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Dr. appt today, cancer stable but blood markers are rising. Lung disease is getting worse and my air volume is getting very low. Going back tomorrow to have fluid removed from around the right lung.

Fighting every step of the way.

Originally Posted by Show-me

Dr. appt today, cancer stable but blood markers are rising. Lung disease is getting worse and my air volume is getting very low. Going back tomorrow to have fluid removed from around the right lung.

Fighting every step of the way.

Keep fighting Brother!!

Fight the good fight Jim, you always have.

Thanks for the update. We're with you, buddy!

Originally Posted by Show-me

This morning was much less eventful as yesterday, pain management is the key. As long as you are at that sweet spot things are much more bearable. Thanks everyone for the kindness, one day at a time. I just want to hold out until the disability retirement is approved, the difference in survivor annuity is tremendous, 8% vs. 20% of my high three. That's a big deal.

Don Imus will have nothing to do with chemo. He does Susan Summers veggie diet. He's got prostrate cancer. And he runs a camp for kids on chemo. Now you go figure. I don't know your regime and I'm not a doc. Eat veggies, garlic, avacados, leafy salades, no dressing. Can't hurt. These rid you slowly of fungus that invades your body either before or during treatment. Fact is that cancer now is often thought to be a fungus. No processed food, no meat, no sugars or substitutes. If I am out there, intrusive, tell me to get bent, anyone. I don't care about what people say about me. Just get better show me. Just get better.

Originally Posted by Show-me

This morning was much less eventful as yesterday, pain management is the key. As long as you are at that sweet spot things are much more bearable. Thanks everyone for the kindness, one day at a time. I just want to hold out until the disability retirement is approved, the difference in survivor annuity is tremendous, 8% vs. 20% of my high three. That's a big deal.

Show, praying everything will come together for the disability retirement before things progress any further, so that you and your family will have that peace of mind and rest easier. Our hearts are with you. Allie

Show-me, if you haven't tried turmeric, see what other cancer survivors say about this cancer-fighting spice from this website: http://csn.cancer.org/node/219876

The medicinal properties of this spice have been slowly revealing themselves over the centuries. Long known for its anti-inflammatory properties, recent research has revealed that turmeric is a natural wonder, proving beneficial in the treatment of many different health conditions from cancer to Alzheimer's disease.

Here are 20 reasons to add turmeric to your diet:

1. It is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, useful in disinfecting cuts and burns.
2. When combined with cauliflower, it has shown to prevent prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing prostate cancer.
3. Prevented breast cancer from spreading to the lungs in mice.
4. May prevent melanoma and cause existing melanoma cells to commit suicide.
5. Reduces the risk of childhood leukemia.
6. Is a natural liver detoxifier.
7. May prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.
8. May prevent metastases from occurring in many different forms of cancer.
9. It is a potent natural anti-inflammatory that works as well as many anti-inflammatory drugs but without the side effects.
10. Has shown promise in slowing the progression of multiple sclerosis in mice.
11. Is a natural painkiller and cox-2 inhibitor.
12. May aid in fat metabolism and help in weight management.
13. Has long been used in Chinese medicine as a treatment for depression.
14. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
15. Boosts the effects of chemo drug paclitaxel and reduces its side effects.
16. Promising studies are underway on the effects of turmeric on pancreatic cancer.
17. Studies are ongoing in the positive effects of turmeric on multiple myeloma.
18. Has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in tumors.
19. Speeds up wound healing and assists in remodeling of damaged skin.
20. May help in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.

20 Health Benefits of Turmeric

Contraindications: Turmeric should not be used by people with gallstones or bile obstruction. Though turmeric is often used by pregnant women, it is important to consult with a doctor before doing so as turmeric can be a uterine stimulant.

I bought my turmeric online at amazon.com. Indus Organics (100% certified organic) turmeric powder, 16 oz (2 jars for $34).

My super drink: In a tall glass of hot water, I put a green tea bag and squeeze it out after 5 minutes. Then add:

1 tsp. turmeric powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 heaping tbsp. coffee
1 heaping tbsp. Hershey's Cocoa (natural unsweetened)
1 tbsp. honey
1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil (Trader Joe's California Estate is rated best)

I drink half of it in the morning and store half in the fridge and finish it off in the evening. I've been doing it for about 7 years (added turmeric, black pepper and extra virgin olive oil last year). The antioxidants in this drink slows down the aging process, helps eliminate pain from arthritis, and kicks cancer-butt. Coffee has been known to protect against colon and prostate cancer. Take care and continue the fight.

Still kicking, removal of fluid around right lung turned into a panic attack so they did not get as much as they could have, still got 400ml. It did provide relief. Hot humid weather is no fun.

FERS Disability Retirement approved, I won my VA compensation case and my SSDI should hit first of July after the 5 month waiting period for terminal claimants. Need to make sure Health and Life insurance are still in place and that should be it. Prepaid my funeral, bought the plots and picked out a nice headstone made of Missouri Red Granite.

One thing of note, if you are going the Disability Retirement route and you do have a serious health condition, you can call OPM and expedite your case. It does require persistences and some calling back, but it work for me.

Very happy to be in the G fund this week..........

Glad to hear it, Show-me. Keep kicking!

you're not done yet, what's the next challenge? remember you have friends all along the way.

Congratulations, Show-me, on your FERS Disability and your VA compensation! Good to hear it. It's good that not everything is bad news. We have to take these victories as they come along. I know it was a hard won fight. Once again, thanks for sharing. My wife will be real happy to hear about this for you and yours. Keep on kicking and enjoy your retirement.

Glad to hear removing the 400 ml provided some relief. I hope it will last you awhile. How is the rest of the pain management going? Are they able to do anything else for you?

P.S. Congratualtions on already being in the G Fund. That's another small victory for you.