In several past posts, I have written about pain and other issues I am experiencing.
In my post ‘Pain‘, I wrote the following –
The pain is here today
For this one thing I know
As the days become weeks
The pain will come and go

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In my post ‘Exactly 1 Month‘, I wrote the following –
I will admit though, I do not feel excellent as I am having difficulties with some pain and other minor issues. I am not sure if they are related to the surgery or my cancer diagnoses and if over time I will overcome these minor issues.
In my post ‘It’s 2:16 in the morning‘, I wrote the following –
I also have pains not associated to my surgery and recovery that make it difficult at times to find a comfortable position to sleep.
In my post ‘I don’t know‘, I wrote the following –
So, I have aches and pains and other issues that bring me down and I think to myself; are these pains associated with cancer spreading or they a result of my surgery and I am still recovering; or are they result of inactivity on my part because I am restricted to a certain extent to exercise and being more active?

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In today’s post, I write the following –
A week ago I had a procedure and a CAT Scan performed to try to find out the cause of my continued pain and other issues. I will be honest here, as I am always honest and sometimes blunt on my blog. The other issues I have referred to is my bowel movement; yes, we all have bowel movements that is part of our bodily functions. Mine are no longer considered normal and go from one extreme to the other and at times has caused disruptions in my daily life. I saw a Gastroenterologist early last week and he believes I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome; most likely resulting from my recent surgery. He indicated it usually corrects itself over time and medication was prescribed to help with the symptoms. He also suggested a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy (Flex Sig) to rule out cancer.
Tuesday of last week the Flex Sig was performed as well as a CAT Scan. The results of the Flex Sig indicated no appearance of cancer in my rectum which was near my bladder, when I had a bladder. This is good news.
The results of the CAT Scan were not so good. I have several Lymph Nodes in my lumbar region that have increased in size since my last scan took place in early January. Because this scan only showed the lower part of my chest, there was one Lymph Node in the thoracic region that is also larger in size.
These results have changed everything.
This past Monday upon my initial consultation with my new Urologist Dr. L at Moffitt Cancer Center, I proceeded with blood tests and a Chest CAT Scan. Today I am having a MRI on my Lumbar Spine, and Echocardiogram, and a Whole-Body Bone Scan.
My friends, it is a good bet the cancer is in other Lymph Nodes in my body and based on other symptoms I am experiencing, it could also be in my bones.
Could the pain I have experienced for 10 weeks now be a result of Lymph Nodes and Bones?
I will receive answers and have more information next week.
I don’t have words to say other than I am thinking of you and Gary and hoping for the best possible news for you.
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Thanks Marci, I appreciate you just stopping by to show your support. It was a long day of tests and early next week I should receive the results. 🙂
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Wow! Terry, you write this with such heart and truth. My prayers and good wishes are flying to you as I type. With kindness and care, Jennie.
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Thank you Jennie, for your always supportive comments. I am fortunate to have you and others as my support team. 🙂
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You are welcome, Terry. Funny thing, I think of you as my support team, too. I would bet that most of your readers feel the same way. You make a difference. So, to your fellow bloggers who are reading my comment, please comment if you feel the same way. Terry, you are the best!
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Thank you!
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My pleasure!
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Best of luck don’t lose hope you’ve come too far
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Thank you Cory, I always remain hopeful! I appreciate you today and hope all is well with you. 🙂
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What are your thoughts on mental pain can a thought be so damaging it cause physical pain elsewhere, just wondering what you’d think of such a notion
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Very interesting question, I have not thought about that before. Honestly I am not sure.
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Worth a try I suppose maybe as they say it’s all in ones mind I guess
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Thank you Tink! 🙂
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Wishing you well, Terry.
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Thank you for your support. Happy day to you my friend. 🙂
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Praying for the best possible results…
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Thank you very much Paula, prayers always welcomed. 🙂
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I will never stop hoping loudly for good news and I will never stop quietly sending you love and light across the ocean. 🙂
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Thank you dear Osyth, I feel the love and light, it warms and brightens my heart. 🙂
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I will be thinking of you and sending prayers and hugs through the airwaves.
