Sohan Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 This message came from my sensei about one of our blackbelts, who is 55 and has a wife and children. He and I have studied and trained together in karate-do for many years. I would appreciate so much if you all could keep him in your thoughts and prayers.With respect,SohanFrom Sensei:Dear Advanced Students,As most of you know, Richard M. had been coughing very badly and went to the doctor for a checkup. After x-rays and a CAT scan, the doctor found a 2" lesion on his lung that may be lung cancer. On Monday, Richard had a scope and biopsy performed. The results were mixed. The good news was that the sample they tested did not show any signs of cancer or tuberculosis. Unfortunately, this is not conclusive. Apparently, Richard's lung was unusually congested/constricted. The doctor was not able to freely move the scope around within the lung as he should have been. He therefore could not necessarily biopsy the right spot or very accurately see within the lung. Even if it is not cancer, Richard said the doctor said this was not normal. The next step will be to order a PET Scan (I believe that's the correct name) and then to perform a needle biopsy based on the results of that test. Richard remains in relatively good spirits and is keeping a positive attitude. Please keep him in your prayers.Sensei "If I cannot become one of extraordinary accomplishment, I will not walk the earth." Zen Master Nakahara Nantenbo"A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action." Samuarai maxim"Knowing others is wisdom; knowing yourself is Enlightenment." Lao-Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkerlineage Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 I will pray for him, and I hope everything works out. American Kenpo Karate- First Degree Black Belt"He who hesitates, meditates in a horizontal position."Ed Parker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shui Tora Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 You have my thoughts in Meditation Sohan... To know the road ahead; ask those coming back... ~ Chinese Proverb" The ultimate aim of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants. " ~ Master Funakoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbows_and_knees Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 He'll be in my prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsey Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 i don't know what it must be like to be in that situation or know someone who is. i hope he recovers, and keeps those good spirits. "Gently return to the simple physical sensation of the breath. Then do it again, and again, and again. Somewhere in this process, you will come face-to-face with the sudden and shocking realization that you are completely crazy. Your mind is a shrieking, gibbering madhouse on wheels." - ven. henepola gunaratana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcemanSK Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 He & his family are in my prayers. Being a good fighter is One thing. Being a good person is Everything. Kevin "Superkick" McClinton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorbasan Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 My thoughts are with you.my uncle beat lung cancer, and he wasnt very fit so a BB should be able to aswell Now you use head for something other than target. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 You got it. Patrick O'Keefe - KarateForums.com AdministratorHave a suggestion or a bit of feedback relating to KarateForums.com? Please contact me!KarateForums.com Articles - KarateForums.com Awards - Member of the Month - User Guidelines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffy Posted August 25, 2006 Share Posted August 25, 2006 Hi Sohan, My thoughts and best wishes go to your friend. Please remind him that a positive mind is a more effective medicine than any drug. The mind is like a parachute, it only works when it's open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted August 25, 2006 Share Posted August 25, 2006 He will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hope all gets better. https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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