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93. Oh, man. Sending hugs to you and prayers to heaven.

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Sun Dec 28, 2025, 02:04 PM

Dec 28

I have a friend who's been undergoing some serious chemo for lung cancer which had been spreading to other organs. Her doctors have been closely balancing the chemo (originally by IV, but then via a kind of direct "wash" into the peritoneal cavity) with her bloodwork and her own health and tolerance, and they managed to shrink things down over the course of the year. I think she switches to a different ongoing treatment regimen -- maybe oral? -- in January. I know that different biologies and different cancers require specific approaches and customized treatment plans, but I thought I'd share that my friend has impressed her doctors with her grit and progress and outcomes thus far. All while still working a full-time job and being a family matriarch. If anyone can kick cancer's ass, it's her.

And your clear-headed strength in facing this battle reminds me of her a lot.

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Oh, Peggy blogslug Dec 28 #1

Lousy SuzyandPuffpuff Dec 28 #2

Peggy, you already know that we're with you and if anyone can successfully deal with this, it has to be you Rhiannon12866 Dec 28 #3

Don't ever hesitate to let us know what is going on with you. 3catwoman3 Dec 28 #4

We're all here for you, giving you our best DU love and support Maru Kitteh Dec 28 #5

(((HUGS))) We are with you in every way. applegrove Dec 28 #6

Take each step as they come and we'll be here with you as you travel this path. Solly Mack Dec 28 #7

Peggy so sorry montanacowboy Dec 28 #8

Oh dear Peggy. Hugs irisblue Dec 28 #9

. regnaD kciN Dec 28 #10

So sorry you didn't get better news Bayard Dec 28 #11

i'm really sorry to hear this. orleans Dec 28 #12

Sigh. Hugs. Strength, and hope. electric_blue68 Dec 28 #13

I'm so sorry Peggy choie Dec 28 #14

Not good news but I shall continue to think only positive thoughts. You can beat this. LoisB Dec 28 #15

I send my hopes for strength and healing for you California Peggy/ ShazamIam Dec 28 #16

Hi Peggy. people Dec 28 #17

Thank you for keeping us updated. rubbersole Dec 28 #18

No matter the time of year, please let us know how you are doing markodochartaigh Dec 28 #19

Hi Peggy stage left Dec 28 #20

Note to CaliforniaPeggy.. Permanut Dec 28 #21

Thank you for that reminder to the Universe! Seconded! niyad Dec 28 #52

Dang, Peggy, sounds like you are running into some bumps in your road. I'm so sorry.. Biophilic Dec 28 #22

Any time is a good time. BidenRocks Dec 28 #23

Oh dear Peggy, I am dashed for you that there is no shrinking, but am pinning all kinds of hope on the news that KitFox Dec 28 #24

I'm keeping positive thoughts for you Peggy. Buddyzbuddy Dec 28 #25

Peggy, a wise physician once told me... LuckyCharms Dec 28 #26

Keep on fighting my dear CaliforniaPeggy malaise Dec 28 #27

I'm cheering for your recovery, and believing in your incredible fighting spirit. Emile Dec 28 #28

positive thoughts going out to you, Peggy markie Dec 28 #29

Standing with you all the way peggy HAB911 Dec 28 #30

We are here for you, Peggy. SheltieLover Dec 28 #31

Sending hugs and positive thoughts for your next livetohike Dec 28 #32

Positives. cachukis Dec 28 #33

Dearest CaPeggy 💙 Niagara Dec 28 #34

Positive Vibes heading your way, Peggy farmbo Dec 28 #35

What does your doctors recommend as the next courseof treatment? Hang in there. sinkingfeeling Dec 28 #36

Not great news, Peggy. But we know you're a fighter. Swede Dec 28 #37

Thinking of you often... PCIntern Dec 28 #38

My dearest California Peggy... Kid Berwyn Dec 28 #39

Staying positive does help. I pulling for you! You're on top of it and involved and that's a BIG plus. marble falls Dec 28 #40

If the news isn't bad, it's good. malthaussen Dec 28 #41

You are family to us all, especially those who have lost family to Trump-ism duhneece Dec 28 #42

Hugs and encouragement. murielm99 Dec 28 #43

You are in my thoughts & I'm sending hugs & healing energy! CaptainTruth Dec 28 #44

So sorry Peggy it's not going better than expected KS Toronado Dec 28 #45

Continue letting us share this with you radical noodle Dec 28 #46

Sorry the news is not better. Stay positive and take it as it comes ms liberty Dec 28 #47

My dear Ms Peggy. Holding you in love and light. All possible healing vibes niyad Dec 28 #48

Am so sorry for you and this not so positive news.......just know that we are ALL here for you. a kennedy Dec 28 #49

I'm sorry to hear this, Peggy. milestogo Dec 28 #50

I just wanted to join the family here to wish you the very best outcome for you. bluestarone Dec 28 #51

Sending hugs and positive, healing vibes, Peggy. I'm so sorry the scan results weren't highplainsdem Dec 28 #53

Hope lives in you. Hope is a powerful force for healing. Be well CaliforniaPeggy 💚💖 Clouds Passing Dec 28 #54

(gentle hug) 🫂 mwmisses4289 Dec 28 #55

Stay hopeful, CalPeggy. You are in our 💞 hearts. Polly Hennessey Dec 28 #56

Peace and healing to you. LuvLoogie Dec 28 #57

I wish you'd had happier results, but I know your medical team is still looking Trueblue Texan Dec 28 #58

