Back from the doctor.

I got in to see the urologist today, and he confirmed the ER doc's findings that it is cancer. It is in a very bad place, right around the tube going from my Kidney to my bladder. As a result, they can not attempt to take just the tumor, they will have to take my entire kidney. The surgery is planned for sometime in the next two weeks. They do not, at this time, think that chemo or radiation will be required. Thank you for your overwhelming support of my earlier post. The responses made me cry with joy to know so many people can care about little (and still shrinking) old me. Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart. I will update as I learn more.

Michael, i just signed on and did not get the chance to read your earlier post and i just saw this. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. we are all sending you our love and support to get you through this time in your life. my best wishes to you and keep yourself positive. i know that is easier said then done but i know from experiences i have had in my life that a positive attitude will help tremendously with your health. take care of yourself and please let us all know if you need anything at this time. my family will keep you in our prayers. all my best, wendy

Michael, You are on the top of my prayer list today and over the next few weeks. Keep us updated because you have alot of people that care about you here. Connie

Hey Michael, I have just learned about your news today on the message board. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Marianne

My dad, who is almost 85, had one cancerous kidney removed when he was 81 and is doing FABULOUS... he continued with radiation for 3 months and has been fine ever since...all his labwork comes back perfect every 3 months. I will be thinking of you as you face this.....I think you're going to do great! Pam

Michael, I do not often post, but I ALWAYS READ awhatever you have written. You are one of my favorites. Please know that I am thinking of you and sending you postive energy all the way from Germany. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. take care, jacqueline

Michael, I just read your news, and I'm so sorry you are going through such a bad time. I can't even imagine how frightening it must be for you and your family. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. You have given so much to all of us on the September Board, you have the power of all of our positive thoughts and prayers with you. Linda R The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. numbers 6:24-26

I'll continue sending postive thoughts and prayers your way. Sandy

Michael, encouraging news. My mom donated her kidney almost 30 years. Both her and her sister have live very healthy lives with one Kidney. I wish you didn't have to go through this, especially with all you gone through with the WLS. My prayers are with you and keep letting us know how you are making out. donna

Michael, Let us know the details of your surgery as soon as you know them. When it will be, how long you will be in the hospital....etc. Will your wife have help with the kids? If we were in Huntsville, I would definitely be willing to help out as much as possible. Tell your wife to post as soon as she can afterwards so we know how you are! Thinking about you and your family! ~~em