Prayers for Thomas Carmichael

[firstturn]

I was just notified that Thomas was admitted to the hospital and I will update this site as I get more information.  Thanks.

Ron Carbaugh

[Kip Kern]

Keep us posted, Tom is a great guy! He is on my prayer list

[tofriedel]

Ron, thanks for the heads up on Thomas.

I have him on my prayer list.

[swamp fox]

I just found out about TC this morning.
His daughter Hannah posted on his facebook page an hour ago that he is getting an MRI at Greenville Memorial Hospital. She posted he has a brain tumor, but I don't know anything other than that.

Godspeed Thomas.

Robert Manucy
72 Berkshire
72 Six Day
82 Honda cr250r
04 BMW K 1200 GT - KIA in N. Ga. - 32987 smiles
08 BMW K 1200 S

[swamp fox]

I haven't spoke with TC or his family, but his wife posted this on his facebook page:
 
"Hello to all of Thomas's dear friends, a note from his wife, Clinta; Thomas has had some feeling of numbness on the left side of his body for about 3 weeks. The numbness got worse yesterday so we decided it best to go to the emergency room last night. When arriving, we figured that we would be there for a couple of h...ours and leave with a diagnosis of a pinched nerve. Unfortunately, the outcome was much different.
After reading the CAT scan, the doctor informed us that Thomas has a brain mass that is bleeding into his brain. So, he was transferred to Greenville Memorial late last night because there testing and neurological capabilities are the best in Greenville. He underwent an MRI this morning and we learned late this after...noon by the neurosurgeon that he does in fact have a brain tumor with slight bleeding.
The surgeon suspects that his tumor is a primary tumor meaning that he doesn't have tumors in other places and it's spread to his brain. But, due to the massive swelling surrounding the tumor, they can not discern whether it is one solid mass like a tennis ball pressing on a nerve cluster or whether it is grown finger... like qualities and has spread throughout the nerve cluster.
He is taking steroids to reduce the swelling and after insisting with the doctor, he has been allowed to come home with strict orders to minimize activity and to continue to take the meds. He will have another, more detailed MRI, most likely on Thursday, (he has to wait for the dye to leave his body before they can do... another scan) and that will determine which scenario his tumor is in.
If it is one mass, then they will operate and try to remove as much of the tumor as possible. In the other scenario, his only option is chemo and radiation because if it has spread finger-like, they won't be able to operate and remove it. We are so appreciative of all the prayers, thoughts and well-wishes and ask ...that everyone continue to pray for his well-being and for positive results."


Keeping him in our prayers.




Robert Manucy
72 Berkshire
72 Six Day
82 Honda cr250r
04 BMW K 1200 GT - KIA in N. Ga. - 32987 smiles
08 BMW K 1200 S

[Steve Minor]

Robert....thank you for the information. My prayers are with Thomas and his family. If there is anything he or the family needs, please don't hesitate to ask.

Steve Minor
Wilmington, NC

[firstturn]

Thanks for the updates.  I just spoke with Thomas and he is resting.  Tests will continue this later this week.  Thanks for everyones Prayers.

Ron Carbaugh

[sixdazed]

Thomas,You'll be in my prayers-hang tough and get well soon.
                                                             Ric

ric emmal

[clayman]

TC,

I will keep you in my prayers also.

Take care,

Clay

[Rocket]

Hang in there Thomas.
Rod G

[tomale]

Ron, thanks so much for the disturbing news, yes Thomas is a great guy. and oh yes I will be praying. Thomas hang in there. In this situation... subborness is a virtue.

Thom Green,Still crazy after all these years!
76' 250 MC5 (orginal owner)74'
250 hare scrambler (project bike)

[Dwight Rudder]

Thomas is resting at home. More tests to come.
Dwight

[rfpotter]

Will say a prayer for Thomas and add his name to our church prayer list.

Patrick

[Ernie Phillips]

Met Thomas last year at White Lightin CC.  Great guy with great compassion.  Praying for his complete and speedy recovery.  -EP

Ernie P.
Chattanooga, TN

[pakala]

Thomas,
 Want to see you at Combs for the ISDT reunion ride, so get well soon!! Hang tuff. Be proactive, ask alot of questions. Don't be afraid to seek second opinions. Fight Baby!!
       Good luck, Paul(Socal)