My Dad (cancer)
 

Well my dad has been showing signs of Prostate Cancer. So he got a biopsy done and it came back positive for prostate cancer:(. He goes in 2morrow to get bones tests done and some other stuff.

We are taking this kinda hard. My dad is only 57. Sad thing is he has all the signs of Advanced Prostate Cancer. All i can do is just pray that it is only within the prostate and hasn't spread.


To every man reading this if you are above 50 go get yearly blood work done for your prostate. My dad never did even after we try to get him to. He just wouldn't go intill he had the warning signs and by then it may be too late.

I am sorry to hear about your father. He and your family will be in my prayers

Sorry to hear that Mackman, i wish you and your family the best.

That goes double for me mackman.

sorry to hear the bad news

Sorry to hear this, Mackman. I am hoping for the best for your dad.

our prayers go with all of you.

I've lost both of my in-laws and my brother to cancer.

Thanks for the thoughts everyone.

I thought they were going to do the tests today but they didn't. Bone scan and cat scan get done next Friday. But they did give him a shot of Kemo and gave him a prescription for some short of pills. The Doctor also said he thinks it didn't spread cuz his prostate is not enlarged. But we wont really know anything intill the tests.

Good thing he has great heath insurance (threw my mom who works for the state) Cuz the pills would be 800/month if he had to pay for them. Luckly he only pays 10 bucks.

sorry to hear about your dad. will pray for him.

Sorry to hear Mackman...

I know the feeling. Kind of makes everything else in your life right now seem not quite so important AND kind of numb all at the same time....

This is worth a read...My Dance with Cancer - Home

I just saw this Mackman. I'm very sorry to hear of this. Hang in there, it's going to be tough.

Hey Mackman,
If there can be any good news from this, it would be that prostate cancer if caught early enough has a good ratio of recovery. My father is 84 years old, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2001 at age 76 The Drs gave him a healty/unhealty doss of radiation via some sort of seeds implanted in the prostate and he came out of it ok, all things considered, there have been some minor issues such as occasional urinary leakage and interior scar tissue pain, but the alternative would have been worse, he stills plays two rounds of golf every week and is able to do a 15 minute mile on the treadmill along with his other excersises.
The key is to stay positve and believe.
I wish your dad the best.

Timberwolf

Ya, Mackman, sorry to hear this. My Dad went through Prostate cancer 5 years ago. Now he is going through bladder cancer. Suppose to be non related.

If it ain't one thing it's another.

This cancer thing REALLY needs a kick in the ass!

Mackman - there is some good treatment out there for it. My dad had prostate cancer. He had his prostate removed and they monitored him for awhile. Once his PSA levels started rising again, they brought him back in - becasue they had missed like a cell or something. He had weekly treatments and he's going strong again. Tell you father not to take it so hard. He may be down (tired) for a bit but he's likely to have success. The good thing is it was caught. Prayers are going out for your father. Keep the faith!

Sorry to hear about your dad mackman, Cancer is an ugly thing. I pray everything turns out for the best.

Slimland

I'm a little late here, Mackman. I just found this thread. I'm sorry to hear about your dad. Sad deal. We're praying for yall!

Well here is a 2year update. My dad has been in the hospital for the last 2 days. Its not looking real good. They think the cancer spread to his lymph nodes. He can barley walk. He is in so much pain. I hate to see him like this. They are talking about radiation with a Lazar to his hips. Thats where all the pain is. I still have alot of hope. I just hope my dad has hope inside him and he hasn't given up.

I haven't cried in i couldn't tell you how long. years. But tonight i just broke down like an old wore out peterbilt. It was bad. I'm fighting back tears as i type this.

Just had to get this out. Even if its on this forum that i been a member of for a long time. It helps. Thank god for my mom and good friends who are helping me thur all this. Thanks everyone.

sound to me Mackman like it is you who needs not give up and hope. Your dad is still hanging in there with all the pain and the misery that comes with cancer. I cannot say what he is thinking, but after 2 years and with what you posted here, I don't think I would have made it myself if I was in his position.. So he is a strong man, and you as his son has that same inside you.. hang in there and keep posting my friend, even if it is to rant cause we all need to at sometime..

Slimland

I didn't see this thread the first time around Mack. I am sorry for that!!

I am sorry that your Dad is going through this.

Like Slimland said....Do not give up on him yourself! Be as strong for him, as he has always been for you. Don't worry about the tears! It is okay to have them!

All of my best wishes for your Dad, for you and your entire family!!

You sound like good people Mackman and I'd bet my last dollar your dad is good people too. I hate it when good people hurt.

Best wishes to you and your dad!

Best wishes to your dad and your whole family. You are in my thoughts.

Mackman, please keep us posted. I didn't see this one the first time around either. Slim's got some wise words. Take them to heart.

I'll be starting my VA benefits in the near future, so I guess a complete work-up is in my future too. Might as well, I get everything free. Up to now, I figured others needed it more than I did. Looks like it's my turn now.

It sucks to hear that your dad has to go through such a horrible battle.

Best wishes to you , your dad, and the entire family.

Well my dad passed away tonight at 710pm. Me and my mom both were there with him. Holding his hand. Telling him it was ok to go. I sat there and seen him take his last breath. It was the hardest thing i ever had to do. Im happy he is in a better pain free place.

I also want to say that the hospice nurses are the best. They took such good care of him. God bless them for the job they do.

RIP DAD will always love ya.

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Mackman my deepest condolences, I feel your pain, I really do.. Cancer is a terrible thing and the other probs that come with it.. but you were a man and stood by his side..
So Sorry my Friend we grieve together for our lost loved ones.

Slimland

Sorry to hear about your dad. But, I'm glad to hear that you were able to be there with him. For many of us, as drivers, someone close dies and we're half way across the country from them at the time.

my condolences to your family, mackman.

I am sorry to hear that you dad didn't make it, Mackman. It is difficult to lose a parent. My mother died from cancer. It is a terrible disease. Those who have it really suffer. I hated to lose my mother, but I knew that she was going to a better place and that she would no longer suffer. I am sure you have a lot of good memories that you can keep with you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

So sorry to hear about your dad, Mackman. Like you mentioned, he is in a better place now without all the pain and suffering.

My condolences to you and your family.

Very sorry for your loss Brandon. That's a nice picture of your Dad. He looks like a good guy to have known.

Brandon......I too am so sorry to hear that your Dad has passed so soon. Please know that my thoughts are with You and with your entire family. He is in a better place, and he has the knowledge that you loved him so much! I am sure he was at peace because you were there holding his hand!

Yer a good kid!!

Brandon, I'm sorry for your loss. Consider yourself lucky that you were with him when he passed.

Thanks everyone it means alot. Its good and bad at the same time. Its bad that he is gone but its good he is not in pain or suffering anymore. Its for the best.

When i was at the Funeral Home today i got them to embroidered a tri/axle dump truck in the lid of the casket. I know my oldman would think that is badass. lol

I'm sorry to hear that Mackman. Btw, I really like the pic you posted of him.

Good move on the embroidering. Badass indeed!

Today me and my mom went up to see him. I got to say he looked like he was at peace. and the tri/axle dump truck turned out great. Wish i could of took a picture of it. But there are somethings you just dont take pictures of.