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Thank you Brigid, your prayers and hugs are always welcomed. 🙂
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Best of luck today.
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Thank you Lorrie, it was a very long day, I should have results early next week. Hope your week is good to you. 🙂
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This makes me so sad but I have high hopes for you. My best to you and Gary. 🙂
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Thank you Laurel, time will tell – and you know I appreciate your support – Gary says ‘Hi’. 🙂
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Sending you love and support and warm, warm hugs, Terry.
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Thank you very much Alexis! 🙂
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Praying for you dear Terry xx
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Thank you Lynn! 🙂
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xxx
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Terry, I had a hard time clicking “like” on this post and only did it as confirmation that I read it. There are no words to express how I feel after reading this so please know that I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
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It is okay to ‘Like’, that means you read it and that means a great deal to me. I certainly appreciate your support Steph. 🙂
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💗 You are such a sweetie.
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Oh gosh! Bowel issues are SOO frustrating! I am so sorry you are experiencing them. IBS is so unpredictable it is hard to go out somewhere not knowing what’s going to happen! I sure hope the meds help you.
You must be exhausted from all the testing. Seems like someone is finally listening to the pain you’ve been experiencing. Praying for good results. Hoping you are ok!
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Yes, many days IBS caused me to stay home because I could not trust myself being in public. I hope the meds work also, still having major issues in that department since last week. Test results next week, I appreciate your prayers. 🙂
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I can VERY much relate. I am sure not completely but I have empathy as any issue in the bowel area is unpredictable and unpredictable and leaving close proximity to a bathroom is just not always doable.
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I couldn’t click Like. Sending you a gentle hug and thinking about you lots 🌷
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Thank you Chris, I just received the hug! 🙂
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My heart and my prayers are with you today and always!
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Thank you Dolly, I appreciate your support – you always stop by each day – that brightens my day (and brings me a smile)! 🙂
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You are a fighter, Terry! Keep fighting!
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Terry I’m still praying. You are so brave and strong and I keep praying that your pain will be lessened and things will return to a new normal for you. This sucks but know that God’s not forgotten you and neither have I.
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Thank you Tikeetha, your prayers and thoughts are always welcomed and received! Your support means a great deal to me. 🙂
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Sorry to receive this update. Not much to offer, I feel devoid of an adequate response Terry. If you were I’d know what to do, I’d give you a hug 🤗
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Thanks David, just leaving any comment and expressing words are supportive. I appreciate you my friend. 🙂
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Thinking of you and hoping for the best, Terry.
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Thank you very much Joan – I always appreciate you stopping by with words of encouragement . 🙂
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Nothing really to like about this post, but appreciate you letting us know. It’s not the news any of us were hoping for. Sending more spoons and squillions of hugs.
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Yes, not the news I wanted and next week may brings more. Thanks Peggy, you the spoons are filling up my storage compartments – LOL, keep sending them. 🙂
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Hoping for the best, sending thoughts and prayers.
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Thank you Van, your support is always appreciated. 🙂
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Fingers and toes are crossed…..I love you honesty and living in the here and now….hugs….kat
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Thank you kat, here and now is all I got – results next week! Happy week to you my friend. 🙂
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I think you will be relieved to get some answers rather than wondering about where all the pain is coming from. Think of it as another step in the journey! We’ll be here for you Terry! Sending love and hugs. xoxo
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Yes, absolutely, answers are very important right now. Thanks Kathryn, as always I appreciate you stopping by each day. 🙂
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I’m thinking of you, hoping for good news and sending as much positivity and as many hugs I can can smuggle through internet customs. Kia Kaha
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Thank you Su, your hugs have arrived and made it through internet customs without issues. Thanks for your always supportive and encouraging comments. 🙂
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Oh Terry, I have been thinking of you so much, and wondered how things went with your tests and scans last week. I am so sorry, things weren’t 100%. Yesterday must have been a long, tiring and stressful day for you but I truly believe knowing the results of all the tests will be a huge relief and from there you can move forward. Sending prayers and hugs always 🙂 x
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Thank you Lynne, yesterday was an extremely long and tiring day and I should have results early next week. I appreciate your thoughts, prayers and hugs, you are a great friend. 🙂
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🙂 x
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You are deeply in my thoughts.
