Early Detection

Jack Matyas · 10-06-2021, 10:30 AM

Early detection is key for sure .Back when I got my first COPO I needed a 'new' license and passed the 'doctor' part and went on to the eye exam - took the test and the operator said she couldn't pass me because my numbers were something like 20/70 and I thought she was kidding as I had no idea things were that bad .Turns out after two operations my eyesight was back to normal and things looked much better ( no pun intended ) .Saving racers money isn't always the best idea - because I got fixed I'm sure my driving got better .

GTX JOHN · 10-06-2021, 10:47 AM

When it comes to Cancer ==
Early Detection is Absolutely Critical.
The reasons I am alive to write this after :
Kidney Cancer(12 Hr. Surgery)
Colon cancer
Melanoma

Are ONLY because I caught them very Early!!
It is a matter of Life OR Death.

Opps: Forgot Prostate Cancer!

Carguy49 · 10-06-2021, 11:05 AM

As most of you know I lost my wife to Cancer almost 3 1/2 years ago. Because she was made aware (through exams and testing) of the Breast Cancer in October 2003, we began a journey that lasted 14 1/2 years , until her death in April 2018 Treatments and many Doctor's visits and some life changes and diet changes, also. The journey wasn't always fun, but it was very exciting at times. We made some trips that might not have happened. The bottom line is that because my wife was checked and a decision made on what to do, we had another 14 1/2 years that might not have happened. Her faith in God (and mine) and a strong bond between us made those years very rewarding, to not only us but others around us.

Jeff Stout · 10-06-2021, 05:37 PM

When NHRA made us get a physical years ago for 8.50 license I found I had kidney trouble. It was an early detection and have been treating it for years and now in kidney list and doing dialysis. I did not feel bad at all and would have never went to the Dr. Then it would have been to late and probably been in real trouble. Also my girlfriend of 25 years was able to get an early detection on breast cancer. Some chemo, basic surgery, more chemo and it looks like she may be home free. I can not emphasize check ups to find a problem in its early stages.

Jeff Stout · 10-06-2021, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Carguy49

As most of you know I lost my wife to Cancer almost 3 1/2 years ago. Because she was made aware (through exams and testing) of the Breast Cancer in October 2003, we began a journey that lasted 14 1/2 years , until her death in April 2018 Treatments and many Doctor's visits and some life changes and diet changes, also. The journey wasn't always fun, but it was very exciting at times. We made some trips that might not have happened. The bottom line is that because my wife was checked and a decision made on what to do, we had another 14 1/2 years that might not have happened. Her faith in God (and mine) and a strong bond between us made those years very rewarding, to not only us but others around us.

Could not agree with this more. This journey of our 2 problems has brought us closer together. We were both pretty independent and now we feed off of each other and get through the days and weeks in a better place in our personal life

Mike Bassin · 10-07-2021, 09:14 AM

The old saying "if it ain't broke don't fix it" won't fly with your health. Denying anything was wrong, ignoring weight loss and urinary issues, I finally decided to go get checked out, sky high blood pressure, very poor kidney function, anemia and prostate issues were found, the mix of troubles could have taken me out for sure. After two hospital stays and two surgeries I'm now in pretty good shape. I'm thankful for the great care received by my doctors, surgeons and hospital staff in WellSpan group in the Gettysburg, Pa. area. My wife, family and friends support got me through this deal also. Routine doctor visits would have caught this mess much earlier and treatment would have been a lot less involved. Don't ignore your health.

Mike Bassin, track announcer, Mason Dixon Dragway

Carguy49 · 10-07-2021, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff Stout

Could not agree with this more. This journey of our 2 problems has brought us closer together. We were both pretty independent and now we feed off of each other and get through the days and weeks in a better place in our personal life

Thank you for your comments. God Bless you and I pray that you and your girlfriend have MANY more years of companionship.

4406mopar · 10-08-2021, 06:38 PM

Yes work on the car and work on your health.

FED 387 · 10-08-2021, 09:23 PM

In 2009 I went in for my "routine" physical to renew my NHRA license I coupled this with my annual physical covered by my insurance--- My DR. did all the NHRA required tests along with my regular exam and digital exam and my blood panel work came back with a very high PSA (prostate) results so he suggested we do another test in 90 days--we did another blood draw in 90 days and my PSA score had increased dramatically so he suggested I see a Urologist---I set up an exam and by the time I got in to see the Urologist my PSA had increased even more---so we did a biopsy which came back NEGATIVE and further blood tests every 90 days for the next 2 years dropped back to my "normal" level and stayed there--- after year 2's test it all of a sudden escalated dangerously high so my Urologist suggested another biopsy which I did and it came back POSITIVE for CANCER---I was scheduled for a Prosatetectomy ( surgical removal of the prostate) between the time I was diagnosed with CANCER end of April 2009 and and the operation about 4 weeks later June 2009 my cancer had progressed from a 2B level to a 3B/4A level--- had I waited any longer it would have been TERMINAL for me----- I never suspected anything and thankfully the NHRA license renewal physical probably helped me discover a potential fatal medical condition left untreated for another 6 months could have been disastrous- ---FED 387

