Beached

[Mark Vlahos]

I am only going to post this here, although I participate in a few other “boards”.

I was recently diagnosed with a common type of Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The recovery rate for this is very good, and my case was caught very early, so my expectation for a successful outcome is very high. I have taken some time off work, although I expect to return to work in the next few weeks while I continue chemotherapy.

As a result of this I am temporarily beached, which is too bad since I actually will be missing a few days of diving that was on the horizon for me.

Please keep me in your thoughts, and remember that little lump or sore throat just might actually be serious, mine was.

Mark Vlahos

[TobinGeorge]

Wow,

Glad you had a prompt diagnosis, sorry to hear of your troubles. Modern medicine can work miracles.

Tobin

[marci]

oh, mark, i'm sorry! i sure hope you get a 'usual' outcome - total recovery.

so, you're back working? on what?

[ScubaGeezer]

Mark

Best of luck to you!

I am at the end of a similar medical experience myself! Early diagnosis and really great medical care have gotten me through as I'm sure it will for you!

Brad

[LCF]

Oh, Mark, I'm sorry to hear this, but I'm certainly glad you got diagnosed at an early stage, and have a favorable cell type. I have several friends who have had lymphoma and are nearing ten years out without recurrence, so it is very possible to achieve a cure.

Sorry you're beached and that you have to go through chemo, but all things come to an end.

Thanks for sharing with us.

[fdog]

Positive thoughts are the center of recovery. I know, I've had to use them.

Here's wave after wave of good ones coming at ya! ...that, and chicken noodle soup, will do wonders, I'm sure.

Chin up!


All the best, James

[b1gcountry]

Best of luck, and a speedy recovery!

Tom

[Mo2vation]

Oh buddy - so excellent it was caught early.

Lifting you up!

-K

[Ben V]

Hoping for a speedy recovery... We'll be cheering you on.

[HBDiveGirl]

Sending light and encouragement all around you, Mark!!!

Thank you for letting us know so we're here to cheer you onwards.

May you heal and heal and heal some more.

Thinking of you!

~~~~~
Claudette

[kevfin]

Hey Mark,

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Can't wait to hear when you are diving again.

[DiverLS]

Sorry to hear that. I got beached about 15 years ago and it took me out for over a year. Boy did it feel good to get back in the water and breathe through that regulator. Hope you get the same feeling.

[pullmyfinger]

I wish you a speedy recovery. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

-Mitch

[Grateful Diver]

Wishing you a complete and speedy recovery, Mark ...

.... Bob (Grateful Diver)

[liuk3]

Take care and keep us updated. Many positive well wishes coming your way.