the results are in...

[mamfa]

well, most of them

my nephew has osteosarcoma (bone cancer) which has potentially spread to one of his lungs (they're investigating a lump)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osteosarcoma
i am particularly ignoring this quote: "Osteosarcoma has one of the lowest survival rates for

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[mamfa]

thanks chica - the oncologist told my sister not to look it up on the internet but it was too late for me and my mum!

todays hurdle was getting him through being told it was definitely cancer - apparently he took it so calmly that they praised his maturity :)

[thepussykat]

love and hugs and strength to you all

xxx

[mamfa]

thanks hon x

[glennkenobi]

The trouble with the Internet (Wiki included) is that you have to take it with a pinch of salt, experiences often vary and generally.... statistics are poo. I'm crossing fingers for your nephew...

[mamfa]

oh yes - which is why the docs have told my sis to stay away from it. she's too tired for common sense at the minute *sigh*

thanks

[k_matic]

Really sorry to hear about your nephew :(

If there's anything I can do, let me know.

Actually, have you thought about getting him a handheld games console for while he's in hospital/having lots of tests? Like a PSP or a DS. I'm sure I could get a few games donated from work or something.

Just a thought.

((sends hugs))

[mamfa]

thank you.

he got a ds for christmas actually - just have to make sure he takes a charger with him now! unfortunately (for him!) he gets to do lessons via the internet while in hospital (his school was a pioneer in the north west apparently) so it won't all be leisure time.

the offer of games is very generous and thoughtful thankyou :)

[gillywoo]

So sorry to hear.
Am keeping fingers crossed

xx

[mamfa]

thanks babe x