Angie Daughter of Bill Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 As you all know, I was really upset about Dad's bone scan. (they saw something and wanted to do x-rays) Well, the area in the pelvis that the tech thought was cause for concern seems to be the met on the iliac crest that we already knew about. However, the onc. nurse says that one is not cause for concern. She did say that the T12 met on the spine looks "different" than the last scan. It looks larger and is "posteriorly something, something". The nurse called me on my cell phone so I didn't have a chance to write it down. (I never have a pen handy when I need one ) By the time I got home, I forgot what came after "posterior" so I couldn't look it up. Sooooo, it does seem that there is progression in the T12 vertebrae. The nurse made an appointment for Tuesday of next week. We will be talking to the doctor to see what needs to be done. The nurse said that they might do a CT to look at the T12 a bit closer OR that the onc. might just go ahead and send Dad for radiation. Dad had a really rough night last night. Please keep him in your prayers. Despite all that is going on, I seem to be handling this pretty well right now. No doubt, the prayers you guys are sending are working. Love to all!!! In my thoughts and prayers~~~ Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitkathi Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Prayers for your father are being sent your way... kitkathi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Sorry about that setback, but at least it sounds like there is a plan. I am glad you are hanging in there, though what other choice is there? Keep us updated, and know you're always in our prayers. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy P Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie - I am sorry to hear that your Dad is having a rough time. Hugs and warm thoughts coming your way for Dad and for you. Glad to hear that there are some options - keep us posted! BTW - Love the new pic - what a beautiful family!!! Much Love, Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie, I'm really sorry to hear this latest news and even more sorry that your dad is having such a rough time. I'm hoping they will get radiation on his spine as soon as possible. My husband got complete relief after radiation to his shoulder met that had actually caused a hole in the bone, and he had severe pain. It was his left shoulder and he is left-handed. He is now back to using that arm almost 100%. I do think he now uses his right arm to start the lawn mower since that activity brought him to his knees in excruciating pain before he had the radiation. I pray that radiation will happen soon for your dad and he will experience the same type of relief. You're a good daughter to take such good care of your dad. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Sorry to hear that Angie. Thoughts and prayers for dad and you. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie, prayers for you and your dad. Suggestion: Get a small tape recorder to go with your cell phone. Don't need a pen then. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Thanks for updating us, Angie. Prayers, of course. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 I hope they can get the pain resolved soon. Poor guy. I am wishing you all the best. Nice picture by the way. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brm1949 Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Prayers your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annjael Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie,,,Prayers going out to your dad. I hope everything goes well for him. Peace and blessings, Annjael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie, Prayers to you and your father and pray that things will work out fine. Marion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie, Hugs and prayers going out to you and your Dad. Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Angie, so sorry to hear about this but glad you got your dad to go in for a test. I'm just kind of wondering, why no MRI? Does your dad have a pacemaker or something? Bone scans give general ideas about abnormalities but no anatomic details.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Angie - I'm glad you're doing well. God gives us strength when we need it most. I have discoved this as my dad's illness progressed and his recent death. I'm sorry your dad had a rough night. I will be keeping your family in my prayers. What a beautiful picture of your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Angie, Adding prayers with all the others. I hope your dad can get more comfortable soon. Pain is NOT fun. Keep in touch. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Hi Angie. Hoping for good test results next week. Glad to hear your father is doing well despite of the recent news. WOW to the new photo. Take care. David P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Hi Angie Sending positive thoughts to you and your Dad. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 You know you're in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry I've been mostly MIA this week . . . this stay-at-home mom stuff is for the birds lately. You and I need to meet halfway and do something fun - FOR US! Love you, my friend, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Angie, I am glad to hear you are getting to the bottom of this. Lots of prayers headed your way. love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyCW Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Angie, I'm sorry to hear your dad is having a hard time, and hope next week will bring a new plan of attack to wipe this out. Continued prayers... BeckyCW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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