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Good news, and disappointing news

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    • May 27, 2013 at 10:51 pm
    Ronskidtexx
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      The good news I am still NED of Stage IV Melanoma after 15 months. The disappointing news is that during my recent CT’s of my abdomen, they found a suspicious spot on my pancreas. Turns out to be a Endocrine tumor. Totally unrelated to melanoma. The good news is it is the non-aggressive type of pancreatic cancer. Only less than half an inch in size. Distal pancreactomy surgery scheduled for June 3rd. Saving the spleen. Oh well, guess I will be a two time survivor of cancer!!!!! Scanning for melanoma reoccurances saved me on this. Usually no symptoms untill too late and has spread.

      The good news I am still NED of Stage IV Melanoma after 15 months. The disappointing news is that during my recent CT’s of my abdomen, they found a suspicious spot on my pancreas. Turns out to be a Endocrine tumor. Totally unrelated to melanoma. The good news is it is the non-aggressive type of pancreatic cancer. Only less than half an inch in size. Distal pancreactomy surgery scheduled for June 3rd. Saving the spleen. Oh well, guess I will be a two time survivor of cancer!!!!! Scanning for melanoma reoccurances saved me on this. Usually no symptoms untill too late and has spread. Don’t stop scanning every 3-6 months people. Cancer is not getting me! I am a tough SOB!!!!!!!

      MD Anderson Houston-a great place for eliminating cancer.

      Ron

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        • May 27, 2013 at 11:41 pm
        BrianP
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          Ron,

          From one tough SOB to another, congrats on the NED status and good luck with your up coming surgery.  That's awesome that you caught it early.

          Brian

          • May 27, 2013 at 11:41 pm
          BrianP
          Participant

            Ron,

            From one tough SOB to another, congrats on the NED status and good luck with your up coming surgery.  That's awesome that you caught it early.

            Brian

            • May 27, 2013 at 11:41 pm
            BrianP
            Participant

              Ron,

              From one tough SOB to another, congrats on the NED status and good luck with your up coming surgery.  That's awesome that you caught it early.

              Brian

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