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tommaine
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Hi all, 

I was diagnosed with testicular cancer (Seminoma/Non Seminoma TP2) in September. After having an orchiectomy very swiftly I have since been in the waiting room as so many of you must have experienced. 

My tumour markers have reduced weekly, and I am now at a point where the markers are within a ‘normal range’ and my lymph nodes, although enlarged, have not increased in size. 

However, I have returned from an appt with my oncologist who I have a lot of time and trust for, and have been given the option of 1 round of chemo. She informed me that there’s 50% chance of the cancer returning based on the type of cells and size of tumour. The other option is to be under close surveillance. If my markers increase or they see something sinister, I will be straight in for 3 rounds of chemo. 

Im leaning towards the adjuvant chemo option as it seems like a sensible option to go through a little bit of *** to cement a healthy future. 

I’m wondering if anyone has had a similar experience and would like to share? 

Thanks in advance,

Tom. 

  • Offline in reply to NickF07

    Sounds like your coping well pal. It's good to hear your work are understanding. The company I worked for at the time wasn't unfortunately and I had to take a year out. I think it affected me phsychologically more than anything else. I didn't cope as well as you seem to be, that's for sure. 
     

    Im still in the clear, bloods every 4 months, actually had bloods taken today for oncology next week. I won't lie, I still fear the worst at every twinge or discomfort but it's getting much easier. 
     

  • Offline in reply to tommaine

    Its hard to deal with it mentally as such a shock. 

    I have had good days and some dark days but using all the support I can.

    Pleased you are in clear too. 

  • Offline in reply to NickF07

    Hi Nick

    Just checking in mate, hope it all went well and you're feeling ok. 

    Onwards and upwards now buddy, good luck for the future and take care of yourself. 
     

    Tom. 

  • Offline in reply to tommaine

    Thanks for message Tom. 

    I feel alright - a bit restless sleeping hence why up so early.

    Nurses were great and I got ticklist of symptoms and instructions of what to do if things get worse plus anti sickness drugs until Friday.

    Essentially, I have been told to listen to my body as I recover. Allowed to go on short walks and eat as normal. 

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