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Title: This could be my last classic
Post by: stringstretcher on April 10, 2013, 01:40:20 pm
I just wanted to take a minute and let all my friends and family on here at PA, that this not only might be my last classic, but a last for a lot of things.  I got my results back today, that I have been keeping from everyone about this because of the drama that I hate, but my sarcoidosis is back and full blown.  Meaning it is coming to the outside of my skin, and is also active in my lungs.  This explains the shortness of breath that I have been having since I stopped smoking, thinking it was the weight gain.  They now seem to think that it is also part of the problem with the light reflections in my eyes that causes me all kind of balance issures.  This is not a good thing to have because little is know about it as well as any treatment for it.  All I would ask is if you will, please say a prayer for me, as this time, I am going to need a lot of them.  They want to start some treatment on me, with little know of what the reaction might be, but I am not going to allow that to happen until after the classic.  So I have all intentions of meeting as many of you as I can, and having the time of my life this time at the classic.  Because of fearing the worst, this may be my last classic along with a lot of other things.

Thanks and God Bless
Charlie
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Post by: PEARL DRUMS on April 10, 2013, 01:49:42 pm
Keep your chin up Chuck and I WILL see you in a few weeks.
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Post by: JackCrafty on April 10, 2013, 01:54:44 pm
So sorry to hear that, Charlie.  Wish you the best possible outcome on the treatment.
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Post by: hatcha on April 10, 2013, 02:04:02 pm
Bad news indeed.  My thoughts and best wishes for you in the future.

With regard to lack of knowledge about the illness and treatment - you might consider looking into cannabis oil and the positive effects it has on many many illnesses and diseases.  It surely wouldn't hurt to look into it as a possible natural treatment method.

All the best,

Steve.
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Post by: Fred Arnold on April 10, 2013, 02:17:36 pm
Wishing you the best and hope and a prayer that you recover. Hang in there Charlie.
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Post by: Frawg on April 10, 2013, 02:30:39 pm
Prayers and thoughts.
Matt
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Post by: Olanigw (Pekane) on April 10, 2013, 02:45:51 pm
thoughts and prayers
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Post by: bowtarist on April 10, 2013, 04:02:36 pm
Sorry to hear that stringman.  We'll have a ball @ the Classic, though.  Thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family, dpgratz
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Post by: MWirwicki on April 10, 2013, 04:11:08 pm
Charlie:  Sorry to hear the news and our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Remind me at the Classic to talk to you about Sarcoidosis.  I was diagnosed with it when I was in my 30's.  It went into remission and has never come back.  I'm gonna be 50 soon. 
Title: Re: This could be my last classic
Post by: stringstretcher on April 10, 2013, 04:34:53 pm
Thanks all.  Matt, I was diagnosed in 1999 with it and at that time it was in my lungs.  They put me on Plaquenil for the length of time I could take it, because of sever side effects, and it went into remission and has flared up once since.  Now, over 1/3 of each of my lungs are all but gone and it appears it might be in my eyes now as well.  Just something else to deal with, but it is what it is and nothing I can do but deal with it.  Thanks everyone. See you at the classic.
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Post by: Roy on April 10, 2013, 05:23:47 pm
Charlie this saddens me, I'll be praying my butt off for you. Roy
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Post by: osage outlaw on April 10, 2013, 05:42:41 pm
Stay strong Charlie.  You have fought through this before, you can do it again.  I'll see you in a few weeks.
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Post by: seabass on April 10, 2013, 06:39:58 pm
you are in my prayers Charlie.see you soon brother.
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Post by: Buffalogobbler on April 10, 2013, 06:42:20 pm
My thought's and prayers Charlie, Have A GREAT time at the classic!

Kevin
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Post by: Ifrit617 on April 10, 2013, 06:56:49 pm
Stay strong bro, always difficult to hear something like this even though we've never met. Your in my prayers.

