Rest In Peace, lomiller1

[lomiller1]

I'm not sure if I get to have my own thread for this. If there is a more suitable thread by all means move it or remove it.

I've been on treatment for Stage 4 (Metastatic) Colon Cancer almost continually for the last 18 months and the results have been generally really good allowing me an active high quality life in that time. In the short periods where I haven't been on treatment, however, things have not gone so well with the Cancer advancing quickly and aggressively. I recently decided to take a short break for a trip with the intent of starting a new treatment when I returned.

Unfortunately I had some major medical issues arise while I was on the trip. This has left me in a great deal of pain and I now have a heart condition which is a major problem for Cancer treatment. The treatments themselves can be very hard on the heart so there is a significant risk of death. On the other hand in a recent discussion with my Oncologist she feels that without treatment I only have another 2-3 months to live. Nonetheless she opposes putting me back on treatment and instead put me in palliative care to manage the pain.

It may be rash but I've elected to ignore that advice and restart my treatments so Monday I go in for a treatment that the doctor says may kill me. Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

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[Adam da bomb]

I'm not sure if I get to have my own thread for this. If there is a more suitable thread by all means move it or remove it.

I've been on treatment for Stage 4 (Metastatic) Colon Cancer almost continually for the last 18 months and the results have been generally really good allowing me an active high quality life in that time. In the short periods where I haven't been on treatment, however, things have not gone so well with the Cancer advancing quickly and aggressively. I recently decided to take a short break for a trip with the intent of starting a new treatment when I returned.

Unfortunately I had some major medical issues arise while I was on the trip. This has left me in a great deal of pain and I now have a heart condition which is a major problem for Cancer treatment. The treatments themselves can be very hard on the heart so there is a significant risk of death. On the other hand in a recent discussion with my Oncologist she feels that without treatment I only have another 2-3 months to live. Nonetheless she opposes putting me back on treatment and instead put me in palliative care to manage the pain.

It may be rash but I've elected to ignore that advice and restart my treatments so Monday I go in for a treatment that the doctor says may kill me. Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

Thank you all your many contributions to this board.

 

[FlappyGiraffe]

Pulling for you, hope everything goes well on Monday.

Like Adam mentioned, thank you for all your contributions to the HF jets community over the past several years!

 

[gojetsgo]

I'm not sure if I get to have my own thread for this. If there is a more suitable thread by all means move it or remove it.

I've been on treatment for Stage 4 (Metastatic) Colon Cancer almost continually for the last 18 months and the results have been generally really good allowing me an active high quality life in that time. In the short periods where I haven't been on treatment, however, things have not gone so well with the Cancer advancing quickly and aggressively. I recently decided to take a short break for a trip with the intent of starting a new treatment when I returned.

Unfortunately I had some major medical issues arise while I was on the trip. This has left me in a great deal of pain and I now have a heart condition which is a major problem for Cancer treatment. The treatments themselves can be very hard on the heart so there is a significant risk of death. On the other hand in a recent discussion with my Oncologist she feels that without treatment I only have another 2-3 months to live. Nonetheless she opposes putting me back on treatment and instead put me in palliative care to manage the pain.

It may be rash but I've elected to ignore that advice and restart my treatments so Monday I go in for a treatment that the doctor says may kill me. Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

best of luck, hope it goes well and you are able to come back!

 

[bustamente]

 

[surixon]

Best of luck. Hope the treatment goes well!

 

[Aggie204]

Hoping for the best on Monday! Im pulling for you, f@ck cancer. God speed.

 

[Jet]

I'm not sure if I get to have my own thread for this. If there is a more suitable thread by all means move it or remove it.

I've been on treatment for Stage 4 (Metastatic) Colon Cancer almost continually for the last 18 months and the results have been generally really good allowing me an active high quality life in that time. In the short periods where I haven't been on treatment, however, things have not gone so well with the Cancer advancing quickly and aggressively. I recently decided to take a short break for a trip with the intent of starting a new treatment when I returned.

Unfortunately I had some major medical issues arise while I was on the trip. This has left me in a great deal of pain and I now have a heart condition which is a major problem for Cancer treatment. The treatments themselves can be very hard on the heart so there is a significant risk of death. On the other hand in a recent discussion with my Oncologist she feels that without treatment I only have another 2-3 months to live. Nonetheless she opposes putting me back on treatment and instead put me in palliative care to manage the pain.

It may be rash but I've elected to ignore that advice and restart my treatments so Monday I go in for a treatment that the doctor says may kill me. Wish me luck. If things go well I'll try to get back with some form of an update next week. If things go badly I want to thank everyone for all the fun discussions over the years. Thanks all.

Sending every good vibe in my body and universe directly to you.

 

[Mud Turtle]

So sorry to hear that lomiller1. That must be so difficult.
I will keep you in my prayers and hope to hear a good outcome from you next week!!

 

[SLAYER]

Good luck, dude! I wish you well.

 

[lanky]

We're all pulling for you. I admire your dedication to the fight.

Thanks for letting us know.

 

[ps241]

Every night before bed I huddle up with my two kids and we take turns sharing one thing we are each grateful for, and we always add one person each that we send positive energy to that needs our help.

I’ll sneak you in tonight, our track record has been really strong. You’ve got this

 

[JetsFan815]

Send you my best wishes. Really hope the new treatment works out. You've been a great member of this community, I hope you return after successful treatments.

 

[cg98]

My thoughts and best wishes are with you and your loved ones who support you! Kick that cancers ass, godspeed on those treatments friend <3

 

[raideralex99]

Best of luck and stay positive ... you can beat this.

 

[ThinIce61]

Good luck on Monday. Never give up.

 

[Atoyot]

Good luck man, sending all the positive vibes I can muster.

 

[kanadalainen]

Oh man. Terrible news, and I'm sorry for your troubles, but you can do this. Wishing you the best possible outcome, and for some good results next week.

 

[kenobiwan]

Stay positive and enjoy every second of every day amigo, pulling for ya

 

[Jetsetter]

lomiller1 this is a community of those that love hockey. We are however connected in many unique ways. I personally strongly believe in oneness. May all you focus on and desire come true and we look forward to your return!​

 

[Royale With Cheese]

This was a sobering read. I am wishing you all the best. Never give up.

 

[Jets 31]

@lomiller1 that's brutal and i wish you all the best to kick cancer's ass . f*** cancer.

 

[Gil Fisher]

And you, lomiller1, there on the sad height.
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

 

[Howard Chuck]

I realize how dire you must feel of the circumstances to create this very personal thread topic.

My wife and I have both been there, but we are both still here and so can you be here if the universe so chooses.

I sincerely wish you the best.

 

[Been around]

Good luck to you...ill be rooting for you all the way..
f*** cancer