[exDemMom]

Hmm, I remember doing a term paper on glioblastoma back in graduate school. At that time, glioblastoma was incurable. I do not know how effective current treatments are.

I think this could explain some of the irrational behavior. Although the irrational behavior was there long before the cancer.

[Guenevere]

I hope he will get right with the Lord

He has done some terrible things and I hope he repents

I don’t wish this on anyone....I know a young man who has it.....gets the best of care.....but is still having seizures, not allowed to drive.....due to chemotherapy, etc

It’s hideous

[HokieMom]

Sen. John McCain has brain cancer Fox5 in DC

[Jim Noble]

As I said the other day - you don’t wait on the pathology of a blood clot.

I hope the Senator turns his thoughts to the Lord in the time he has left.

[SMGFan]

so sorry to hear this. Dad had a stroke at Easter. Found stage 4 throughout his body. Passed away June 12

[jazusamo]

Though I don’t care for John McCain I wouldn’t wish brain cancer on anyone.

[American Quilter]

From abta.org:

"Description: Glioblastomas usually contain a mix of cell types. It is not unusual for these tumors to contain cystic mineral, calcium deposits, blood vessels, or a mixed grade of cells. Glioblastomas are usually highly malignant—a large number of tumor cells are reproducing at any given time, and they are nourished by an ample blood supply. Dead cells may also be seen, especially toward the center of the tumor. Because these tumors come from normal brain cells, it is easy for them to invade and live within normal brain tissue. However, glioblastoma rarely spreads elsewhere in the body.

There are two types of glioblastomas: Primary, or de novo: These tumors tend to form and make their presence known quickly. This is the most common form of glioblastoma; it is very aggressive. Secondary: These tumors have a longer, somewhat slower growth history, but still are very aggressive. They may begin as lower-grade tumors which eventually become higher grade. They tend to be found in people 45 and younger, and represent about 10% of glioblastomas.

Symptoms: Because glioblastomas can grow rapidly, the most common symptoms are usually caused by increased pressure in the brain. These symptoms can include headache, nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness. Depending on the location of the tumor, patients can develop a variety of other symptoms such as weakness on one side of the body, memory and/or speech difficulties, and visual changes.

Treatment: Glioblastoma can be difficult to treat because the tumors contain so many different types of cells. Some cells may respond well to certain therapies, while others may not be affected at all. This is why the treatment plan for glioblastoma may combine several approaches.

The first step in treating glioblastoma is a procedure to make a diagnosis, relieve pressure on the brain, and safely remove as much tumor as possible through surgery. Because gliblastomas have finger-like tentacles, they are very difficult to completely remove. This is particularly true when they are growing near the parts of the brain that control important functions such as language and coordination.

Radiation and chemotherapy may be used to slow the growth of tumors that cannot be removed with surgery."

This sounds terrible. I wish Senator McCain all the best.

[IamConservative]

I had a good friend that got the same diagnosis and was dead in 4 months. This type of cancer tumor is not a mass that can be removed surgically. It’s basically consumes the entire brain. Very painful and miserable end. My friend lived until Christmas and then punched out the day after with the morphine pump.

[BobL]

I would feel bad for his family...but I cannot. McCain should have considered his family before he became the biggest dick we’ve ever had in the Republican Party.

[stockpirate]

I think God just cast his vote concerning McCain.

[al baby]

I hope he gets well enough to resign and retire

[Vic S]

[brooklin]

The Va can pick up the tab for healthcare.

[4yearlurker]

The nicest thing I can say about this is....Finally! (and I mean he will finally be out of the Senate.)

[al baby]

Trump just said he likes people that don’t get the brain cancer

[ameribbean expat]

If a senator resigns and he does not have the mental capacity to resign, has he still resigned?

Sorry, but Lindsey Graham is in the on deck circle. May they meet in hell.

[nickcarraway]

I’m not a fan of McCain, but would not wish this on anyone. I might point out he did serve this country in war, though not in Congress.

[damper99]

My father-in -law had this and had similar symptons before it was removed. After removal he was fine for about 10 months then it returned and he was gone in two months. It’s bad news.

[Captain Peter Blood]

Looks bad and I know there is no hope for that condition.

I hope he resigns and spends what time he has with his family.

[Husker24]

Is the Governor of Arizona a Republican?