MadCapp
All Matt, All The Time
Welcome to Matt McAnaw's blog. This blog has been created by friends and family too keep other friends and family updated about Matt. In case you didn't know....
Most of you know that Matt hasn't been feeling well and ultimately, spent some time up KU Medical Hospital. Some of the symptoms that Matt was displaying could have been easily misconstrued as something as simple as a chest cold. Feelings such as chest pain, breathing problems, cough, and fever can be attributed to many things. The pain that he was feeling was only getting worse instead of better. He took a trip to the hospital and was given a chest x-ray. The doctors determined that he was suffering from Pneumonia and treated him as though this were the case and ultimately sent him home.
Even with the diagnosis of Pneumonia, the pain continued and Matt returned to the hospital. He was admitted into the ICU and was given more tests.
Ultimately, after a closer look and a pretty invasive surgical procedure, it was determined that he had a type of lung cancer.
Starting Tuesday, Matt will begin an aggressive series of chemotherapy sessions and hopefully determine the severity of the cancer. Once Matt's chemotherapy session starts, depending on how his body reacts to the drugs, he will need a lot of rest and recovery time. To help facilitate his health needs, this blog site will be updated regularly to keep friends and family informed.
Please feel free to send Matt well wishes through this blog. As you will notice, we have included a button for donations. There have been many inquiries as to how people can help or contribute.
An account has been set up for Matt's daughter Bella. Your continued donations are appreciated greatly and so very important. All of the money donated through this website will be securely deposited into her account. I know we can all continue the celebration of Matt's life through his family and the little girl that Matt loves so very much.
Much love and thanks for your all of your support. As it has been written time and time again, Matt has truly the greatest, most caring and devoted group of friends and family.
43 Responses to “MadCapp”
You know you are in my prayers brother. I’m wishing you the best and a full recovery. If you need anything you can call or text me at 347-401-6320
So, a while back i left an update regarding my case of pneumonia. As it turns out, i also developed a Staff infection. That’s part of the reason why I’ve been here so long. They were giving me hardcore antibiotics and it still wasn’t doing the trick.
Yesterday I had a procedure done, and now I’ve got 3 tubes sticking out of my chest. One in the front and two in the back. The tubes are draining the infectious fluid from my chest, so I’m still stuck in the hospital. I’m not sure how much longer I’ll be here, I’m still in quite a lot of pain and there is still a lot of fluid coming out of me.
Well that should update everyone. After we clear out my chest, we can get back to taking care of the cancer. So that’s what I’m gonna do.
Thanks for your thoughts.
~matt
I wish I could just say, “Stop it Matt!” and you would just be able to do that. Ok, I’m gonna try it. Stop it Matt!! You will have to let me know if it worked. Let us know when you’re up for having visitors, would love to see ya.
Hey- Can we get an update please?
Matt – we are thinking about you every day! Hang in there…
Love,
Rosalind & Brian
So, starting tonight i am being admitted into KU MED again. it totally sucks, but i have pneumonia, and i have to get that taken care of. i’ve been having headaches accompanied with some dizziness. but it’s mainly this incredibly violent coughing fits.
So i will not be attending the BBQ this weekend. there was some speculation as to wether or not i would feel good enough for it anyway, but now i just dont have a choice. so, i hope everyone has a good time, and i will hopefully have some good news next week.
Again, thank you for the donations. i cant believe how truly generous you guys are. you are quite inspiring, if only we could all show such grace.
sorry if there are some grammatical errors in this post, i blame the chemo for making me kinda stupid at times.
~matt
Although it truly sucks that you have to go back to the hospital, I hope that they are able to treat the pnuemonia quickly and control the cough. Wish we could all carry some of this for you… All my thoughts and prayers are with you Matt.
Love you much and we are here for you if you need anything. XOXOXOXOX
I’ll save you a cupcake. Lots of love, CAT
Feel better soon Matt! I will take tons of pictures for you! It will be like you were there. I promise.
Hi Matt, this is Audrey Casassa writing to you. You may or may not remember me and that is OK (I am a friend of Mary DeCamp’s and Joe’s foster aunt so by association I am also your foster aunt) You just need to know that I am praying for you every day. Isn’t it wonderful to know that so many people love you. It is important to remember that when things get tough to bear. Stay positive. Much love headed your way. Audrey
Hey Matt, I just heard from Michelle what you are going through. I know we haven’t seen each other in years, but I want you to know that I still consider you one of the most genuine, charming, and delightful people it has ever been my good fortune to meet. I will send loving, healthy thoughts your way as often as I can. If you are ever in Virginia, let me know.
Much love!
Steve and I think of you every single day, Matthew. Your dad has been amazingly patient with my constant barrage of questions regarding your progress. Now I can stop pestering him – thanks to your amazing friends who set this site up for you! Know that our prayers are with you. Don’t be shy to ask . . . let us know if there is anything we can do for you. HUGS!
matt- thinking about you and your family! saying my little mantra of healing for you, sending good vibes your way. you will get through this. i’m making you a little present to bring some humor to the situation.
stay strong!
