Ronnie Wood had part of lung removed after cancer diagnosis...but refused chemo to keep hair

[Zorro]

Source: The Telegraph

Ronnie Wood has had part of his lung removed after being diagnosed with cancer.

The Rolling Stones' guitarist said doctors had found a cancerous lesion three months ago during a routine check-up ahead of a tour.

The musician, 70, said he thought 'it was time to say goodbye' to his family after being told it would require a lengthy operation and possibly gruelling chemotherapy.

Ahead of the launch of his new book Ronnie Wood: Artist, he told The Mail on Sunday's Event Magazine, Wood: Did I think I’d ever make it to see this? Hell no! Someone up there must like me. And luckily someone down here likes me too.’

Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/news/ronnie-wood-had-part-lung-081002030.html

[hlthe2b]

1. We might see the possible cancer-fighting effects of marijuana--

IF Wood still indulges after all the drug rehab. I wish him well. Hang tough, fella

[dubyadiprecession]

2. lung cancer is unforgiving, I wish Ronnie the best.

[Ligyron]

3. Sad to hear but now bring back Mick Taylor.

If I have to listen to him bungle "Sway" one more time...

[mr_lebowski]

18. Speaking of Sway, you might enjoy this ... badass cover by Jason Isbell/Ryan Adams

&feature=youtu.be&t=44m10s

[Ligyron]

21. Not bad at all.

Fender w humbuckers and a custom shop Les Paul w a whammy bar.

"Someone who broke me up with the corner of her smile". That line breaks me up too.

[mr_lebowski]

24. That whole show is pretty awesome (though short), Jason is just an amazing talent

He's had that band together for well over 10 years now, and they are CRACK man. Since they got together circa 2011 I think it was ...his wife Amanda (who sings backup and plays fiddle) is onstage with them, but not at that particular gig. I can take or leave her, honestly, as an addition to the band, but ... certain songs she adds something special ... other songs ... not so much.

The B&W video (on youtube) of his show last year at House of Blues in Boston is INCREDIBLE. So worth watching ... and cranking the hell up.

Also if you're into gear, he has a 'Rig Rundown' video on youtube that's really cool too.

[mountain grammy]

4. Early detection always a plus

But in America we're used to not "getting checked." Not an option for millions.

[BigmanPigman]

16. Damn good point!

[TNNurse]

5. Everyone should decide for themselves

but losing your hair to chemo is such a small part of the effects it has....some of them last. Hair usually grows back and my wig was really good, it fooled some people.

[world wide wally]

6. Good luck, man

[OKNancy]

7. My husband had two different kinds of chemo treatment. He didn't lose his hair with either

Not all chemo drugs make you lose your hair. Other shit happens, but hair is left alone.

[PennyK]

11. Good for your husband!

Sadly, I DID have to have the kind that makes all your hair fall out (and I had a mastectomy). Some has grown back, but the texture is super-fine and thin (I used to have a Jew-fro) and it's super-sparse on top. Oh, I'm grateful to have gotten through it all, but I sure would like to look "normal" again.

[Botany]

8. Rod Stewart & Ron Wood - Mandolin Wind "When the rain came I thought you'd leave ... "

It will never get better than that.

"The coldest winter in almost 14 years could never never change your mind."

[LakeArenal]

9. Amen to that....

Saw them together in 1971...

I will remember them exactly like this... Thanks for the memory-filled clip...

[Botany]

10. I remember 1st hearing that song in Athens County, OH years ago .....

.... sitting in a cabin after cross country skiing and watching the snow and sky turn red
as the sun went down and the temps dropped to around zero. The snow made a crunching
sound as you walked on it and it was as sweet as it gets.

[LakeArenal]

12. Beautiul...

My story not so lovely, but, two very young girls were pretty much pushed on to the stage under the scaffolding in Milwaukee. We watched the whole thing from there. They were preceded by Southern Comfort and Deep Purple.. At the end, the crowd was thick when we saw an exit light backstage. We thought we would go out there. As we got to the door, a roadie? asked if we like to meet the bands.

Young ( too young really.. even at 19) and star struck we did. They both were there. I kissed them both. (on the cheeks) and Rod asked where did we want to party... The two young girls said, Sorry we have to get the car home to our dad....and we left.. sigh.. Memory of my life, really...

[Botany]

13. "I kissed them both."

You little scamp you.

http://www.cnn.com/2017/07/27/health/rod-stewart-disabled-kids/index.html

[Heartstrings]

20. Me, being the "other scamp". (😊)

I can testify that experience was/is unforgettable and way too cool to even try to put into words sometimes. I had little contact with Rod and the boys other than a preliminary hi, he was much more in tune to "scamp 1"....he was always into pretty blondes! My encounter was with the bassist from Matthews Southern Comfort, very cool Brit! To this day we often reflect on the "what if" we had thrown caution to the wind, incurred our parents wrath, and gone with them for "a hamburger" in Milwaukee....sigh......

Good vibes sent Mr. Woods way!

[ElementaryPenguin]

14. Simply Awesome!!!!!

[mountain grammy]

19. What a treat! Thanks.

[Alice11111]

15. Thank you for the clip. Beautiful

[Glimmer of Hope]

17. I hope he is receiving good advice especially with two young children.

I received some pretty harsh chemo and found the side effects manageable although I have some lingering nerve damage and cognitive issues. I would do it again without hesitation.

[spiderpig]

22. Isn't it all about informed choices?

I opted for eye surgery (glaucoma) knowing the risks and ended up with a result ("this occurs with some people&quot causing existing sight to be worse than it was before.

You assess the situation, make your own personal choice and deal with the consequences.

[Hieronymus]

23. I respect his choice.