Nushka

Dear Andrea, I too am IIIA and was delighted to hear about your radiologist's views on survival. We are in a new world, cancer speaking, right now. New drugs and new trial every day. Take care of yourself so that you can take care of your mom. Slow down a little.....but peek over your husband's shoulder a little while he is looking all of this up for you. Nina, aka Nushka

Dear Bob, On my mind each and every day. Here's hoping you are getting stronger and will feel like getting online soon. We miss you and prayers are headed your way. Nina, aka Nushka

Dear Mo, Guess there aren't any "winnings" to share from the track but I am glad you got to nap so that you could enjoy the rest of the trip. Welcome home. Nina, aka Nushka

I agree with both of you. This is a horrible disease. I thought it would never happen to me but I am sure everyone thought that. I too am upset about Becky. She was so young. Heck we all are too young for this stuff. I have scans next month and am very nervous about them already. So afraid they will find a surprise. Have to take one day at a time. Sorry to vent but I feel like screaming right now. Nina, aka Nushka

So sorry to hear about Judy. My best wishes and prayers are with you. Not much else I can say, we will miss her. Nina, aka Nushka

Geesh Curtis, I have no idea what to say. I am also in shock. She was so optomistic. Can't believe she taught class on Thursday and then this. My prayers are with you. My husband lost his best friend last month to lung cancer and now today lost his cousin. Its just too much. I hate this disease. Hug your little girl for me. Nushka, aka Nina

Have a nice trip and enjoy your family. Nushka aka, Nina

Gregory, Very informative post. Thanks for sharing with us. Nushka

I agree with you Don. It is difficult to keep up with everyone when there are so many forums to go to...I was lost when I first came to this board. Newcomers need a place to introduce...let us all get to know them, then move on to the other "rooms". Nina, aka Nushka

I agree with you Don. It is difficult to keep up with everyone when there are so many forums to go to...I was lost when I first came to this board. Newcomers need a place to introduce...let us all get to know them, then move on to the other "rooms". Nina, aka Nushka

Great news, and I hope things continue to go so well with you. One thing that my doc told me was that sleeping in a recliner the first few weeks would help with the pain....I did it and it did help. Good thoughts to all of you. Nushka, aka Nina

Dear Fay, Your Easter Eggs are beautiful. Tell the Easter Bunny for me that he has a wonderful assistant. Keeping you in my prayers. Nushka, Aka Nina

Cheryl, We all are greatful for your sharing of information. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope everything works out well for you and will be looking for further posts to see what you decide. Nushka, aka Nina

Dear MO, I have admired your posts since I joined. You are always upbeat and helpful. I hope you have a wonderful time. I will PM you my mailing address so that you can send me my share of the winnings. Thinking of you, Nushka, aka Nina

Cathy, I can't help you with taxotere but can mention that my hair fell out after 3 weeks. As it started falling out in the shower we decided to just buzz it off. It was traumatic for about 15 min and then Ijust put my "lovey" on (got it from the American Cancer Society) and went on about my life. Get a wig prior to going for treatment. That way they can match your hair color and style a little easier. I am so sorry you are going through this, and NO you are not a whiner! Keep your chin up and know that many, many prayers are headed your way. Nushka, aka Nina

Has anyone heard anything from bobmc? Last I heard he was going to meet with surgeons about trying to stop his apiration...and was going to get a feeding tube. Prayers are going out for him as I type this. Nushka

Great news. Will keep you in my thoughts for great results. Nushka

Nell, Nice picture. You are a good friend. You are doing better than I am with this posting thing. I still can't find a pic on my hard drive that isn't too big to post and have no idea how to make it smaller. Keep up the good work for Bob. The four of you look like you are having a great time. Nushka

Bluebayou, I am so sorry to hear how badly you are still feeling. I took zofran and it seemed to help. I know how hard it is to find joy in a silver lining when you are so sick to your stomach. May I ask what kind of chemo you are on? I took carbo/VP16. It made me sick but not the way you are describing. I will be keeping you in my prayers that you feel better soon and that they will be able to continue the chemo later. It seems to be working for you and that is sooo important in the long run. Nushka

Dear Norme, So sorry to hear about your loss. Your relationship with Buddy reminds me of my parents. They were a wonder to watch over the years. So much love and giving. I am sure it was the same with you and Buddy. He is waiting for you and would want you to take care of yourself...so please try to get some rest. I hope you will come here often and visit. You have been an inspiration to us all. Nushka

Dear Fay, I admire you so much and appreciate your posts. I wish you the best. So far I only know NED, but I fear meeting Ed one day too. I don't like my oncologist although I do like my radio/oncologist in the same practice. I am starting tomorrow asking more questions and trying to find a group I prefer. You have inspired me. All of this waiting for the proper scans is crazy....if we are to have a chance to beat Ed we have to know first. I seem to be rambling, but wanted you to know that have you in my thoughts and prayers. Nushka

Dear Bob, I haven't posted often but I have really been keeping up with your progress. I admire your zest for life and your attitude. I want to join the others to let you know you are in my prayers and send hugs your way. I agree about the surgeon, I would consult one asap, but, remember you need to be as strong as possible before you face major surgery. Give the tube a few days and get your stamina built back up. Sounds like you have them jumping at that hospital. Keep it up. Keep us all in touch. Nushka

Here is hoping that this is the one that will do it for you. Glad you will not be alone..its hard to do any of this on your own. Thoughts and prayers are with you....don't give up. Nushka

My husband last talked to his best friend on Jan 23rd. He called today to see why he hadn't heard from him and found that he had died yesterday. He was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma with multiple mets late Jan and had had WBR and some chemo. The chemo knocked out his WBC count and gave him pancreatitis. We are still in shock. He was 56 years old and had been afraid of doctors all his life. The first time in years that he went for an exam they found this terrible disease. Those of us that have been given a little time are so lucky to have that time. He will be missed. And to be honest with you all it scared the crap out of me as well. I am the one without proper scans. Now I wonder if I want to know. Just had to vent a little. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Nushka

I appreciate all of your responses. I have a family practice doc who believes as I do that I need the scans at least every 3 months. He wants to do a PET each time and the NCI says a CT is enough. My oncologist simply says it won't prolong my life if I have them and find something. In other words he feels like even though you treat mets it doesn't seem to make a difference in the stats. I will get the scans, now all I need to know is what kind to ask for. Is a CT enough or would you go for a PET each time? Thanks, Nushka