Update to my grateful heart
Update to my grateful heart
For those of you who have been so very kind to me and offered some heart felt support and prayers over the recent dilemma regarding my wife’s health, I want to take a moment to thank you and give an update. She was recently diagnosed with an “abnormality” on her pancreas. After several tests, blood labs and a couple of CT’s that could not allow doctors to a hypothesis to what this was, we was then lead to an Endoscopic ultrasound, where they went to take a closer look and did a biopsy of this “Mass”. It was then concluded she had a neuroendocrine tumor that was cancerous. We then went to an Oncologist, to let us know that this could be fixed, but would require a partial to a complete removal of her pancreas and her spleen. We was then guided to a Doctor at a nearby Specialized cancer center who is one of a few that is capable of undergoing such a surgery. He then notified us that she did not have neuroendocrine tumor but he was not certain what exactly she had. He had her undergo a PET Scan to determine if this area was “red” with cancer or if there was cancer some place else in her body that had metastatic impact on this spot. The results indicated no cancer but the spot in question was “glowing red” which could indicate a cancer. He then had her go back the next day to have another endoscopic procedure where they could get a better sampling of tissue. After the procedure the performing doctor was again, puzzled at the area being questioned. He was careful to make any direct diagnosis without waiting for the labs to do their thing, but was back to believing it was a tumor or lymphoma. By now, this rollercoaster of events was becoming extremely tiresome and wearing the both of us down. We were told to sit tight and give them yet a couple more days. We finally received word that she has NO CANCER, NO TUMOR and NO LYMPHOMA. She has Histoplasmosis, which is a somewhat rare fungus that is growing near her pancreas and her stomach. The theory is that in the late 60’s and early 70’s many areas in the mid west tore down old buildings where the “droppings” from pigeons were airborne and inhaled by nearby residents. It has been tabbed as the “Ohio Valley Disease”. She should may be treated with a steroid, but more so just observed again in six months to see if there is any growth.
The bottom line for me and my wife is this. Prayers were answered and God deserves the praise for allowing us to undergo this “rollercoaster” of emotions and events. We had a renewal of faith through this experience. I cannot imagine being able to sustain through this time, without the love that God shed upon us. The direct personal guidance and the enormous strength that we garnered throughout this was incredible. The outpour of love through family, friends, co-workers and my hubpage pals is still overwhelming. I wrote in a previous hub explaining my grateful heart, and to this day, I cannot muster up the proper words to fully explain just how grateful my heart truly is. I also wrote a rare poem about my first encounter with this situation a few months ago, expressing how I love my wife. It is times as such that really digs deep into your soul, and brings forth such emotions that only magnifies just how important having a relationship with Christ can be, to those of us who have accepted Him as our Savior.
Again thank you all who have reached out to me during this time. Please know that I am more than willing to offer my heart back to you during anytime you feel there is a need to do so.
May God bless you all.
Chris
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I am glad to hear this is something that is able to be taken care of. I have heard of this fungus problem here in our area of Ohio and how sick some people had been. In the early 80's pigeons were on bounty. Many farmers not having the time themselves would hire hunters to shoot as many as possible to keep them out of their barns so their animals would not be effected by this.
God does deserve the praise! It is great to know that you have people caring about you and praying for you even though you haven't met them!
We may see things in the natural, but our God can put the S-U-P-E-R in front of natural and work all things out for the good. This situation, Chris, that you and your wife faced will inspire and be a blessing to others because they will see the power of the living God. And their faith, too, will be rewarded and God will again get the praise!
Bless you and your wife!!
Wonderful news! God bless to you and your wife.
My wife is very near yours. I enjoyed this very much. You have this laid out beautifully and it is easy to understand. Keep up the great HUBS. Up one and beautiful. Hey! I'm now your fan! RJ
Dear Chris,
How wonderful and beautiful this hub is and what glorious news of your wife's healing. I can only say that God is an awesome God and I am so happy to see you give him the praise and honor. Faith and prayer moves mountains and the Lord surly moved this one for your both.
God Bless you both..
Sunnie
Glory be to God and the doctors He empowers!
Great news my friend.
Thanks for the good news update. I am thankful to the Lord and for your wife's restoration of health. You are so loving and supportive to her and have a grateful heart. Hallelujah to God!
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Micheal,
I had never realized pigeons could be such a problem. Thank you for your support and your comments.
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Dexter, I have no doubt that God intervened and He deserves more praise than I could ever muster up. I hope somehow, others can find some strength and turn to God in their dark hours.
Thanks for your praise to God and your comments.
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Sue,
Thanks for your support and your comments. :)
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Thanks for your visit and comments RJ, I too am now a fan of yours.
I appreciate you taking the time to share with me.
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Sunnie,
We sure do have an awesome God. I really want to thank you for your concern and your comments. I will be here for you if you need any prayer support.
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Will amen and amen!!!
Thank YOU for being a support friend.
Dear Chris and your lovely wife, I am amazed at your story of courage and supportive strength to each other. I am also amazed and encouraged by the specialist and his persistence in full understanding, as medical mistakes often leave patients with life-altering consequences inflicted by carelessness or neglegence in medical intervention. Thank you for sharing this personal journey that, thank God, can return your wife to health and to the continuing magic you share for a long life of happiness together. This is a beautiful, well-written personal piece that gives attention to everything important in life, faith, hope and love. I am very happy for your and yours.
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Hyphenbird,
as you so well stated Hallelujah to God!
Thank you for your very kind words and support.
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Amy,
Thank you for your extremely gracious comments, I apprectiate them very, very much.
