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pfloyd

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I am a 55 yr old male. 30 year teacher of students with special needs at the high school level. Physically active, no previous illnesses, however through the CT/PET scans during my initial diagnosis I found out that I was born with only one kidney. I remain physically active – gym work outs, walking, golf … My oncologist tells me that I am the healthiest sick person she knows …

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pfloyd

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Initial Diagnosis Month

October

Initial Diagnosis Year

2010

Stage at Diagnosis

Stage 2

Current Stage

Stage 4