Dr. Richards (the radiologist) called mom today and told her that her brain was clear of tumors except for one shadow of one that seemed pretty insignificant. That was really great news. We then went in for a consult with Dr. Manalo (the oncologist). She is recommending that mom get her dose of carboplatin in smaller amounts every week instead of the larger dose every three weeks. Mom likes the idea and will begin that process in two weeks. This should allow the platelets not to drop so drastically like they did the last time she received the carboplatin.
I don't know if I will say this next part exactly right, but the doctor also mentioned that the levels of her blood work signify that the tumors aren't as active...which of course is good news.
Overall it seemed to be a good news day.
Thanks for your continued prayers and support.
Val
P.S. For those that might be interested...Joel and Kristan's wedding photographer posted a few pictures on her website/blog. They flash across the top of the screen and then Kristan has quite a few bridals if you scroll down.
http://blog.ravenbergphotography.com
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Thursday, January 7, 2010
2010 is here!
Difficult to believe we are well on our way into 2o1o. The holidays went by quickly. There were a few bummer moments...like mom spending Christmas dinner at the hospital having to get an infusion of platelets. Then a few days later having a blood transfusion because her anemia was so bad. She couldn't get chemo on the 29th, but this last Tuesday she did get her dose of Avastin. Tomorrow she is scheduled for a brain MRI to see if the brain tumors have stayed away.
The good moments definitely outshone the tough ones this season. We celebrated the marriage of Joel and Kristan in the St George temple with a really awesome party with lots of family and friends. Mom danced the night away. We really appreciate everyone that traveled so far and made such sacrifices to be there. We are so blessed. Hope everyone has stuck to all those New Year's Resolutions so far. I didn't set any goals this year...it just makes me feel bad when I can't accomplish them! Here's to a ...I can't think of the right word...peaceful, hopeful, happy, productive, humbling, amazing new year!
The good moments definitely outshone the tough ones this season. We celebrated the marriage of Joel and Kristan in the St George temple with a really awesome party with lots of family and friends. Mom danced the night away. We really appreciate everyone that traveled so far and made such sacrifices to be there. We are so blessed. Hope everyone has stuck to all those New Year's Resolutions so far. I didn't set any goals this year...it just makes me feel bad when I can't accomplish them! Here's to a ...I can't think of the right word...peaceful, hopeful, happy, productive, humbling, amazing new year!
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