We've often depended upon The Florida Masochist for news and tips on developments in the Sunshine State. A registered Democrat, Bill also skewers the ridiculous of all political stripes with his "Knucklehead of the Day" feature, so his blog is always worth a read. Last week he underwent surgical tests. Sadly, today he is reporting some bad news on the personal front:
Going from no cancer for 12 years to having a recurrence is a big shock. Stage III melanoma stats aren't bad but they are much more iffy than Stage II. Then that's based if this is the only node with cancer, which we don't know yet. Five year survival rates range from 25-65%.I'm depressed right now, and not in the mood for blogging. I may take a rest from it for a few days, or permanently. Right now I don't know.
Read it all at the link above. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bill - and I'd ask the same of all our readers.
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Prayers are going his way. ... (Below threshold)1. Posted by COgirl | August 28, 2007 3:38 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Prayers are going his way.
People often don't take melanoma seriously and it's a very serious thing. I was fortunate that mine was caught at a very, very early stage, but I have to be diligent and I'm checked out every 6 months.
Thanks for keeping us up to date.
1. Posted by COgirl | August 28, 2007 3:38 PM |
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Posted on August 28, 2007 15:38
2. Posted by SJ Reidhead | August 28, 2007 7:20 PM | Score: 1 (1 votes cast)
Every Melanoma Survivor's Worst Nightmare
I too live with it - nearly 10 years. Fortuntely mine, also, was a very early stage. I do the 6 months check - religiously. Everyone should have a 6 months body check. I think it is the only way to prevent this horrible monster.
SJ Reidhead
The Pink Flamingo
2. Posted by SJ Reidhead | August 28, 2007 7:20 PM |
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Posted on August 28, 2007 19:20
3. Posted by The Exposer | August 29, 2007 11:16 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Prayers for the gentleman's health and full and speedy recovery.
3. Posted by The Exposer | August 29, 2007 11:16 AM |
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Posted on August 29, 2007 11:16