fishing n autograph Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Hey guys, I got some real bad news today when I got home from work. My father, who has been battling a form of skin cancer for the last few months has taken a turn for the worst. He saw his surgeon for the third or forth time today and the surgeon basically told him that there was nothing more he could do because the cancer in his forehead had been spreading too fast and that it was a rare form...a more elusive and evasive form. The doctor basically said to my father that he needs chemotherapy asap to survive. Even if he gets the chemo, he only has about a 50% chance to live. He was advised to go to Toronto to see a specialist (we think he's at Princess Margaret). The problem is, is that this doctor is the only doctor in Canada that can deal with this. My father had a biopsy about 4 years ago that came back negative, but his surgeon today basically told him that the result were Bull and that he has had this for a lot longer. We're not sure how far this has spread. I had a long conversation with my mother tonight. She had her ups and downs, but for the most part she feels cheated. Over the last few years my father had lost 85lbs and in that time, my father seemed to lose all of his heart troubles and was more healthy than he ever had, so naturally my mother was thinking that she wouldn't lose her husband to a heart attack at an early age. Now, he has cancer.... Need your thoughts guys, i'm having a pretty good break down right about now with different stressers that are happening. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntervasili Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My thoughts are with you and your family and you're father Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cthewrld Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Hopefully things will turn out for the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Like I said in another post... there are many other worthy causes to donate to and Cancer research tops the list. I lost my father to cancer at 59, Dave, and I sure hope your don't lose yours to it. Sounds like he's a fighter and I truly hope that he scales the + side of the 50% probablility like a mountain climber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatherof3 Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 my thoughts go out to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenhawk Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 condolences to you and the rest of your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Hey guys, I got some real bad news today when I got home from work. My father, who has been battling a form of skin cancer for the last few months has taken a turn for the worst. He saw his surgeon for the third or forth time today and the surgeon basically told him that there was nothing more he could do because the cancer in his forehead had been spreading too fast and that it was a rare form...a more elusive and evasive form. The doctor basically said to my father that he needs chemotherapy asap to survive. Even if he gets the chemo, he only has about a 50% chance to live. He was advised to go to Toronto to see a specialist (we think he's at Princess Margaret). The problem is, is that this doctor is the only doctor in Canada that can deal with this. My father had a biopsy about 4 years ago that came back negative, but his surgeon today basically told him that the result were Bull and that he has had this for a lot longer. We're not sure how far this has spread. I had a long conversation with my mother tonight. She had her ups and downs, but for the most part she feels cheated. Over the last few years my father had lost 85lbs and in that time, my father seemed to lose all of his heart troubles and was more healthy than he ever had, so naturally my mother was thinking that she wouldn't lose her husband to a heart attack at an early age. Now, he has cancer.... Need your thoughts guys, i'm having a pretty good break down right about now with different stressers that are happening. Dave Encourage him to take the chemo and think good thoughts. My wife got a pretty nasty prognosis with melanoma a couple of years ago, did the chemo, and today is feeling great. Don't despair. The docs can do pretty amazing things these days, apparently against all odds. My wife's walking proof. In fact, she's off on business in Toronto tonight. Less than two years ago she thought she literally was on death's door. All the best to you, your dad and all the family. Keep the faith. JF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medmart Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My thoughts are with you and your family Dave Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Wow...very sorry to hear this! Get him into treatment as soon as absolutely possible. As was already mentioned, they have made huge strides in therapies in recent years. Just like Wayne, I lost my dad when he was only 53 to this terrible disease. You are in our thoughts. Cliff and Carole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Sorry to hear this Dave, my thoughts are with you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanook Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My thoughts and best wishes go out to your Father. Dave. To you and your family also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maybe Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Hubby's grandfather was on the "6 months" list long before we met in 1994. When we married 2 years later, Billy (ever the ham) literally followed me down the aisle stage whispering "PSSST! It's not too late!!" He was here raising heck for several more years, before Alzheimers' finally got him in 2006. So much for the other "6 months" problems 10 years back. Here's hoping your father has a lucky streak at least as good as Billy's. You're in our thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My thoughts will definitely be with you and your family. I lost my sister 3 years ago to brain cancer, she was 32 and just had my niece 13 months previous. Unfortunately cancer doesn't pick and choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattletrap2 Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Dave, You and your family are in my thoughts tonight. Keep the faith! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Dave. All the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpsbassman Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 My buddy who owns the camp I go to dealt with Cancer three times. The last time they didn't give him much of a chance. The chemo almost killed him. That was 10 years ago and he's still going strong!!!!!!! We don't hear enough about the success stories. Keep the faith and BELIEVE Your Dad (and your family) will be in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfville Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Your Dad and your family are in my prayers. Like BPSBASSMAN said, keep faith and believe ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victor Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 just hang on and don't give up Dave! as others said, keep faith and believe thoughts will be with you and your family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarzan's Jane Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 So sorry to hear about your father...Cancer can be beaten, has been beaten for many...50% is great news for him...hang onto those positive thoughts and if need be, take some time off for yourself...keeping him in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Very sorry to hear Dave. Good words from JohnF and BPSBASSMAN, keep the faith! Prayer sent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brickNblock Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I know exactly what you are going through....this sucks. Dave, You have my families prayers and heart felt best wishes..your mother and your family too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Thoughts are with you and your family Dave. No ideas on the hospitals up there, I am sure some are first rate. Any options on coming stateside for treatment other opinions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Dave. BELIEVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Clemens Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 (edited) We're all with you on this one Dave. Cancer is a nasty thing and it can be beat. Be strong and have faith. You're strength through all of this can be seen and give your father the strength he needs to fight this thing and win. I think a positive attitude and a strong will goes a long way in these cases. Our prayers are with your father. Edited April 23, 2008 by Rich Clemens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted April 23, 2008 Report Share Posted April 23, 2008 I've got my fingers crossed for your dad, Dave, and hopefully things will work out for him. Princess Margaret is one of the best cancer facilities anywhere and your dad will be in good hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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