Mental Health Support
Related: About this forumRich got his official PET results back. He still has malignant prostrate cancer but it has not spread. He will get shots
and radiation, No calls or cards from my family. Rich is my love and my concern. Thank you all for posting on this matter.

Walleye
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woodsprite
(12,492 posts)My husband and I will continue to hold you both in our hearts and prayers.
debm55
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Lochloosa
(16,586 posts)He lived till 81. Completely cancer free.
Good luck.
debm55
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kimbutgar
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onecaliberal
(36,594 posts)All the healing and positive, peaceful vibes. 🫶🏻
debm55
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livetohike
(23,682 posts)continues treatment.
debm55
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anciano
(1,948 posts)Your DU family is here for you.
debm55
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Demobrat
(10,210 posts)He was just declared cancer free.
Please dont expect or look for any sympathy or consideration from your family.
You dont need to deal with any more disappointment from them right now.
debm55
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Permanut
(7,548 posts)We're rootin' as hard as we can for Rich to beat this thing.
debm55
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stopdiggin
(14,408 posts)reason for optimism, and I hope both of you are taking it exactly that way. as a team, you've beaten bigger, and far hairier, boogeymen
debm55
(50,749 posts)have and always will stand with Rich.
Goddessartist
(2,169 posts)Big hugs to you both!
debm55
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PennRalphie
(448 posts)This is a fantastic region for health care. I am sure Rich will be in the best of hands.
I am also very sorry that your family has not been in contact. You two have each other.
Many hugs to you.
debm55
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niyad
(127,254 posts)Yiur DU family is here for you.
debm55
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niyad
(127,254 posts)Housemaid's Knees".
debm55
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Demobrat
(10,210 posts)Better to stick with good sources like Mayo Clinic.
debm55
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Demobrat
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Elessar Zappa
(16,362 posts)My dads was malignant also but he had his prostate gland removed in surgery and it was determined it hadnt spread. Hes four years now clear of cancer and itll likely stay that way. So Im very optimistic about Richs future.
debm55
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AllaN01Bear
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debm55
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LoisB
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SWBTATTReg
(25,702 posts)and beat it too. He's been gone for a while (he passed in his 80s), not due to P. cancer, and lived for quite a bit after his battle.
He was a trooper and my idol, and I think Rich is your idol and icon. May blessings and good fortune continue to flow your way, both of you.
debm55
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cate94
(3,006 posts)That is good news. Keeping you both in my thoughts.
debm55
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H2O Man
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H2O Man
(77,915 posts)Likely even more than "so much"!
XanaDUer2
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Fingers crossed the pain is constipation
gademocrat7
(11,657 posts)Stay positive and know you both are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
debm55
(50,749 posts)Laurelin
(737 posts)Thanks for keeping us posted. Stay strong!
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spooky3
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summer_in_TX
(3,828 posts)You have both been in my daily prayers.
debm55
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OldBaldy1701E
(9,057 posts)I am glad this was not worse than it is. I hope you are now going to apply a little 'worry' about yourself and try to find some time to relax and let go of some of the stress and anxiety.
Don't expect anything from that 'family' of yours, and don't give another thought to them. Not. One. More. Thought.
Again, glad for this news.
debm55
(50,749 posts)sleep. Rich has done everything for them. and they can't even call or send a card. He told me he feels bad about it. I ordered some puzzles and games for him to play. He is getting more upset about the cancer and keeps calling the doctor since Thursday but has not received any response back.