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When I wrote that banner above, I was just days into this adventure. I'm a pretty analytical guy, and the simple act of writing every day helped me wrap my head around the fact that I had just introduced the word "cancer" into my vocabulary, and it helped me rationalize my treatment options. It also helped keep friends and family informed on my status.

Those daily updates tapered off to weekly updates and eventually to monthly updates (which I continue to do on the 11th of every month, the anniversary date of being told I have cancer).

I've kept this blog going because I remember how helpful it was for me to hear first-hand experiences of other prostate cancer patients. I wanted to return the favor by sharing my own journey in order to educate others and increase prostate cancer awareness.

But I wanted it to be a truthful sharing of details, so you will quickly see that I didn't sugar-coat much of anything. That means that you'll find some pretty graphic descriptions of the male anatomy and biological functions in this blog.

Finally, if you're reading this as a fellow prostate cancer patient, please understand that I am not a medical professional, and you should not construe any of the content of this blog as medical advice. Each case is unique, so please solicit the advice of your own medical team.

I wish you all the best as you go through your own journey.

-- Dan

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Day 8 - Oh Happy Day!

The bone scan was clean—no spreading of cancer! Woo-hoo!
The day started at 3:00 AM with a trip to the bathroom (TMI, I know…) and me being unable to fall back asleep from there.  Random thoughts about anything and everything just bounced around inside my head. 
I made it to work and by 10:00 AM, began to get uptight about the 11:15 AM appointment.  Luckily, the doctor was running almost on schedule.  I was in the exam room by 11:20, he arrived by 11:30, and I was on the phone to my sister at noon with the good news.
I had two meetings scheduled after lunch, and by the end of the second one, I was out of gas.  Between the 3 AM wake-up and being a bit more uptight about the results that I expected, I’m toast.  This cancer crap is exhausting!
So that’s two days in a row that have been pretty positive.  Let me chart that in a spreadsheet with a linear regression trend line! 
Next step: A nap.
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5 comments:

  1. LoriNovember 18, 2010 at 5:59 PM

    Thanksgiving with have a new meaning this year! We are ALL so relieved with the results of the bone scan! Hope you sleep well tonight Dan. You never did like roller coaster rides....neither do I! This one was a doozy! I still feel a little woozy myself. HUGS!!!

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  2. AnonymousNovember 19, 2010 at 12:57 PM

    Happy to hear this good news!!I know your journey isn't over dealing with this, but now you can move forward knowing it hasn't spread. Your blog is such a good idea. You should write a book you have a knack for writing.
    Hugs and continued prayers.
    Claudia

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  3. AnonymousNovember 19, 2010 at 5:26 PM

    I didn't see you at work today but wanted to chek up on you. great news! - kennita

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  4. AnonymousNovember 20, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    Lori Thanks for the call. I was about 30 minutes from calling you but I didn't want to crowd the landscape. What a relief!! Dan- sounds like you have a plan and are in the process of working it.
    I know that sometimes too much info can be counter productive but don't forget my offer to hook you up with my friend, Doug, who has gone through this experience.
    Steve

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  5. AnonymousNovember 21, 2010 at 8:43 AM

    Awesome Awesome!!! Great stuff! The hotel we stayed over the weekend had some internet problem so couldnt get to see your blog. I got to it as soon as the internet connection was restored!!

    This is great news!! Hope you enjoyed your wine!

    Ajath.

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