Well, 9 years and 2 days ago, I was diagnosed with melanoma on my birthday(or rebirthday-depending on how you see it). Life had plenty of rollercoasters since then-1 lung wedge biopsy, 6 rounds of biochemotherapy, 4 rounds of interleukin 2, complete removal of my left lung. 6 brain surgeries, 2 SRS procedures, 1 patch radiation, and finally out of the hospital for almost 2 years.
Well, 9 years and 2 days ago, I was diagnosed with melanoma on my birthday(or rebirthday-depending on how you see it). Life had plenty of rollercoasters since then-1 lung wedge biopsy, 6 rounds of biochemotherapy, 4 rounds of interleukin 2, complete removal of my left lung. 6 brain surgeries, 2 SRS procedures, 1 patch radiation, and finally out of the hospital for almost 2 years. In the mean time, I have seen all of the major national parks, gotten engaged- then married, started my own veterinary housecall service, and just this year we had our first son and named him after my oncologist-Jedd.
Life has turned around and improved immensly for me, yet I read here nearly everyday. I take my antiseizure meds everyday-but I’m slowly tapering.
Next year I am considering running the NY marathon, not just for me, but for all of the other patients who haven’t made it, for all of the people trying to beat it, and to thank God for the gift of life.
God Bless you all and much hope for NED in the future.
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