Jon
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Post by: Adam on April 10, 2013, 07:53:31 pm
I'm praying for you.
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Post by: mullet on April 10, 2013, 09:41:03 pm
Man,, Charlie, I really hate to hear this. I thought you had it beat and under control, finally. I'll see you in a few weeks, take care, my friend.
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Post by: Matt G. on April 10, 2013, 11:19:46 pm
Always praying for Charlie!!!
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Post by: chamookman on April 11, 2013, 05:00:19 am
Thoughts and Prayers sent. Bob
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Post by: Pappy on April 11, 2013, 07:04:19 am
So sorry to hear that Charlie ,you will be in my thoughts and prayers.See ya in a few weeks. Stay positive,miracles do happen.  :)
   Pappy
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Post by: Buckeye Guy on April 11, 2013, 08:03:25 am
Charlie
I will add you to my prayer list !
Stay strong 1
Guy
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Post by: jonathan creason on April 11, 2013, 03:32:43 pm
I hate to hear this, Charlie.  Prayers going up for you, buddy.
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Post by: stringstretcher on May 16, 2013, 10:49:52 am
Wanted to take a minute and let every one know that I had my first treatment with the chemo type medicine that they are putting me on.  Not good so far.  Had a really bad day yesterday after taking it.  Very sick, and very very weak.  I will have to take this for 6 weeks as long as my body adjust to it ok.  If not, not sure what will be done.

It will be a lot of down time from what they tell because of the side affect it will have, but I guess it is better than the alternative.

They suggested that I go to a gym to try and walk on treadmills and use other exercise machines to help keep my legs strength and upper body strength, but gym's are just not for me.  I am looking around now for a decent priced mountain bike that I can ride on the roads here around the house for a while and try that.

I just hope and pray they can get this nasty stuff back in remission.  I know I was not my self at the classic, and did not mingle as much as I would have liked, but I really needed the time away to sort some thoughts out, and get my mind set on this venture.

I will keep you posted of any drastic changes, but other wise, keep your arrows straight and have fun.
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Post by: Pappy on May 16, 2013, 11:54:53 am
In my prayers Charlie,keep us up dated,and if you need anything I can help with let me know. :)
   Pappy
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Post by: killir duck on May 16, 2013, 12:58:20 pm
prayin for ya man, and hope you get over it quick
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Post by: Gsulfridge on May 16, 2013, 05:08:05 pm
Man Charlie, I've only met you this year at the Classic but feel like I've known you for a long time. I sure hate the news but be strong friend. Let us know if we can help in any way.
Title: Re: This could be my last classic
Post by: MWirwicki on May 16, 2013, 05:41:15 pm
Charlie, keep your spirits up.  It can help with the physical stuff.  If there's anything I can do, just holler.  I'll see you at the next Classic if not before.  Certainly my good friend, we will chat in the meantime.
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Post by: seabass on May 16, 2013, 06:14:08 pm
stay strong Charlie,don't give up brother.do not hesitate to call me with any needs that you have.you should have my number.if you don't have it,send me a pm.i will help you all i can with anything.
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Post by: HoBow on May 16, 2013, 08:48:35 pm
Praying for you. 
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Post by: Roy on May 16, 2013, 10:48:25 pm
Praying for you, Charlie... Love Ya Man.. Roy
Title: Re: This could be my last classic
Post by: stringstretcher on May 17, 2013, 07:07:17 am
Thanks everyone.  Was and have been pretty sick from this stuff.  Felling a little better today.  My energy level seems to be -50 as man I just have none.  Maybe after my system gets used to this stuff, I will see the improvements.  Again, thanks so much everyone.
Title: Re: This could be my last classic
Post by: seabass on May 17, 2013, 07:24:18 am
you hang in there Charlie.
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Post by: Buckeye Guy on May 17, 2013, 08:17:40 am
Charlie
I am praying for you !
God will make a way for you !
He has used PA stuff to help me in my journey !
Take it one moment at a time ,a little here and a little there !
See ya around man !
Guy