I had my latest test last week and got the results today.
There is no change or growth in the cancer.
These results are considered very positive for my cancer.
I was a little disappointed that the last few scans did not show any shrinkage but as the doctors explained to me with stage four lung cancer, keeping the cancer at bay and not having it grow is considered a very successful outcome. As long as the cancer doesn't spread we will continue with this clinical trial.
I am, however, thrilled that I have more energy and am able to be more active. It is great to be able to participate in everyday activities without feeling fatigued and short of breath.
Thanks again all of you for your continued prayers and good wishes.
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Thursday, August 11, 2016
Update
Just want to keep everyone posted.
I am feeling pretty good. I have more energy and less fatigue which motivates me to do more stuff.
Unfortunately, despite my protestations they lowered my oral chemo dose again, albeit by a small amount. When I started the clinical trial I was taking 1250 mg of Tarceva twice a week and 50 msg the rest of the week. I am now taking 900 mg for the pulse doses and continue the 50 mg for the rest of the week. They lowered the dosages because of the continued eye and skin infections, which bother the doctors more than they bother me.
CT scans and MRI in two weeks. Hopefully the cancer won't grow.
I am also officially retiring from the courts at the end of the month. I have not been at work since January third and will be going in to clean up my desk soon.
I am feeling pretty good. I have more energy and less fatigue which motivates me to do more stuff.
Unfortunately, despite my protestations they lowered my oral chemo dose again, albeit by a small amount. When I started the clinical trial I was taking 1250 mg of Tarceva twice a week and 50 msg the rest of the week. I am now taking 900 mg for the pulse doses and continue the 50 mg for the rest of the week. They lowered the dosages because of the continued eye and skin infections, which bother the doctors more than they bother me.
CT scans and MRI in two weeks. Hopefully the cancer won't grow.
I am also officially retiring from the courts at the end of the month. I have not been at work since January third and will be going in to clean up my desk soon.
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Results :)
Just came back from doctor and got results of last week's brain MRI and CT scan of lungs and abdominal area.
Thank God everything remains stable. None of the tumors have grown and there are no new tumors.
This means I can remain on this dose and hopefully the tumors will continue to remain stable or shrink.
The side effects are diminishing in severity and I feel stronger everyday. I plan on taking advantage of this wonderful hot weather and enjoy the rest of the summer.
Thank you all for your prayers and good thoughts.
Thank God everything remains stable. None of the tumors have grown and there are no new tumors.
This means I can remain on this dose and hopefully the tumors will continue to remain stable or shrink.
The side effects are diminishing in severity and I feel stronger everyday. I plan on taking advantage of this wonderful hot weather and enjoy the rest of the summer.
Thank you all for your prayers and good thoughts.
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Update
The results of the biopsies showed that the rashes were probably caused by the Tarceva.
So after almost a two week hiatus I am back on the Tarceva but on a lower dosage.
Hopefully, my body will tolerate the lower dosage better.
Thanks again everyone for your thoughts and prayers.
So after almost a two week hiatus I am back on the Tarceva but on a lower dosage.
Hopefully, my body will tolerate the lower dosage better.
Thanks again everyone for your thoughts and prayers.
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
A bump on road
This weekend I developed a fever and rash and my blood levels were off.
For those that have seen me as a zombie cop, you get the picture of what my face looks like.
I was admitted and they did biopsies on my eyes and different skin areas. They put me on antibiotics and the fever went down. The rash may have been from the Tarceva, but it is not a typical Tarceva rash, unfortunately, they stopped the Tarceva until they figure it all out.
Since the full biopsies result will not be completed until next week, I will be hopefully go home as soon as my blood levels improve and wait at home for the results.
I will post as soon as I get results.
Thanks for your prayers and good wishes.
For those that have seen me as a zombie cop, you get the picture of what my face looks like.
I was admitted and they did biopsies on my eyes and different skin areas. They put me on antibiotics and the fever went down. The rash may have been from the Tarceva, but it is not a typical Tarceva rash, unfortunately, they stopped the Tarceva until they figure it all out.
Since the full biopsies result will not be completed until next week, I will be hopefully go home as soon as my blood levels improve and wait at home for the results.
I will post as soon as I get results.
Thanks for your prayers and good wishes.
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Praise the Lord, for all that He does is good.
I got my results of MRI and Cat Scan that was done last week.
April's MRI showed that all previous brain tumors are gone. New MRI of brain shows no new lesions and only one tiny residual lesion. It's a great feeling knowing that I will not need brain radiation.
The tumor on my lung has shrunk and is now less than half the size it was in April. Breathing is so much easier now.
Bone metastases in the skull, skull base and spine are unchanged. That is great as they have not increased in size.
Therefore I will continue in the clinical trial and hopefully the rest of the cancer will shrink.
Once again I want to thank everyone for being there for me when I need you and for your positive thoughts and prayers. As you can see, they help. I cannot adequately express my appreciation for that, but I really, truly do appreciate it.
April's MRI showed that all previous brain tumors are gone. New MRI of brain shows no new lesions and only one tiny residual lesion. It's a great feeling knowing that I will not need brain radiation.
The tumor on my lung has shrunk and is now less than half the size it was in April. Breathing is so much easier now.
Bone metastases in the skull, skull base and spine are unchanged. That is great as they have not increased in size.
Therefore I will continue in the clinical trial and hopefully the rest of the cancer will shrink.
Once again I want to thank everyone for being there for me when I need you and for your positive thoughts and prayers. As you can see, they help. I cannot adequately express my appreciation for that, but I really, truly do appreciate it.
Friday, June 3, 2016
Thank You
I had an MRI of the brain and a cat scan of my lungs and abdominal area to determine if the clinical trial of medicine I have been taking the last three weeks is working.
I will see the doctor on Wednesday June 8th for the results.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my family and friends for their unending support, encouragement and love
It really helps me to know that you are thinking of me and praying for me.
Keep it up!
I will see the doctor on Wednesday June 8th for the results.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my family and friends for their unending support, encouragement and love
It really helps me to know that you are thinking of me and praying for me.
Keep it up!
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