just need to vent a minute

teachergal05

It's been a rough week. We found out yesterday that my grandfather has colon and liver cancer. Thankfully, it's not very far advanced and the GI dr is hoping to be able to remove the part of his colon that has it, but we won't know for sure until next week. It comes as a shock because we're really close and even though he's 83, he's been so healthy and still works full time. Both of his parents lived to be over 100 and we've been blessed that no one in our family has ever had cancer. I know nothing is too hard for God and we are praying and trusting that He will take care of my grandfather. He's actually in great spirits and has a good attitude. I just don't want him to have to suffer through a lot of pain.

Also, (and this totally pales in comparison to the previous thing) I recently had my IUD removed. While I'm aware that it can take a while for cycles to regulate post-Mirena, I'm on CD 11 and AF is still going strong. It's made me feel crappy on top of everything else. I'm ready for AF to go away so I can try to make sense of this cycle. We don't plan to TTC until August so I'm glad I had it removed now to hopefully give my body time to get back to normal. Ok, I'm done now. Sorry that was so long.

Kate06

I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather...and AF!

T's and P's that everything falls into a better place soon. 

MiniSteph

T&P your way. Sorry that your week sucks. Dislike,

yunk11

So sorry about your Grandpa. It's really good that the Dr. thinks he can remove it! 

Also sorry about AF! I can see why you needed a good vent! Hopefully your body figures everything out before August! Good luck! 

adamstodrake

I think you have a great thought process on how to deal with your grandfather's diagnosis; it is amazing what the power of prayer can do. You family will be in our thoughts and prayers!

I got back to you in your response to my post, but I really do hope that AF is ready to head out soon so you can get a move on with this cycle. My first cycle was 20 days, with no O. Last cycle I O'd on cd 18 and then had the 10 day LP. Pretty average from what I understand. Hopefully your body will get itself sorted out soon and FX August is a great month for the both of us!!

WorkinWeezel

Tons of T&P to you, your grandfather and your family.  Unfortunately, cancer has been a regular in my family as of late, but we've had success for the most part.  It's amazing the things that medicine and prayer can do... and a positive attitude!  As long as your grandfather is optimistic I truly believe the positive energy will help him beat it!!  Please keep us update on his progress.

I'm also sorry that AF has decided to unpack her bags and hangout for a while.  What a b*tch.  Hopefully you'll get two months of good data to help figure out your cycles. 

GL!

Sweetest116

T&P to your familiy right now, especially grandpa.

Congrats on getting Mirena removed and being one step closer to TTC!  Yay!  Boo to AF sticking around for what seems like forever.  She'll leave eventually, your body is just making your uterine walls extra nice for a possible baby .

And yes, I'm still lurking... not out of the woods quite yet.

theandersons09

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. And a little extra added in there for your post-Mirena regulation!!!

RedsFan

I just wanted to reply and give you some hope. My FIL (54 years old) was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer last year. It was stage 3 because they found it in his lymph nodes. He has surgery to remove a large portion of his colon and went through 6 months of chemo (due to the cancer being found in his lymph nodes). He has now been finished with chemo for 7 months and is doing great. He has had great numbers at all of his appointments and feels great! There are so many things they can do to help treat colon cancer now, especially when caught early. I will be praying for your grandpa and family because I know how difficult it is to hear that news. I will also say a prayer that your cycle begins to regulate. I am going through that myself!  

teachergal05

Ladies, I can't thank you enough for your encouraging words of support. Y'all are the best! Your thoughts and prayers mean so much and I greatly appreciate each one.

teachergal05

adamstodrake:

I think you have a great thought process on how to deal with your grandfather's diagnosis; it is amazing what the power of prayer can do. You family will be in our thoughts and prayers!

I got back to you in your response to my post, but I really do hope that AF is ready to head out soon so you can get a move on with this cycle. My first cycle was 20 days, with no O. Last cycle I O'd on cd 18 and then had the 10 day LP. Pretty average from what I understand. Hopefully your body will get itself sorted out soon and FX August is a great month for the both of us!!

You are right about the power of prayer. It has been so encouraging for us to know that so many people are praying for him as our family and friends have learned about this. I saw your response in that post and appreciate you sharing that. Thanks, hopefully it will sort itself out soon. I knew it might take a while, but your story gives me hope. Yep, here's to hoping August is a wonderful month for us both!

teachergal05

RedsFan:

I just wanted to reply and give you some hope. My FIL (54 years old) was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer last year. It was stage 3 because they found it in his lymph nodes. He has surgery to remove a large portion of his colon and went through 6 months of chemo (due to the cancer being found in his lymph nodes). He has now been finished with chemo for 7 months and is doing great. He has had great numbers at all of his appointments and feels great! There are so many things they can do to help treat colon cancer now, especially when caught early. I will be praying for your grandpa and family because I know how difficult it is to hear that news. I will also say a prayer that your cycle begins to regulate. I am going through that myself!  

Wow, thank you for taking the time to share this story! It's super encouraging and really does give me hope. I'm so glad to hear that your FIL is doing so well after going through that. I'm sure it has been tough on your family. Thanks for your prayers. I'll be sure to keep your FIL and family in my prayers along with you that your cycle will regulate also. Boo for crazy cycles! It's aggravating, but hopefully everything will work out for us both soon.