Category Archives: Life

Has the World Changed or Have I Changed?

It’s no secret to those who know me that I’m a fan of the singer Morrissey and his former band, The Smiths.  In the song “The Queen is Dead“, Morrissey (or his alter-ego) claims to have learned that he is … Continue reading

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Forging ahead…

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Thyroid Cancer Update 12/21/2008

An update on the treatment of my thyroid cancer.
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Thyroid Cancer Update 12/12/2008

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Thyroid Cancer Update 12/04/2008

I was told to stop taking my thyroid hormone the day before Thanksgiving.  It began to take a toll on me pretty early on, and it’s only gotten worse.  According to endocrineweb.com, low thyroid hormone (also called hypothyroidism) carries with … Continue reading

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Another Step in the Papillary Carcinoma Treatment

Today, I met with an endocrinologist who will be overseeing my treatment from this point on.  He explained that based on the type of cancer I had on my thyroid (papillary carcinoma) and the fact that it didn’t appear to … Continue reading

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Surgery was Successful

Yesterday, I met with the surgeon who removed my thyroid to discuss the pathology report and next steps in treatment of my cancer.  He has referred me to an endocrinologist, who will administer the radioactive iodine and start me on … Continue reading

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Thyroid Cancer Update

I continue to recover from a total thyroidectomy.
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Back Home

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Papillary Carcinoma and Me

A week after burying my mother following a two-year bout with melanoma, I learn that I have thyroid cancer. Hopefully, it’s been caught in time.
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