kimblanchard

From what I have heard back here in Ohio, the PET scan is the most reliable and telling scan available. My oncologist says that if cancer is anywhere in the body, it will "light up". I think it sounds good for you. Good Luck Sue M

I had several radiation treatments to my right lung and during the treatment experienced extreme tiredness. Also, because it was so close to my throat, I had a difficult time swallowing for a while. Also, I had radiation pneumonitis which the oncologist says can occur up to several months after radiation. With me it has been scar tissure formation in the raidiated lung, pleural effusion, and extreme shortness of breath. So short of breath that I am on oxygen 24/7 along with a heavy dose of prednisone. Sue M

Tami, I am so sorry for your loss. We never do forget how very special our mothers were to us ( and still are ). God bless you. Peg