I am cancer-free, for now.

[Michael Angelo Go]

Hello everyone, I just wanted to let you all know that I ended up making the decision of getting a surgical operation to remove my thyroid which was infected with cancer. It was supposedly going to be partial lobectomy, but then my surgeon inspected some lymph nodes surrounding the area, and found that the cancer did indeed spread into my lymph nodes, requiring a total thyroidectomy.

For the rest of my life, I will be required to take medication to compensate for the loss of my thyroid's function. I am not sure if I will be receiving iodine radiation treatment to destroy possible remaining cancerous tissue, but I will be receiving my synthetic medication by the end of this month. Thank you all who were very supportive with my journey and wished me well.

I will now focus my time on healing, and hopefully I will find the time again to draw on my illustration and architecture portfolio.

[AngelinaKizz]

@Michael-Angelo-Go congrats and speedy recovery

[ArtMelC]

@Michael-Angelo-Go hugs! Take your time to heal and your art will be there for you when you're ready to get back. Recover well

[Asyas_illos]

@Michael-Angelo-Go that’s good hear! Sending hugs

[Kruzby]

@Michael-Angelo-Go That's big news! Thank you for sharing with us all. Wishing you a speedy recovery and comfort in this arduous season of your life.

[Melissa_Bailey]

@Michael-Angelo-Go so happy to hear that you're doing well and are currently cancer-free. Wishing you a continued speedy recovery and strength as you move forward and forge a new "normal" for yourself.

[stayhomejoe]

@Michael-Angelo-Go Health problems take you on their own special journeys. I wish you the best. I hope you find joy in every day from on.

[jenn]

Sending you strength and well wishes.

[Miriam]

Surgeries are always tough. Good luck with your recovery & your health maintenance.

I have chronic health issues, too. It's nice that drawing is something we can do, even when we need a lot of rest.

[ArtistErin]

@Michael-Angelo-Go Hoping for your speedy recovery and clarity for your steps moving forward!!!

[KathrynAdebayo]

@Michael-Angelo-Go Glad you're doing ok! Best wishes!

[Griffin McPherson]

I hope your recovery goes well and that things keep getting better for you from here.

[Frogpunzel]

@Michael-Angelo-G Hope your healing process goes well!