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  1. SAJR, Sorry I'm a little late in responding to your post. First - welcome Next, My Mom also had staage III squamous cell LC. She responded very well to Carbo/VP-16. Best wishes for similar results for your Mom. Try not to take timelines and grim predictions to heart. My experience with my Mom is that attitude is a huge part of the battle, so keep the faith, there IS hope Jen
  2. I don't know that I have a lot to add. I tried to be at as many appointments as possible, and Mom definately appreciated my interpretation of the information as well as the company. I also agree with Missy, 'cause Mom is definately not one to ask for help, but would take it if I was there to offer. Keep the faith Jen
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    Welcome home! It must be nice to be away from the beeps, IV's, blood draws and early morning blood pressure checks. My Mom just got home after her surgery (pretty minor compared to yours) and continues to improve daily, so I'm sure you'll do the same. Here's to a speedy and uneventful recovery. Jen
  4. Hi Rod and Aubree, I'm pretty late in welcoming you to the board. But I'm glad you found the place. Your attitude sounds pretty darn healthy considering all you're going through - this'll be a tremendous asset. My Mom's attitude was similar, and she sailed through treatment and had a great response. SHe was also treated at Dana Farber and We have nothing but good things to say about her care. Please PM if you have any questions about anything. I'm glad you've been getting such good news - here's to getting more!! Jen
  5. Heidi, I'm so sorry to hear the news. But remember, your Mom beat this oce - she can do it again! - especially with you for support - I'm sure your hugs are helping! Jen
  6. thanks to all for your positive thoughts, prayers and encouragement. Mom's surgery was a success - the surgeon was able to isolate the mass and remove it with a relatively small incision. Mom's tired, but comfortable and very relieved to have the procedure finished. She's giving every indication that she's gonna be one of those feisty 80 year olds. I think they just made 'em tougher back then Thanks again to everyone Jen
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    surgery

    Thanks everyone for all your positive energy Jen
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    surgery

    Thanks everyone for all your positive energy Jen
  9. welcome, sorry you have to be here. My Mom was also diagnosed with stage III squamous cell cancer - she had 6 weeks of daily radiation, 4 rounds of chemo (carbo and etoposide) and had such a good response that she's now a candidate for surgery to remove what's left of the tumor - so, there's hope. You'll hear from others about some amazing responses treatment, as well as get wonderful support and good advice. good luck to you and your mom Jen
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    Sorry it's been awhile - I've been away. Mom decided to go ahead with the surgery. To re-cap, she finished her chemo and radiation, had considerable shrinkage of her tumor, and the PET showed no activity. Her Onc spoke with a surgeon who said that mom's a candidate for a wedge resection. She tormented herself for 3-4 weeks, but finally decided that it would put her mind at ease to have whatever is left taken out. She's definately been given a gift - the chance to remove the nasty little bugger, but it's pretty scarey to think of my 83 y/o mom going under the knife. Her surgery is scheduled for Monday morning, so please send some positive thoughts her way. I'll let you know how she does thanks for everything Jen
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    I did it

    You go girl!! Jen
  12. Welcome Graham, I'm sorry to hear about your wife - and I agree that the word terminal doesn't hold a lot of meaning around here. No one can (or in my mind, should) tell anyone also how long they can expect to be around. Mom's presenting and most troubling complaint was her cough. Treatment improved it tremendously!!! She still coughs not and then, but it's no where near as bad. This improvement began after her first chemo treatment. Best of luck! Jen
  13. Sorry I can't hep with much info about the wedge resection. I asked a similar question because Mom (83 y/o) is facing a decision about surgery after her chemo/radiation. Maryann replied with the following: My husband had the wedge section. If she decides to go with it see if they could give her a VATS (video assisted) which is less advasive then normal surgery(only two small incisions) and a faster recovery. As long as they don't spread her ribs as that could prove to be painful. But that would happen in regular surgery also. If I learn any more, I'll certainly let you know Jen
  14. Kelly, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's struggle. I hope things get easier for y'all Jen
  15. Hi, Mom was fortunate to have a pretty smooth chemo ride, but I remember her doc saying that if she was nauseated and couldn't eat, that meant something needed to be changed. Hopefully this hospital stay will be a time to get her re-hydrated and stronger again as well as to tweak her medications so they're working better for her. I'm sure it's terrible for you to be so far away, but I'm sure knowing that you're there for her will help her get through it. Best of luck to you and 'sis Jen
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