It's been about 5 and a half years that my father has been cancer free. He is only 53 (48 when he was diagnosed). Back then, he waited until the last possible minute to tell me because he knew that I would be devastated (totally like him to be worried about ME when HE was the one with cancer). But he was right, I was devastated--to the point where I was physically ill for about 6 months. Thankfully, he had a partial nephrectomy and the tumor was encapsulated--and the cancer didn't spread! The doctor said it was a miracle.
We have been blessed for the past 5 years, thinking he was in the clear. Well my mother called me late last night and told me he is going to be having another mass removed from his groin--TODAY. Once it is removed they will do a biopsy. I am trying to stay positive but it makes me nervous that they waited so long to tell me (reminds me of last time). Please send my father your prayers and well wishes. And hug the ones you love extra tight today.
