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lark

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6. So sorry.

Reply to Archae (Original post)

Sat Jun 16, 2018, 05:06 PM

Jun 2018

I had Stage 1 cancer once (breast cancer) and Stage zero cancer twice (breast cancer in another spot and a Melanoma). They are survivable at this stage, in general, if you take quick action. It's now been 15 years since the last diagnosis and no recurrence.

Good luck!!

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It's been confirmed: I have first-stage cancer. [View all] Archae Jun 2018 OP

Hugs. applegrove Jun 2018 #1

oh no... handmade34 Jun 2018 #2

strength is resilience Mopar151 Jun 2018 #3

Sending you hugs and positive thoughts, so you may get through this difficult time. FM123 Jun 2018 #4

Oh no, my dear Archae! CaliforniaPeggy Jun 2018 #5

So sorry. lark Jun 2018 #6

I have had stage two cancer surgery..... chillfactor Jun 2018 #7

Archae, you have support here True Dough Jun 2018 #8

Your friends here are with you. CurtEastPoint Jun 2018 #9

Hugs. sheshe2 Jun 2018 #10

Not an easy thing to hear! madamesilverspurs Jun 2018 #11

All the best to you. Freedomofspeech Jun 2018 #12

I had Stage IV cancer surgery and am still here. Hang in there. sinkingfeeling Jun 2018 #13

Best of luck with your surgery LyndaG Jun 2018 #14

Thanks, everyone. Archae Jun 2018 #15

Ah, stage 1.. ghostsinthemachine Jun 2018 #16

Sending hugs and good wishes your way. Fla Dem Jun 2018 #20

"I'm a lucky man, who can count on both hands, the ones I love ghostsinthemachine Jun 2018 #31

I am so happy for you! Fla Dem Jun 2018 #35

Beautiful cilla4progress Jun 2018 #36

That Is Fantastic DarthDem Jun 2018 #38

And Willie and family too. ghostsinthemachine Jun 2018 #44

Hugs iamateacher Jun 2018 #17

That must be terrifying. bitterross Jun 2018 #18

Treatment is so much better for us now than it was even just ten years ago ... marble falls Jun 2018 #19

All the best to you as you travel this journey. May you have a complete recovery and enjoy many Fla Dem Jun 2018 #21

Hugs jpak Jun 2018 #22

I have my fingers crossed for a good outcome Archae SkatmanRoth Jun 2018 #23

Sending good thoughts and positive vibes your way, Archae. badhair77 Jun 2018 #24

Best wishes - know that the community is behind you. rurallib Jun 2018 #25

💕💕💕 blogslut Jun 2018 #26

Stay strong, fight on. liberal N proud Jun 2018 #27

Best wishes Archae. . CentralMass Jun 2018 #28

I'm confident you'll find much support and encouragement here. Miles Archer Jun 2018 #29

I'm sorry to hear that, Archae. Here's hoping for the best possible outcome Glorfindel Jun 2018 #30

I'm sorry vercetti2021 Jun 2018 #32

So sorry to hear that, but it sounds like it has been caught early (first stage). Sending lots skylucy Jun 2018 #33

Best of wishes oldtime dfl_er Jun 2018 #34

So Very Sorry DarthDem Jun 2018 #37

Sorry to hear that. Solly Mack Jun 2018 #39

Lots of cancer survivors on here. DFW Jun 2018 #40

Maintain a positive attitude and stay with it. oasis Jun 2018 #41

You can beat this Archae. kentuck Jun 2018 #42

They caught it early! Adrahil Jun 2018 #43

I had 3 cancer surgeries in my mouth..(tongue) Stuart G Jun 2018 #53

. denbot Jun 2018 #45

Oh no!!!! LeftInTX Jun 2018 #46

Best wishes for a good outcome, Archae! n/t Different Drummer Jun 2018 #47

Yikes! You are strong, Callalily Jun 2018 #48

This Stage 4 cancer survivor has a nugget of advice Brother Buzz Jun 2018 #49

Very sorry to hear that. I hope the best fro you! Kaleva Jun 2018 #50

Going in your favor is astounding advances in quartz007 Jun 2018 #51

My heart goes to you and I say "stay strong." Doreen Jun 2018 #52