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Thank you very much Richard, I appreciate you my friend. I am hoping your week is going well for you.
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Thinking of you
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Thank you! Have a great day my friend! 🙂
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This is excruciating, Terry
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I appreciate your understanding Derrick. Have a great day. 🙂
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Terry, you’re always in my thoughts and prayers my dear friend xxx
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Thank you very much Roberta – I appreciate you! 🙂
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Terry, adding my thoughts and prayers to everyone else’s. As I’ve noted before it sounds like you have good medical care and that’s such a huge advantage. Hoping for good news forthcoming!
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I do believe I made a great choice to who will take over my medical care with regards to my cancer. I appreciate your support, thoughts and prayers Bruce.
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Oh Terry. Happy to read no rectal cancer but sad to read perhaps in the lymph nodes and bones. I think the new Cancer Center your going to is going to help you get through all of this. I will continue to pray for you. Hugs, Sandy
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Yes, I agree – some good news with some bad news. Sandy, I am feeling good about this new Cancer Center. I will have results of all the tests early next week. Hope you have a Happy Friday! 🙂
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Yes, I feel this new center is going to be very, very helpful to you and keeping my fingers crossed for only the best results. Happy Friday! 🙂
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Oh, my God, I hope not, dear Terry. Although I know that, yes, it would indeed explain the pains. But you and I also know what else it would mean. F*ck. 😦
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Time will tell Amanda. 🙂
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Sorry, I got caught off guard with the last bit in your post.
I’m so glad to hear about the very efficient, organised, and comprehensive care that Moffitt Cancer Center has given you already. You have obviously made an excellent choice taking your health care to them. I feel confident that they will not only be able to offer you the most cutting edge, up to date testing and diagnosis but also treatments and medication. 🙂
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I believe the choice for care at Moffitt Cancer Center is the best for me. And they do involve themselves in the latest trials and most up to date information. I feel I am in great hands with them. Thanks Amanda. 🙂
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It felt so wrong “liking” this post, but I know that you know how it is meant… I´m so glad your bowels are not affected, though this syndrome really is terrible. I have a friend who has it on and off, it´s stress related in her case. It´s just awful when you can´t go out like you want to… But as your doctor said, it is indeed a thing that usually corrects itself and I keep my fingers crossed that it will do so really quickly! I´m also glad that the new medical attention you´re getting is that efficient and that you feel good cared for. As for the other test results I hope for the best possible outcome, Terry. Sending you love and hugs across the ocean! 🙂
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Sarah, I have been struggling ever since my surgery with issues and at times I do not dare go out and do anything. Next week there is much taking place, and I will wait and see what comes next. Thanks dear for caring, I do appreciate it. 🙂
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I can’t imagine how terrible this must be for you who loves spending time outside so much. I so much hope the meds will help you soon with this particular issue. Sending hugs, strength, sunshine and positive thoughts to you! 😄
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Thank you dear.
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I am so sorry that you are having so much pain. K x
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Yes once again, but I do have pain pills. Glad to see you back and hoping your time off did some good for you. I had you in my thoughts. 🙂
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Thank you, sweetie. I do feel better.
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Good, glad to hear that. 🙂
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Terry!!! This is very overwhelming, I am sure… both physically and emotionally! I don’t really know what to say… My thoughts and prayers are with you and Gary. My hope is that this new care center and doctors will provide you options and care that will truly be comforting and a blessing to you!
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Thank you Blue for your support and encouraging words. I believe the new Cancer Center is the right move for me. Hope all is well with you today.
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Yes, it sounds as though it is a good move for you! You deserve nothing but the best care Terry!
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