faith2000 Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Hello, My mom is getting a ct scan done Friday at 11:00 to see if the chemo is working. She just finished her 2nd cycle. I was wondering if it may be to soon? I am afraid if there is no change, the dr. my stop treatment. What do you all think? Thank you, Terra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Gosh Terra, I don't have an answer to your question but I am sure somebody on here will have some insight. I just want you to know that you and your Mom are in my prayers. Hugs, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 You will definitely be in my prayers. As for scanning already, my understanding is that if there hasn't been any shrinkage in six weeks or so - which would be typical for two treatments - then that particular brand of chemo will not likely ever be successful. So you are better off switching to something else. I don't think they would consider stopping treatments altogether unless there is a major health shift with your mom. So probably the oncologist is wanting to decide between continuing with this kind of chemo versus another combination. There are people who know tons more than me, though, and I am sure some better advice will be coming. Keep breathing. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Hi Terra. I missed welcoming you the other day, so, welcome. I hope your mother's tests reveal a really big change! We could all use some good news like that. 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 Terra I think Curtis is right. From memory, Mum had a scan or x-ray after 2 cycles, and there had been slight shrinkage, so the chemo was continued. I hope that your Mom's scan comes back showing great results!! Make sure and let us know. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Hi Terra, I think that Curtis has a very good explanation. Hopefully, she will already have been on the right combination. I can remember that I had CT's throughout the treatment, fortunately, we were right on track, and each time a new CT was taken, it was reinforcement that this method was working for me. Like Curtis said, if it is not working then they will switch to something else from their little black bag. Take care, and ask away, if you don't understand something, then there is probably someone here who will know. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Hello Terra, Will keep you and your mother in my prayers. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Terra, Am praying for good results on your Mom's test. I noticed you are from Cincinnati. My family is from Ohio and my Dad was treated in Cincinnati for his lung cancer. He had a wonderful oncologist there by the name of Dr. Hawley. He was a God-send and did everything he could for Dad. Sending good thoughts your way. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Well, it's probably the thing to do, as explained by Curtis. I just remember when Dave was first diagnosed and had treatment in 2003 - he didn't get any scans until he was done with chemo and radiation (which he had concurrently) and when he had that one final CT scan he showed No Evidence of Disease and that was such a cool thing to see! this time, he just had a CT scan, after completing three of six rounds of chemo, and it showed definite shrinkage. I was disappointed because I wanted to see NED again! Now we have to wait until he's done for NED to come visit again. Soo, don't be like me and have high expectations, just look for SOME shrinkage and celebrate that! Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Terra, Praying that your mom's results are REALLY GOOD!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Terra, prayers comin'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Terra, I just saw your post so I guess the scan is over. I still will pray for good results. I can't help you with your question about how soon etc. I guess it depends on each situation. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Terra, Missed the post somehow . Hoping all good news on the reports. My thoughts are with you, Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Dear Terra, I think if it is found to be not working they may put her on a different chemo. Dont borrow trouble. It may be working just fine. Your Dear Mother is in my prayers for a great scan and continued better and better scans. Dont be upset if they change her chemo, it just means that the combination is not working and they will try another combination. Please keep us posted as I know you will. God bless you all, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Prayers for your mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Add my belated hopes and encouragements to those of everyone else. You should have news soon -- let us know how it went and what they're proposing to do if they are changing anything. Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyCW Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Terra, I'll be looking for the results to come with good news for your mom. In the meantime, I hope you can all find ways to get the tests off your mind and enjoy life. I know it's a tense time -- hang in there and know that lots of us are thinking of you and praying for the best. BeckyCW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted October 31, 2004 Share Posted October 31, 2004 Terra., Everyone is different but after my 2nd round of chemo a difference was seen. A rather significant one. Good luck & prayers...Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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