screening for colon cancer (in the united states) isn't done until at least 50 years old generally, unless you have a relative with FAP or HNPCC or a relative who has had colon cancer fairly early in their lifetime

with that said, i think most of the population of on these forums isn't anywhere near the age of "getting checked" for colon cancer just yet

sorry you got it, best wishes in your treatment and outcome

vult

United States9399 Posts

May 24 2014 19:46 GMT

#386

Sad to see that his condition is worse than expected, hopefully chemo will be successful.

Amestir

Netherlands2126 Posts

May 24 2014 20:41 GMT

#387

Get well TB, you can do it.

BoZiffer

United States1841 Posts

May 24 2014 21:00 GMT

#388

Sorry to hear TB. Well wishes sir.

OldLadyStarCraft

United States66 Posts

May 24 2014 21:28 GMT

#389

May all these good wishes and the support of this community be a tiny comfort in your low moments. The world needs "interesting characters" like you, not afraid to voice the good and the bad. Thanks for all of the work you have done to make esports and gaming a place of refuge for many including this "old lady."

Getting the message out about screening and seeking treatment is valuable, especially for the young people who feel invincible. You are right that many people are embarrassed to talk about bowel health and don't know what is considered abnormal. The topic is hot right now with your diagnosis and Minigun's recent health problems.

If you don't know the signs of possible colon cancer (as well as other bowel problems), look them up: http://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/guide/understanding-colorectal-cancer-symptoms. I am a nursing professor (maybe the only one on here?) and appreciate the value of hearing someone's story as a warning to others, one of the few positives associated with a cancer diagnosis. Best of luck TB and keep us updated.

Telcontar

United Kingdom16710 Posts

May 24 2014 21:35 GMT

#390

I know you can beat this thing! Just know that millions of people are behind you, cheering you on. Never give in!

Rageypoo

United States110 Posts

May 24 2014 22:56 GMT

#391

chemo...dayum.

Kenobii

Canada35 Posts

May 24 2014 23:23 GMT

#392

Wish him all the best.

Skynx

Turkey7150 Posts

May 25 2014 00:17 GMT

#393

Good luck TB, get well soon!

Thalandros

Netherlands1151 Posts

May 25 2014 00:54 GMT

#394

Already said this on twitter, but.. Best wishes going out to you TotalBiscuit. We're grateful you're here for us, time for us to show we're here to support you too.

I have always appreciated (and mostly enjoyed watching) your content and will always keep doing that, because you're such an inspiration. You're hard working (way too hard sometimes..

) and very transparant, which I respect so much. Even with this tumor thing. Knowing that it's gotten worse since you first talked about it, I hope you read this thread and it brightens your day a little bit, with the added knowledge that you're gonna fight through this easy peasy, gg no re.

DamageControL

United States4222 Posts

May 25 2014 01:37 GMT

#395

Good luck, TB. I'm so emotional right now. I hope you know that many people, though they've never met you, are behind you right now. We care about you. So please kick the shit out of cancer.

Dustin587

United States1 Post

May 26 2014 09:55 GMT

#396

I can't say I actually play esports, but I am a fan of TB's and thought I would chime in on this. I made an account just for this purpose because I think it's a very important issue to discuss. Much respect for TB for sharing something so personal.

I work in a medical laboratory. Trust me, the stuff that most people are embarrassed about we see every single day in healthcare. I have processed hundreds of stool samples over the course of my career. It doesn't freak me out or make me uncomfortable to see these sorts of things. The only thing we care about is helping our patients get better.

So, if you're feeling uncomfortable, don't let that make you hesitate. Your doctor is used to it. His nurse is used to it. I am used to it. Everyone in healthcare is accustomed to helping people with any issue you can think of.

Get examined if you think you're having a health issue. I have high blood pressure that's treated now. Had I let it go on, it could've easily caused much more severe health problems. Not as serious as cancer, but it's just an example.

SC2Toastie

Netherlands5725 Posts

May 26 2014 09:57 GMT

#397

Nice little jump in, Dustin, thanks for the little bit of 'inside' information!

How's TB been doing recently?

FFW_Rude

France10201 Posts

May 26 2014 10:01 GMT

#398

Oh my god. I sure hope you will be fine. AS stated by many you sound positive and it's a good thing. Keep that mindset ! YOU ! WILL ! BE ! FINE !

Best of luck to you and try to rest a little. Maybe see with MLG if they can replace you for Shoutcraft clan wars for a period of time until you can deal with it entirely ?

Get well.

papaz

Sweden4149 Posts

May 26 2014 10:05 GMT

#399

Sad to hear it was a full blown cancer. Stay strong and get well!

Nineball

Norway163 Posts

May 26 2014 10:18 GMT

#400

Mr TB. If you are reading this thread. I really really wish you all the best and hope you get better! This thing has to battle you, not the other way around. You stay strong!

Kind regards, Kristian.