitude of tests since then and without going into any of the gross details, it is a real good dose of it. On 3/25 they are implanting an IV port into my chest to give me the chemo treatments through. Wednesday the 27th it's into radiology for a series of heart scans. Then likely by the beginning of next week they will start pumping in the poison. Not sure yet when the radiation treatments will start yet, I'm guessing just as soon.

I'm going to continue doing my regular monthly backups but, I won't be spending much more additional time on the site for a while.

Twoshadows is aware of what is going on and he works at the same place with my brother and he is keeping him up to date on all that's going on.

All for now,

TKO

TwoShadows · March 22, 2013, 12:14:27 PM

I have talked with Terry and well aware of his upcoming treatments. Having a small dose of cancer last spring I am well aware of the tremendous emotional pressure that is put upon an individual during such times. He knows our thoughts and prayers will be with him and his family during this trying time.

Templar · March 22, 2013, 04:09:48 PM

THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION---WILL KEEP YOU IN OUT PRAYERS-----IF YOU NEED ANYTHING LET US KNOW

YOUR FRIEND AND SERVANT----TEMPLAR

Humpybong · March 22, 2013, 09:38:15 PM

My thoughts are with you Terry, hope all is well once completed.

TKO · April 02, 2013, 04:14:25 AM

Chemotherapy begins on Monday morning 4/8.

Get'n kind of nervous about this. Takes 8hrs to administer - Planning on staying up late the night before so maybe I can sleep this time away.

All for now...

TKO

Humpybong · April 02, 2013, 10:52:10 AM

Terry...hope all goes well, will be thinking of you buddy.

I know I cannot help you in anyway but goodluck

Nevol · April 02, 2013, 03:40:56 PM

Good luck with the treatment. I hope everything works out well for you.

Humpybong · April 15, 2013, 09:18:33 AM

Has anybody heard from Terry (TKO).....hope all went well with his treatment.

Maybe Terry (Two Shadows) can give us an update.

TwoShadows · April 20, 2013, 04:23:01 AM

Nothing new to report. Saw Terry the other day in town but he didn't see me in passing. At least he is still up and around. Will try to get with him soon.

TKO · April 30, 2013, 12:56:43 PM

Well, I completed my second chemotherapy treatment yesterday and as expected I'm feeling pretty run down. Luckily I haven't experienced any nausea. Other than that and being extremely broke, all is well. Cathy and the kids are an enormouse help too. I've just about lost all my hair. All for now...

Humpybong · April 30, 2013, 01:57:19 PM

Great to hear from you Terry....glad that you are reasonably well after treatment.

As for the loss of hair......think of how much you will save now that you do not have to go to the barbers for haircuts?

TKO · April 30, 2013, 02:09:55 PM

An upside after all...
Nice to hear from you too mate!

Nevol · April 30, 2013, 11:48:12 PM

Good to hear from you Terry. Hope that you are improving and that things pick up for you soon.

Templar · April 30, 2013, 11:54:39 PM

GLAD TO HEAR THINGS ARE COMIG ALONG AS WELL AS CAN BE EXPECTED---HOW MUCH MORE CHEMO MUST YOU TAKE---I GOT SOME NEWS FROM MY DOCTOR YESTERDAY---I HAVE TO HAVE LEFT KNEE SURGERY IN A MONTH TO REPARE MY KNEE IMPLANT AND THAT WILL BE FOLLOWED BY LEFT SHOULDER SURGERY TO REMOVE SOME CALCIUM SPURS---SO THAT PRETTY MUCH TAKES AWAY MY SUMMER----ONE THING ABOUT GROWING OLDER IS THAT EVERY DAY BRINGS SOME THING NEW----LIKE I JUST FOUND OUT THAT I NOW HAVE A CO-PAY ON THIS SURGERY WHICH I DID NOT HAVE ON PAST ONES---ITS 10%--SO MY KNEE SURGERY WILL COST ME A COUPLE OF COINS---WELL I WILL PRAY SOME MORE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY----DROP US A LINE WHEN YOU FEEL UP TO IT-------YOUR FRIEND AND SERVANT-----------THE TEMPLAR

TKO · May 01, 2013, 07:36:20 AM

I have completed 2 of 6 full treatments (they take about 8 hrs to administer)

After this they will run me throught all of the testing (blood, bone marrow, bone sample, pet scan, heart bulbar and chest xray) to see where I stand and where do we go from there.

Then I'm scheduled to receive a maintenance treatment every 2 months for 2 years to initiate a remission program.

I'm already over it and it is just actually starting.

Oh well...I'm keeping my chin up and hoping for the best. That's all I've got.

All for now,

TKO

Triggersmob · May 01, 2013, 10:27:25 AM

How did I miss this thread before?
Terry, my thoughts are with you and
I wish you a speedy recovery.

TKO · May 01, 2013, 12:29:18 PM

Hey Steve,

I had placed this originally in the Royal Chambers for the Admin and Moderators to absorb first. There are lots of other people I didn't want to be left out of the loop so I moved it into General Discussion for all to know.

You were the first to comment outside the Chamber!

My hats off to you and appreciate your thoughts and wishes.

TKO

Paint Your Wagon · May 02, 2013, 05:45:59 AM

I saw this thread for the first time today

You know I admire your work and wish you a speedy remission

Hansenhome · May 07, 2013, 01:42:05 PM

Terry
I wish you a speedy recovery!!
Best Regards Jeffrey

EgCollector · May 16, 2013, 08:35:29 PM

Terry
Hope you are doing well now
Wish you a speedy recovery my friend

Humpybong · June 11, 2013, 10:35:40 AM

Had a message from Terry (TKO) giving an update:

I had my 4th of 6 treatments Monday. Really feel like shit (for lack of a better word) today. It will only get worse for the net 10 to 15 days. Not spending much time on the computer. Looking at the screen makes me get headaches. I will keep you posted and if you would like to pass this info along to the rest of the gang, I'm ok with that.

Thanks for asking and take care...

TKO

Triggersmob · June 11, 2013, 10:06:49 PM

Thank you for the update, Humpy.
I hope Terry gets well quickly.

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