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Nervously waiting for liver biopsy results

greg57 — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:25:34 GMT

Hi, Greg here, im new to this community. I have an 11cm tumour in my liver and had a biopsy Mon 2 Sept. I meet with my specialist Wed 11 Sept. Has anyone out there had something similar? What was your outcome? Im dreading what the news might be, so hoping you reach out and we can chat. Many Thanks

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LindaG — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:43:59 GMT

Hi Greg57, so sorry you have to go through this experience. I didn’t have a liver problem so can’t give you any advice with that. I was diagnosed with non Hodgkin’s lymphoma so understand the anxiety as you wait for your biopsy results. Hope and pray that you have a good outcome with your specialist tomorrow. It will be best if you can have someone with you to hear what he says. Take care and always reach out for help. 🙏♥️. LindaG

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greg57 — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:35:13 GMT

Great to hear from you Linda, i appreciate your kind thoughts. I will know my outcome this afternoon. Hoping for the best but kind of prepared for the worst. Fingers crossed. I hope you are doing well. Greg

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greg57 — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 23:06:28 GMT

Well, yesterday i recieved the news i was kind of expecting, i have liver cancer. My specialist says due to its size and location it cant be removed surgically, so i have to have treatment which will cut off the blood supply and hopefully reduce its size, maybe then surgery might be an option. Whilst there is still hope, i cant help feeling im on borrowed time. Its all happened so quick. 4 months ago i was working as a painter, loved the beach, fishing and camping, generally going ok. Now im struggling to find the energy to even get out of bed. Im getting emotional, anxious, depressed, trapped. I guess these are normal feelings for anyone with any cancer and i know im not alone. Love and prayers to everyone who is fighting the battle. I wish you well. Greg

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LindaG — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 02:47:17 GMT

Hi Greg, that’s awful news for you. So. sorry 😢. Yes, one day life is going great and then it changes in a moment. I hope you have family and friends who can support you through this time. The fatigue, anxiety, depression is just so debilitating. You have to trust the medical people who are giving you advice and keep reaching out for help. I am praying for you 🙏♥️. LindaG

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greg57 — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 03:18:03 GMT

Hi Linda, youre so kind, thankyou so much for your words they mean a lot to me. How are YOU doing? I read up on youre condition and was a bit shocked to hear what it is. I suppose you are going through your own hard time. Are you getting treatment? What does your future look like?

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LindaG — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:06:13 GMT

Hi Greg, I was diagnosed in January 2021 after finding a lump in my neck. I had 6 rounds of chemo 3 weeks apart and my treatment was successful. It was a very difficult time but my family were so supportive and got me through it. The medical people were so kind and I hope you have the same care. ♥️ Linda

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Janet1 — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 01:54:20 GMT

Hi Greg

Janet here. I too had liver cancer, 2 types hcc & cholangiocarcinoma which had spread to lymph node so stage 3 now. I had surgery and clear margins means no cancer present currently. Surgery was difficult but I’m here 6 months later. Confronting fear is the most difficult aspect for me and likely you also. It’s best to follow up all your appointments for scans & be advised by your multidisciplinary med team. There are a range of treatments even at stage 4 to assist your progress. If you’re feeling overly anxious inform your Gp and seek treatment to deal with overwhelming circumstances. Good luck 😉

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Janet1 — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 02:13:24 GMT

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greg57 — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 02:24:26 GMT

Thankyou Janet, just feeling overwhelmed at the moment. Glad to hear you had succesfull treatment. Is there a chance it will come back? I will know more when i see the specialist at Liverpool hospital next week and works out a plan for me. Thanks for getting in touch and offering your words of support. Much appreciated, Greg

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Janet1 — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 02:40:55 GMT

Yes Greg cancer recurrence is common. Ongoing scans & tests for early detection provide treatment options. It’s a cancer journey rather than a destination. Like you I find it difficult to deal with.

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Ashley_ccnsw — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 01:31:17 GMT

Hi Greg57

The cancer diagnosis and all the tests, scans, results, treatment process can be so overwhelming, it makes sense that you would be struggling emotionally and physically right now. I'm really hoping it's all treatable for you and you can get through the treatment easefully.

If you're finding that you need some more support, please call our 13 11 20 line and we can link you in to either a counsellor, or some peer support with others with an experience of cancer.

Reach out if you need us. I'm thinking of you.

Ashley

CCNSW

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greg57 — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 01:47:03 GMT

Many thanks, Greg

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greg57 — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:23:02 GMT

Hi Ashley, i would really like to speak with a councilor, im not just going through this cancer issue, but i last worked on 3/8 and made the grand sum of $480. Ive had no income since. Currently trying to claim centrelink but theres a thousand hoops to jump through and im feeling like im completely overwhelmed, its not an easy process. Ive basically sold everything i hold dear. Surfboard gone, gerni gone, mums jewellery gone, only thing left to sell is my soul. I have a beautiful partner of 15 years who has been supporting me financially and emotionally, and im feeling so much guilt that ive been such a burden. I used to be so active but i dont think i will ever get that back. I will be making the call, ive never been so confused and stressed.

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greg57 — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:42:52 GMT

I really hope youre doing well Janet, its a lonely place even with support. I send you love and hope its working out for you. Best wishes xx, Greg

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Maddi_CCNSW — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 23:47:09 GMT

Hi Greg57

It's not unusual for people who have received a cancer diagnosis to feel confused and stressed, it is a confusing stressful situation, If you haven't already called Cancer Council's 13 11 20 telephone number, please call them. The line is manned by allied health professionals, they may be able help you with emotional, and some financial support. I hope you get the support you need. The line is open Monday to Friday 9-5 and is for people in Australia.

Maddi

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greg57 — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:16:03 GMT

Hi Maddi, thanks for the advice, i intend giving them a call tomorrow (Monday). I have a six week break now and my treatment starts on 4 November. Its a treatment called SIRT, im sure you know what that is. I ve also been given access to a social worker who i see on Tuesday, weve already discussed the Centrelink isue and she will be helping me with my claim, uploading documents etc, so that is a huge relief. As soon as i can submit my claim the sooner i might be getting some financial relief. However, im not sure how long the process takes, hopefully only a few weeks. Thankyou again Maddi, your help is much appreciated. Greg

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Cindi54 — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 07:25:58 GMT

Hi @greg57 ,

I'm so sorry to hear about your liver cancer, I don't have that I have bladder cancer.

But I hear the SIRT is very successful which is so good.

Amazing what they can do for cancer these days, "it's not a death sentence" anymore, try to say that to yourself, have trust in your doctors. Try to think that it "could" be worse.

That's what I do anyway. I hope you get a wonderful result.

Thinking of you and sending you a big hug

Cindi x

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greg57 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:29:20 GMT

Hi Cindy, thanks so much for your message and positive thoughts. Im trying to be optimistic, hearing that the SIRT treatment is quite successfull is another reason for hope. Havnt started it yet, but its part of the process i guess. How is your treatment, what path are you going down? Wishing you all the best, and a big hug too. Take care. Greg

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Cindi54 — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:47 GMT

Hi @greg57 ,

I'm going ok at the moment thanks, I'm usually knocked around for the first at least week after my double chemo. Lovely sunny day today so going off walking , maybe in the bush. It's good to get out.