Chris
Hi Chris, I had no idea what was going on but praise be to God you both are holding on strong and getting though this. I know God works in mysterious ways and he will see you through.
God bless you both!
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Thank you Cardisa, and blessing to you also...
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Halleljah!! God is good. What a stressful experience. You will have to take a vacation the two of you and breathe some sighs of relief.
Rejoicing with you.
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Tamarajo
I can tell you this, I am VERY ready for a vacation... :)
Thank you for rejoicing with us and for your very kind remarks.
A rare fungus? I've never heard of the condition before, and the physician who discovered it should be commended. Glad to hear that unneccesary surgery was avoided.
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A.A. Zavala,
It still amazes me when I think about it. Just how fortunate we are through all of this. That is why I have made the decision early on that I would praise God through all of this, despite the outcome.
It is indeed a rare fungus. The town that my wife was raised in (Anderson, IN) had several buildings tore down in the late 60's and early 70's, and there have been several diagnosed with this condition since then.
Thank you for stopping by and your kind words.
But don't you people believe that everything is your god's will regardless!
IF your wife had died then you would say that it was your god's will anyhow!
The facts remain that the legitimate evidence any god was involved is zero!
The facts remain that IF god was involved then it may not have been yours but the real one that keeps silent and lets other god's take the credit!
You wouldn't have a clue!
From a personal point of view I am pleased for your wife's sake!
Most pleased that you enjoy a favorable outcome to this crisis in your family Cred2
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Composer,
Thank you for your personal point of view, it is appreciated.
The only FACT, that I can share with you is, that I do have a personal relationship with my God. It is as real as the air you breath. Simply because you have chosen not to believe does not mean that other folks personal faith in something does not exist. The word of God is a powerful tool. It is full of wisdom. He has cleared a path for everyone to follow. His Will is that we all choose to to do so. What happens in each of our lives is up to us. If we accept to be part of His plan, then we can expect His personal guidence. Sometimes it is not what we want, but we still have faith that, ultimately it will all will work out to the Glory of God.
That composer, is what I have decided is best for my family and myself tolive our lives. It works for me and mine. It allows me to sleep like a baby at night. It gives me confidence to do what I think is best and how to conduct my life. I have peace and comfort. You have to decide your own fate. I do pray that others can know God, but that is about all I can do.
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Credence2,
Thank you for your comments.
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Hello, so glad things turned out to be less serious than you originally thought. Hoping for a fast and easy recovery. Best, Stu
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Thank you very much Stu...
YW C; please keep us updated on your wife's recovery.
Stu
Awesome! God is so good! I am so happy for you both!
Chris, I'm glad the prayer were answered, you take care now and if I might could help let me know, blessings and love, 50
A very beautiful story of courage..........you write such beautiful and inspirational hubs..........I love how you explain things and I admire your courage......bless you and your family.
Chris,
Thank God and thank your love for each other! You and your wife are so special and it is a blessing to have you in our community. I am so glad you shared this news with us. Have a peaceful evening, mar.
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FriendofTruth,
Thank you for your kind words
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Dusty,
YES!, and prayer HAS been answered. Thank you for your friendship and your support.
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dramatis personae
Thank you for your extremely kind remarks and your support.
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marcoujor,
Thank you! These hubpages and the relationships I have made here have been a blessing on its own. Thank YOU for commenting and your support.
PRAISE THE LORD, Jehovah-Rapha is still on the throne. I am happy that your prayers have been answered. God bless...
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and a heart-felt "thank you" to you C-Bless....
Very happy for you and your wife:) ge
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Thanks ge!!
Wow, I didn't think I was going to come to the end of all these comments! I also am happy for the great outcome of your wife's tests. Praise the Lord, He is AWESOME!!!!
Hi CM,
So happy things worked out!
Stu
Our God IS an awesome God.
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YES Becky, without a doubt...HE IS AN AWESOME GOD.
Thank you
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Thanks Stu....things are going great right now.
Chris
CM,
Praise The Lord!
Reading this hub has made my day. It has given me a huge lift, and I am so grateful for the blessing that has been bestowed on your wife, your family and you.
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Thanks feenix, as I just re-read what I wrote brings a smile to my face. Though it was an extremely difficult time, it brought my family closer to God. Even my family grew much closer together, so through it all, God allowed us to grow...and through THAT we have been so blessed.
as you just said..Parise the Lord!
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GOD is awesome. I am happy that things have turned the way have for you and your wife...Stay blessed always.
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Thank you so very much Ramzeed...
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Great news I am truly happy that all went well. Thank GOD and may your wife always be healthy. GOD BLESS. :)
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Thank you One-life1 for those very, very gracious remarks.
:)
Thank you for sharing.
Your sister in Christ.
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and I thank you sister!!
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"NO CANCER, NO TUMOR and NO LYMPHOMA"
What an enormous blessing to hear these words. It may have been a misdiagnosis. Then again she might have been healed by God before you heard these wonderful words.
"Prayers were answered and God deserves the praise"
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
"We had a renewal of faith through this experience. I cannot imagine being able to sustain through this time, without the love that God shed upon us."
Amen! God Bless You and your wife, brother. What a miracle. What a story. Thank you.
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James, without a doubt, God deserves ALL of the credit.
Thanks for your kind and encouraging words.
Oh Chris, I am so very sorry I'm so behind...I am so very happy for you and your wife!!!! May God keep you both safe and healthy!!!
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Thank you Maggie!
:)
God IS Good!
What an amazing story to share! I am thrilled with you at the outcome, and to know of your faith in God, together.
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Thank you frogy.
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