Dr. Z 🧠 Neurosurgery
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Monday 12 January 2026 21:01:42 GMT
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Dr-Memphis 〽️ :
Surgeon here: nope. Just like no way I would go through a whipple.
2026-01-12 21:31:02
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Katie B :
I have Glioblastoma and I am doing the standard of care. Had the craniotomy I’m post op 6 weeks and undergoing radiation and chemo (which is in a pill form). For me it has been worth it! My surgeon told me I had less than a month to live. I was traveling a week after my surgery, I have had very minimal side effects with radiation & chemo. My quality of life has been improved with the standard of care. I’ve been given just a little bit more time to enjoy my family, friends, travel, garden, bake and thank Jesus for giving me this beautiful life! From 1 month to possibly 12-14 with a decent quality of life….. absolutely yes.
2026-01-13 09:25:31
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michellerbee :
live extra 3-4 months but you are sick from chemo radiation and healing…. No thanks
2026-01-13 02:06:37
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Heather Schneider :
My dad was given 4 months to live with a glioblastoma, that was 3 years ago. 💚
2026-01-18 07:30:40
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Amanda Melby :
Glioblastoma patient here. I had 20 months before I have a potential recurrence. I have a second surgery plan this month. I am very thankful for extending my life and I would 100% doing surgery again.
2026-01-14 02:53:41
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Tanya :
My husband had this choice with Stage 4 glioblastoma. He chose the craniotomy and had a massive stroke during surgery. He walked into surgery a functioning adult and came out of surgery a total care patient. He lived 5 months in the hospital, a rehab center and then a nursing home, and lost his battle on January 2, 2026.
2026-01-14 01:04:06
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Cal :
No surgery. Recovery would take 3+ months and you end up with the same time
2026-01-12 22:01:46
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Cydney ❌️ :
my best neighbor has a glioblastoma. they gave her 6 months. she's done surgery and chemo and radiation. she's been alive 21 months so far. prayer works.
2026-01-15 07:54:31
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🦋 Morgan Layne 🦋 :
My grandfather has glioblastoma in 2011. He had the surgery within days of diagnosis. They told the family he may have 6-9 months max, even with surgery plus chemo. He ended up living 10 more years. I’m not sure how that happened but we were very thankful.
2026-01-18 15:54:02
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amazoncareers5 :
depends on the quality of life after the surgery
2026-01-12 21:06:57
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Keli (smcgk) :
My husband was diagnosed with Glioblastoma and given 3 months. I quit my job and after his surgery I provided 24/7 care. Changed his diet, removed sugar and he lived an additional 3 years with quality of life.
2026-03-04 23:25:14
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Spinicorn Mikka :
Unless my quality of life was going to improve drastically, I'm out. Just leave me alone
2026-01-12 22:27:22
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Solitude :
Yesterday .. I would not do the surgery as I’m very tired of life. Today .. I found out that my youngest child is pregnant so I would do the surgery to potentially meet my new grandchild.
2026-01-13 04:12:17
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Jordan || Twin Mom + 1 :
my friend has glioblastoma and he is currently 6.5 years past diagnosis! so incredible.
2026-01-17 06:30:48
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NameYourName :
I would immediately book my bucket list airfare to leave tomorrow 🥰🙏
2026-01-13 16:56:00
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Party at the Moontower 🌙 ❌ :
No. I don’t want the recovery time wasting my months left. Plus, no additional bills for my husband to get stuck with.
2026-01-13 01:19:02
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Vicky :
No way you would truly know what you would do until it happened to you!
2026-01-12 21:10:08
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lacounty07 :
Nope. I’m out of here in 11 months.
2026-03-05 22:55:18
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velveteen_donkey :
No. The last 3 months are probably horrific.
2026-01-12 22:25:21
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Dee Dilly :
My nephew was diagnosed with glioblastoma and had his tumor removed back in 2018. He still alive and well with no spreading of the tumor. I thought it was a death sentence when he was diagnosed, but he still healthy and happy.
2026-01-13 12:54:27
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Nonomaybe :
I’d die before I knew anything was wrong because I can no longer afford insurance 🤷♀️
2026-01-15 04:42:21
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AikoSchmiko :
Another unfortunate thing I’d consider is how much medical debt I’d be leaving my family in. I should have to think about that but I live in the US and it’s a reality. I’m also a neuro OR nurse and have been in many GBM cases and I’ve seen, with good surgical margins, patients live longer than a few extra months. It’s a lot to consider.
2026-01-12 22:36:09
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///!!!/// :
Not with a glioblastoma. Those extra 3-4 months are not going to be pretty. If you can’t euthanize me, just keep me comfy.
2026-01-13 16:09:24
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TheJodyG :
Just have to say, I had a surgery, full resection, radiation for 6 weeks, 5 days a week and oral chemo. after radiation, I have gone on 2 big trips. I have a reoccurrence that started about 9 months after surgery and am doing a trial now. I'm planning another trip at the end of March. I am 50 years old. I will not just give up. I want to live.
2026-02-13 02:50:21
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Joan Hinman :
You’ve left out important information. Describe the expected quality of life for the 11 months vs the quality of life for the 15 months.
2026-01-13 06:32:10
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