Second CT Scan Results
On Monday of this week (8/11/14), I had my second CT scan after starting chemo, and we went over the results with Dr. Back. According to the doctor, the tumors in the liver, lungs, and colon have continued to shrink, and the largest tumors are smaller than before! According to the doctor, everything is going as well as he'd hoped, and after the next CT scan, we'll discuss options for surgery and maintenance chemo. My tentatively last chemo, number 12, is scheduled for September 29th. Overall things are progressing well, and we're on track for the doctor's expectations of the cancer reacting to the chemo.
One change that the doctor recommended was discontinuing one of the chemo drugs (Oxaliplatin), because the numbness/tingling in my fingers is lasting throughout each of the cycles. This will help prevent permanent damage and will allow me to regain back the feeling in my fingers.
Thanks again for all your support as I finish up the last 4 sessions of chemo and prep for surgery!
Comments (7)
Fantastic news!! I'm so glad to hear that the tumors continue to shrink and that they are making adjustments to your medications to help you be more comfortable and avoid any long term damage. Continuing to send all our love, positive thoughts and prayers. XX
This is excellent news of continued great progress in the battle. I'm celebrating with you, and thinking of you. It was great to see you on the boat, and I'll see you again soon at our next meeting.
Great news Jerome!! So happy you get encouraging news from your doctors. Ian thinking of you often, sending you wishes for strwnght and patience.
This is wonderful news, Jerome! It is so good to see that you are two thirds of the way there and the doctors are now willing to talk about next steps. That in itself is a huge victory and blessing! My prayers and thoughts continue to be with you and family.
Great to hear jerome! You are almost there! Keep pushing man!
Amen! Good to hear that your treatments are progressing. Keep your head up! We've got your back!
Hope that super human juice is working through you real good! Your spidey senses in your hands will be back in not time!