We love you Matt! You’re in our thoughts and most of all, our hearts. I work at KU still so please let me know if I can help in any way. I can get you some good food for lunch or even if you just want to hang for a few and talk I can come over – you’ll be like a 5 min walk away from me. I can go whenever I want really so just let me know ok. My desk # is 588 4194 I’m thinking of you Matt !!! I love you man !
Thinking of you Matt!! Hope you and your fellow warrior, chemo, are teaming up well to kick some ass!! Love you!
I went to see matt early this morning. He’s doing a bit better today with the pain-the port they put into the chest to administer the chemo thru was very painful yesterday. His colour is great and his 1/4″ buzz on the head is darling. He was ready to go back to sleep at 9am- those are powerful pain meds!! He is being hydrated thru the day via IV and the chemo is actually started in the evening so this evening(Thursday) will be DAY 3. No rough side effects yet, just a bit of nausea. Keep eating Matt. We need to make up the weight lost by cutting your hair!!!!Love you Matt
Matt,
Man, I really sorry to hear about what you and your family are going through. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I can’t wait for you to get better so that we can have ourselves a reunion!!
Today is Matt’s second day of chemo treatment at KU Med. He’s staying strong. I’m going to try to visit later today.
I am going on vacation today, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers, my friend. Love you, Matt.
thanks to everybody for being so great & genuine. & thanks for the donations! i was shocked & appalled; amazed and humbled all at the same time when i saw how much money had been donated. seriously folks, you are the greatest!!
A merry heart does you good like medicine!
OK, neighbor: today, most of all, I’m holding you in my thoughts as you enter this new phase of battle. I hope you feel our support. I know you’ll win. Show us what that looks like. Refuah shleymah — complete healing!
Matt!! HUGS :] as far as benefits, help, whateva, count me in and my peeps too. i love you :]
I will be praying for you.
Hey Matt, we’ve been thinking about you and sending good thoughts your way while you are healing. Hope it’s all going well and you are feeling better everyday. Keep that beautiful smile on
Hugs!
First off, I love you Matty. Second, let’s dust off the boxing gloves on and kick this thing’s ass from here to Gardena, together. YOU CAN AND WILL DO THIS. Keep The Faith, and know you have a POWERFUL arsenal of family & friends praying for you… Let’s do this.
Side note, if you or your family need anything at all, please don’t hesitate to call me: (913) 207-5660
I love Matt. That is all.
My heart broke when I found out about this unfortunate news. I had not heard a peep about it until yesterday when I randomly texted Mick. We are going to pray for you, and ask others too as well. You can beat this bro! You have to be strong, and when you are weak…..you have to ask for God to strengthen you. If you are up to visitors, let us know….We would love to come and see you. Rob Robb and Tama (the kiss) Robb!
You are in our prayers buddy! We know you can beat this!!
Kellie and Matt Cobern
I am so glad to have a way to check in on Matt without bugging him constantly!;) Best of luck to you, Matt, in the hard weeks ahead, you will be constantly in my thoughts! Luv you!!!
hey white chocolate:) welcome to the fam. we are ALL praying for you. we love you
Matt, My family and I all want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
Be strong! and when you can’t be strong we are all here to be strong for you
I think I can speak for all of us in saying you are in our minds, hearts and spirit this week Matt. Let’s kick that stuff’s collective ass…loves!
Love u Matt! Your in my thoughts and prayers. I’m here if I can do ANYTHING
Please start feeling better soon Matt! Try to stay positive!
No worries. Anything for Matt! Please keep us posted with updates about the fundraiser / benefit. We can get it posted to the site in the events calendar. Also, if anyone has requests for site features, content (copy / photos / etc… ) please let us know.
This is so awesome! Thank you Carrie and Brandon for getting this started! And everyone else who sends their love! A fundraiser/ benefit is in the works. Stay posted for the when and where of that event.
also, FABULOUS website. Thanks Rob!!!!!
just being a mother here…. as rob posted, matt will be in hospital for 5 or 6 days starting tues.PLEASE CHECK WITH HIM 1ST by text or phone before you come to the hospital. PLEASE dont just drop by. Matt will want to hear from you but this will be grueling and he needs all his energy to kick ass thru it. There will be a few family folks checking in on him frequently to make sure he is being well tended to. Matt will let you know if he is up to handing people being with him. Thanks!
Hope you get better soon Matt. Sending positive thoughts from Krakow for you.
Loves to the “Matador”!!! will be posting pics of Blarney Nite on facebook soon.
I just left Matty’s shin dig @ the Blarney Stone. Love you, my dear, and any time you need more apple/pineapple gum, you know where to find me:)