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    Mom's CT results - not great

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    Thanks all. I have taken one step back towards being more positive today. Although mom's not feeling so hot today either, trying to wait until we find out more next week. Thanks again everyone - this is always the best place to come for hope and perspective.

    Hugs to all,

    Lisa

    Mom's CT results - not great

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    Well my mom had 3 brachytherapy treatments for obstruction in her upper and lower lobes in the right lung, the last being 3 weeks ago. Her radiation onc. was extremely pleased with the results - saying there were places that looked like they had never been diseased at all, but still some obstruction in the upper lobe that may still improve. She had a CT scan last week and the results are - as her chemo onc. said - unexpected. It shows worsening of the disease. There is decreased volume in the right upper lung and an increase of lymph nodes in the middle of the chest. The is also a new mass in the liver - almost definitely a spread of the lung cancer. He did say that the worsening of the lung may be post obstruction from the radiation and said that hopefully what he's seeing on the CT is all wrong. He will be meeting with her radiation onc. tomorrow for his input. She will be having a previously scheduled bronchosopy next week to see if they felt there was a need for another brachytherapy tx. She will need chemo either way - probably a different kind and only if she wants to. He said he will need to take some quiet time and really think of what to do next as her last kind of chemo (Alimta) did hold back the progression. I am very concerned about the spread to the liver. She has not had chemo since mid-March while they were doing testing and the radiation treatments.

    My mom almost always puts on a brave face. She said we have to expect this and that this is not ever going away. She said we know what will happen eventually and that this is just another step. I know she is right and bless her heart, but I'm having a hard time holding it together at the moment. I'm not giving up all hope yet. If you can spare a prayer we'd appreciate it.

    Lisa

    Thank you all, but I think it is time...

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    Chris,

    I understand your need for a break, but hope you will come back when you feel you are ready. I truly believe that every member has a place here. Caregivers in my opinion are anyone who gives care whether it be emotional, physical, or spiritual. Please do not downplay the part you took in supporting and caring for your loved ones - related or not. You loved them and were there for them. Same holds true for this board. Be gentle with yourself.

    Peace,

    Lisa

    More mets

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    Susan,

    I'm sorry they've found another one. Here's hoping that the radiation does it's job quick. I hope you're both are hanging in there. Shelley is right - moms do put on a brave face for us. Keep us posted.

    Hugs,

    Lisa

    CT

    in HOPE

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    Wishing and praying for the best results, Dave.

    Your "one-legged man" saying always cracks me up! So thanks for the laugh.

    Positive vibes,

    Lisa

    losing a pet

    in GRIEF

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    (((Maryanne & Joel)))

    I'm so very sorry about your kitty. The tears are streaming down my face after reading your posts. Know that you gave your Kelsey a wonderful home for nearly 2 decades.

    Peace,

    Lisa

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