Wherever your path is headed, we're on it with you, Miss Peggy. It might be longer than hoped for, Deuxcents Dec 28 #59

Thanks for the update Richluu Dec 28 #60

Sounds like it was good news in that the cancer in your right lung hadn't grown. HeartsCanHope Dec 28 #61

Hi Peggy, sorry for the late reply, Diamond_Dog Dec 28 #62

Sending love & light, Peggy - TBF Dec 28 #63

That sucks, but don't give up hope. Wishing you better news soon. Vinca Dec 28 #64

all of that awfulness bigtree Dec 28 #65

Love and hope to you, Peggy Easterncedar Dec 28 #66

We are all here for you dear Peggy. Grumpy Old Guy Dec 28 #67

Very sad news CP popsdenver Dec 28 #68

I have a lot of respect for you, CaliforniaPeggy. Dem_in_Nebr. Dec 28 #69

We are with you, step by step, day by day Wild blueberry Dec 28 #70

My thoughts and love 💕 for you.. bsiebs Dec 28 #71

Please continue to keep us posted. Laffy Kat Dec 28 #72

You're family, of course we want to know! Phentex Dec 28 #73

I hate this. bluescribbler Dec 28 #74

That's discouraging but not hopeless. pandr32 Dec 28 #75

I'm sorry to read that. Things get complicated. MineralMan Dec 28 #76

Here's hoping you the best !!! Dave says Dec 28 #77

I'm very sure that everyone on this site loves you and cares about you. Tagrisso is a drug that is geared... NNadir Dec 28 #78

I'm so sorry to hear this CaliforniaPeggy. MarineCombatEngineer Dec 28 #79

Still hoping for the best for you. Your DU friends will spooky3 Dec 28 #80

Thanks for the update mountain grammy Dec 28 #81

From one Peggy to another--so sorry to hear this peggysue2 Dec 28 #82

Marathon not a sprint. mr715 Dec 28 #83

Dear Peggy gademocrat7 Dec 28 #84

Fight like you have for all of us. sellitman Dec 28 #85

My Dear Peggy Hekate Dec 28 #86

Peggy, you are a beloved member of this community. yardwork Dec 28 #87

I apologize for not recalling if this is a primary lung cancer or metastasis. Ms. Toad Dec 28 #88

Sending all positive thoughts your way!! chowder66 Dec 28 #89

Take good care of yourself CaliforniaPeggy... spanone Dec 28 #90

You are a bright light in this world and an important cog in the universe. 1WorldHope Dec 28 #91

If you need support, as you say, you've come to the right place California Peggy! senseandsensibility Dec 28 #92

Oh, man. Sending hugs to you and prayers to heaven. Beartracks Dec 28 #93

Sorry to see that, dear Peggy dickthegrouch Dec 28 #94

I'm sorry. cate94 Dec 28 #95

All the best, Peggy. Turbineguy Dec 28 #96

Your DU family is pulling for YOU! Omaha Steve Dec 28 #97

My dear Peggy, get well soon! GoneOffShore Dec 28 #98

Sending you good vibes IndyPepper Dec 28 #99

Oh no, dang it wendyb-NC Dec 28 #100

When my hubby was diagnosed with lung cancer, it was stage 4 and had produced a spot on his liver and lymph nodes. appleannie1 Dec 28 #101

The Cancer Ledge... EarthAbides Dec 28 #102

Ask for local support Dear_Prudence Dec 28 #103

Big Hug proud patriot Dec 28 #104

Keep this. And keep it handy. calimary Dec 28 #105

Dearest Peggy, summer_in_TX Dec 28 #106

You have a life and Soul pwb Dec 28 #107

Dearest CalPeggy ... there's something to be thankful for in all of this FakeNoose Dec 28 #108

Love you and wishing the best for you orangecrush Dec 28 #109

Don't give up. joanbarnes Dec 28 #110

As someone who's stood in those shoes, but with a different set of circumstances... Miles Archer Dec 28 #111

Much love, good wishes and healing vibes dear CaliforniaPeggy Grim Chieftain Dec 28 #112

Peg I am saddened that you did not get the positive results you hoped for. Fla Dem Dec 28 #113

Remember, we're all there w/ you when you go to appts, to therapy sessions, to everything. You don't see us, but SWBTATTReg Dec 28 #114

Thank you for the update Peggy FemDemERA Dec 28 #115

Sending so much love evolves Dec 28 #116

Peggy, you are loved here and we all want only the best for you. hamsterjill Dec 28 #117

I wish you all the best, ED Evolve Dammit Dec 28 #118

I'm so sorry your results weren't more positive. Lonestarblue Dec 28 #119

Just reading this now. Hoping you have the best possible outcome. OAITW r.2.0 Dec 28 #120

Sending Hope and prayers for recovery Flash953 Dec 28 #121

hey Ms. Pegster, no debate needed Skittles Dec 28 #122

When I was finally diagnosed with my Cancer. mercuryblues Dec 28 #123

Stay strong. Stay encouraged. We love you. ❤️ littlemissmartypants Dec 28 #124

Do what the doctor tells you and stay really really really tavernier Dec 28 #125

Stay positive dear Peggy. FalloutShelter Dec 28 #126

My Dear Peggy - DeeDeeNY Dec 28 #127

Love, comfort, and all good things. quaint Dec 28 #128

been following your progress oldtime dfl_er Dec 28 #129

Positive vibes coming your way! You are such a ray of sunlight at DU, now it's about turn to light your way! MLAA Dec 28 #130