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I guess it's my turn...

The reason DH is back is because he's on medical leave. He found a lump on his neck in August and we received confirmation yesterday that he has thyroid cancer. It's very treatable but he will have to have his thyroid removed in November and undergo radiation treatment. He'll also have to be on medication for the rest of his life, which I think bothers him the most. It's a crappy situation but I'm trying to look on the bright side. I've got him home, hopefully this will get him to quit smoking for good, and it could have been much much worse. If he's got to have a form of cancer, I'm happy he's got one that is so treatable and with a very high survival rate.
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  • I'm so sorry this is a complete bummer. I'm glad that this treatable and wish you guys the best. 
  • So glad to hear it's treatable!  Best wishes to your husband for a speedy recovery.
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  • I'm so sorry to hear that.  I hope everything goes smoothly and this will all be over for you soon!
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  • oh NQ I'm so very sorry to hear this but I'm so thankful the Dr's can treat him. Being on meds for the rest of his life sucks but the alternative sucks even more. Good luck to both him and you and I hope he has a quick recovery. T&P going out to you both. Stay strong, he's got this!
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  • sending all the positive thoughts I can...best of luck with his treatment, please keep us posted. 
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  • EFF, EFF, EFF. I'm so sorry. This sucks. I am so very sorry, but it sounds like there is a good treatment plan in place. If you need to vent, please do so here. The mister and I went through my own personal health scare when we first started dating. Lots of strength and positive thoughts--HEALING thoughts--headed your way. 
  • god damnit I hate *** cancer.  I hope you guys have the smoothest road possible ahead of you.  I'm so glad it's treatable and we're all here if you need us!
  • aww, sorry to hear that.  Sending postive thoughts for a speedy recovery. 
  • Ditto every other persons on here. Best of luck on everything. Please let us know if there is anything you need.

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  • I am so sorry to hear this :(  My thoughts and prayers are with you both during this difficult time. 
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  • Thank god he caught it early, and that he's still young.  It'll be a rough couple of months, but you'll get through it and then be able to move on.  Here's to a speedy recovery!
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  • NQ - so sorry to hear this. A very good friend of mine went through it and so did my MIL. It is very treatable but dosing the meds can be a pain, so just make sure that your DH stays his own advocate and speaks up when he doesn't feel like they are working. 
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  • Thanks everyone! I think the hardest part was the not knowing. Now that we know what it is and have a plan of attack, we're able to prepare for the next couple of months and be optimistic about the treatment. I'll certainly let you guys know how things progress and I'm sure I'll check in from time to time, most likely to vent or rant. I'm happy he's back, but this is also the guy that packed his dishes dirty when he moved back. He's left up to his own devises while I'm away at work and I'm willing to bet he'll be driving me crazy in a matter of weeks...if not days.
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  • NQ, I'm so sorry!  Cancer sucks!  I'm glad it's treatable, I hope everything goes smoothly.
  • So scary! Glad the prognosis sounds great, and I'm sending lots of healing thoughts your way.
  • Yikes...how scary.  Glad you got him home, but what a sucky reason.  Sending good vibes his and your way.
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  • Oh geez, so sorry to hear NQ! Praying for a speedy recovery for him, and you both, it has been a hell of a year for you guys
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    Oh geez, so sorry to hear NQ! Praying for a speedy recovery for him, and you both, it has been a hell of a year for you guys

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  • My thoughts are with both of you.  Here's to lots of strength for both of you as you travel this path together.
  • Cancer is such an asssshole. I will keep you and your guy in my thoughts and I will wish for a very speedy treatment and recovery. Take care of yourself. 

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  • Sorry to hear this, NQ. I will keep you guys in my thoughts. My aunt had thyroid cancer two years ago, so if you or your husband have any questions about treatment, recovery, etc. let me know and I'll ask her.
  • I'm so sorry to hear this...but I'm glad the prognosis is good. Please keep us updated on how he (and you!) are doing.
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  • This sucks.  Sorry he is back under these circumstances, sending healing thoughts your way. 

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  • just adding in my thoughts for you and the mister for a smooth recovery
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  • I'm sorry to hear about your husband, best of luck to him and you.
  • Hugs, NQ.  I'm glad to hear it's treatable.  Best wishes to your H on a speedy recovery.

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