Monthly Archives: May 2013

Chemo Doctor Visit #1

Posted on May 31, 2013 by mishl53

I met with the Chemo Doctor.  The Radiation Doctor and I will meet on Wednesday.  While I was waiting I was reading Voltaire’s Candide.  I am enjoying it.  I will continue to read it at appointments in waiting rooms and … Continue reading →

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Need A ColoRectal Surgeon

Posted on May 29, 2013 by mishl53

The surgeon I had originally been referred to is no longer my surgeon.  A trusted friend and M.D. said I am “NOT” to go near this guy.  Or vice versa. So, looking around town and insurance in network I find … Continue reading →

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The Cull

Posted on May 27, 2013 by mishl53

It’s funny really. Before the colonoscopy I printed out my self-written Will which, I signed. At the day-surgery center prior to going in I handed it to my Son. He was pissed that I would give this to him. I … Continue reading →

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Cancer Diagnosis Causes Time to move swiftly

Posted on May 22, 2013 by mishl53

Monday:  Colonoscopy     some polyps removed in upper intestine.  A mass found in lower colon biopsied. Tuesday:  Call from Doctor’s office asking if I can please come in that afternoon.      I have never had a Doctor call me … Continue reading →

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Cigarette Smoking Plays Role in Anal Cancers – WTF?!?!!

Posted on May 22, 2013 by mishl53

Researching I found this little factoid.  Seems pretty funny to me.  You? “Cigarette smoking, however, was found to play a role in the etiology of anogenital cancers [16–18].” Now, the picture in my head is someone smoking a cigarette with … Continue reading →

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Limbo Edging Toward Visible Abyss

Posted on May 22, 2013 by mishl53

Q: Did you know there was such a thing as Trans-rectal endoscopic ultrasound (R-EUS)? A: I knew about Trans-Vaginal, thanks to Planned Parenthood on FB, fighting the womBen hating Rethugnicans. But, this was new to me. Alternate Title “Cancer; Is … Continue reading →

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