10-06-2021, 10:30 AM	#1
Jack Matyas Live Reporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Bethlehem , PA -Christmas City , USA Posts: 4,931 Likes: 407 Liked 2,052 Times in 400 Posts	Re: Early Detection Early detection is key for sure .Back when I got my first COPO I needed a 'new' license and passed the 'doctor' part and went on to the eye exam - took the test and the operator said she couldn't pass me because my numbers were something like 20/70 and I thought she was kidding as I had no idea things were that bad .Turns out after two operations my eyesight was back to normal and things looked much better ( no pun intended ) .Saving racers money isn't always the best idea - because I got fixed I'm sure my driving got better . __________________ Jack Matyas 1547 FS/C 2015 Camaro COPO # 62- 2012 Camaro Convertible COPO

10-06-2021, 10:47 AM	#2
GTX JOHN VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Boulder City, Nevada 89005 Posts: 2,733 Likes: 2,802 Liked 2,486 Times in 697 Posts	Re: Early Detection When it comes to Cancer == Early Detection is Absolutely Critical. The reasons I am alive to write this after : Kidney Cancer(12 Hr. Surgery) Colon cancer Melanoma Are ONLY because I caught them very Early!! It is a matter of Life OR Death. Opps: Forgot Prostate Cancer! __________________ John Irving 741 Stock 741 Super Stock Last edited by GTX JOHN; 10-09-2021 at 12:39 PM.

10-06-2021, 11:05 AM	#3
Carguy49 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fife, Washington Posts: 1,979 Likes: 2,474 Liked 2,951 Times in 709 Posts	Re: Early Detection As most of you know I lost my wife to Cancer almost 3 1/2 years ago. Because she was made aware (through exams and testing) of the Breast Cancer in October 2003, we began a journey that lasted 14 1/2 years , until her death in April 2018 Treatments and many Doctor's visits and some life changes and diet changes, also. The journey wasn't always fun, but it was very exciting at times. We made some trips that might not have happened. The bottom line is that because my wife was checked and a decision made on what to do, we had another 14 1/2 years that might not have happened. Her faith in God (and mine) and a strong bond between us made those years very rewarding, to not only us but others around us. __________________ Ron McDowell - Did Race Every day is a Gift - Enjoy with family and friends. Last edited by Carguy49; 10-06-2021 at 11:11 AM.

10-06-2021, 05:37 PM	#4
Jeff Stout VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: phoenix Posts: 1,486 Likes: 66 Liked 704 Times in 281 Posts	Re: Early Detection When NHRA made us get a physical years ago for 8.50 license I found I had kidney trouble. It was an early detection and have been treating it for years and now in kidney list and doing dialysis. I did not feel bad at all and would have never went to the Dr. Then it would have been to late and probably been in real trouble. Also my girlfriend of 25 years was able to get an early detection on breast cancer. Some chemo, basic surgery, more chemo and it looks like she may be home free. I can not emphasize check ups to find a problem in its early stages.

10-07-2021, 09:14 AM	#6
Mike Bassin Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: East Berlin PA Posts: 134 Likes: 0 Liked 120 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Early Detection The old saying "if it ain't broke don't fix it" won't fly with your health. Denying anything was wrong, ignoring weight loss and urinary issues, I finally decided to go get checked out, sky high blood pressure, very poor kidney function, anemia and prostate issues were found, the mix of troubles could have taken me out for sure. After two hospital stays and two surgeries I'm now in pretty good shape. I'm thankful for the great care received by my doctors, surgeons and hospital staff in WellSpan group in the Gettysburg, Pa. area. My wife, family and friends support got me through this deal also. Routine doctor visits would have caught this mess much earlier and treatment would have been a lot less involved. Don't ignore your health. Mike Bassin, track announcer, Mason Dixon Dragway

10-08-2021, 06:38 PM	#8
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10-08-2021, 09:23 PM	#9
FED 387 VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 3,421 Likes: 529 Liked 333 Times in 180 Posts	Re: Early Detection In 2009 I went in for my "routine" physical to renew my NHRA license I coupled this with my annual physical covered by my insurance--- My DR. did all the NHRA required tests along with my regular exam and digital exam and my blood panel work came back with a very high PSA (prostate) results so he suggested we do another test in 90 days--we did another blood draw in 90 days and my PSA score had increased dramatically so he suggested I see a Urologist---I set up an exam and by the time I got in to see the Urologist my PSA had increased even more---so we did a biopsy which came back NEGATIVE and further blood tests every 90 days for the next 2 years dropped back to my "normal" level and stayed there--- after year 2's test it all of a sudden escalated dangerously high so my Urologist suggested another biopsy which I did and it came back POSITIVE for CANCER---I was scheduled for a Prosatetectomy ( surgical removal of the prostate) between the time I was diagnosed with CANCER end of April 2009 and and the operation about 4 weeks later June 2009 my cancer had progressed from a 2B level to a 3B/4A level--- had I waited any longer it would have been TERMINAL for me----- I never suspected anything and thankfully the NHRA license renewal physical probably helped me discover a potential fatal medical condition left untreated for another 6 months could have been disastrous- ---FED 387