Today we went for results of CT scan,etc and to discuss further treatment. Dr. said she did not see as good of results as she had hoped. There was only a little improvement but tumors were about the same size. Further chemo is not recommended. There is a drug that she wants us to think about, Erbitux. So far what I have read I am not thrilled with and I am encouraging everyone to look it up and am looking for all feedback. I was surprised at her report because Mom is really doing pretty good right now. Her oxygen level waS 98% that's not bad for stage 4 lung cancer. She still has full function of her right lung. The cancer is unchanged in the lymph glands and they will do another Pet scan to see if there are any changes there. These decisions are hard to make.
Tommorrow is the funeral of a friend that had breast cancer then brain cancer. We learned that another had uterine cancer and another is fighting breast/liver. We have lost quite a few wonderful people at church. And a really wonderful man died after heart surgery today after battling cancer twice. I really hate cancer!!!!!!!!I am going to start eating asparagus daily. Heavy heart tonight, need prayer time.
Mom has such a good attitude, she hasn't felt sorry for herself, she is more worried about us girls. My prayer is that we will have a clear answer on what to do in the future and that she will stay feeling pretty good for a long time.
I agree. I hate cancer too. I wish i had some wisdom to share with the choices that are coming. I looked up the drug. It like many others offer hope but with side affects. If only you knew how she would respond. No one knows. All I can say is that we will continue to pray for Gwen. Also for wisdom and conformation on the decisions that must be made. I am so glad she is feeling so good and has such a good attitude. So much to be thankful for!
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