May update
A few days ago Steve had his first CT scan since starting chemotherapy in February and the news is good! The images show an overall reduction (about 30%) in the size of the metastatic tumors in his liver as well as in the primary colon tumor. This means that the chemo is working! (Thanks to you all for willing, praying, hoping for this.) The oncologist said that Steve is doing better than average in terms of the combination of his response to and toleration of the treatment. We were hoping that this good result would mean that his infusions could be stretched further apart (e.g., every 3 or 4 weeks rather than the current every 2 weeks), but apparently that’s not how it works, so he will stay on this aggressive treatment plan for three more months, have another scan to check progress, and then a decision will be made as to what happens next. For now, though, we can celebrate where he is today. One day at a time….
Comments (22)
Steve and all: I'm glad to have this report, especially news that the treatment is working and that there's some progress. You are much on my mind. I send my wishes for strength and grace. Bob Del Tredici will be here with me for a few days next month. Warm regards, LeRoy
Wonderful news ... whatever all of you are doing, keep it up. Keep fighting the good fight. Hugs to all. Bernie and Gordon
Good news and my thoughts and prayers are with you both. If he's tolerating the treatments and they seem to be working, then I think you want to keep pushing on aggressively. I would of course trust his oncologist... but don't give those cancers cells a chance!
Lots to celebrate with this news! Much love to you all, and as treatment continues, please reach out to us for any help or support you need.
Thanks so much for sharing such good news -- you all are definitely WAY better than average! Trude
Ditto -- WAY, WAY better than average. HOORAY for the extraordinary effort and results. Every day counts and every week and every month....
That's very encouraging - thanks to all!
Steve and family - As Albert Ayler reminded us, music is the healing force of the universe. May the sounds, vibrations, and rhythms of life continue to bring you through this. Must be the piano playing. Thank you for the good news. Our thoughts up here in the Boston area are with you. craig
Praying in Kentucky and celebrating encouraging news! Love, Karen
Steve, I know this encouraging response to chemotherapy is a relief to you and your family and to all of us who care about you. Bob
Truly wonderful news! So happy for you and your family. Wenonah
Oh Betsy - these are outstanding news! I´m feeling so happy!
What good news!! You guys are strong and resilient. I would like to visit the end of June if you are up to it . You continue to be in my thoughts. Love Naila
Steve, Betsy, Marion and Ann, like the others, I am so happy to hear good news. I echo the others who pointed out that Steve is way above average so glad his tumors are getting that message too. I think of you every day and have internalized a bit of Steve's outlook on the world. I've framed a new social equity test for whether we'd want to interact with certain potential donors: the Wing test. With best thoughts and prayers, Barbara
Wonderful news!
Thanks for the update ... great to have encouraging news !! Prayers and good wishes continue - looking forward to 6/9 or sooner!!
Encouraging news! Stay strong and know that we are thinking about your wonderful family- wishing each of you the best. -Mary & Aaron
So glad things are moving in the right direction. I hope and pray the treatment continues that way. Keep on fighting in whatever form works best for you.
Yay Steve, Yay Wing Family..... So really really glad to hear of Steves progress, We Love You, and continue to Send Cosmic Healing Vibrations, and prayers to all for healing, comfort, Joy... and Love..... Scotty and Diane
Way to go Steve! Just got back from the NOIRS conference in West Virginia where I had a nice visit with Shabbar and Rebecca. They were en route to Maryland for the "U,S" wedding celebration. Great to see them. Thought of you....
Stevie boy! Great to see you Sat nite sucking down mudbugs and Coronas, some things never change! Hope to see you on your bike in CH before too long. Keep the faith and know Sharon and I are thinking of you and Betsy. Les Paul
Ah, so good to read of Steve's progress. Blessings to your entire family. Prayers , love and light will continue your way. xxoox