Bill Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Day # 4 of Tarceva 150mg. today. It's VERY early and there's along way to go before I'll be convinced that the Tarceva is responsible for this improvement. But, this afternoon my wife is walking the full length of two hallways ( with a walker ) while talking. Her appetite is good which is good since she lost 5 pounds this week ( 120 ~ 115 ). Six days ago she was intubated in ICU and the docs told my family that she was near death and to say our goodbyes NOW or never. Following removal of the ventilator the next day she was so ill that she could barely breath and talk let alone sit up or walk. My wife's medical condition closely approximates the Iressa case that Dr. Joe sited in his 9/15/04 post. Massive pleural effusions ( with dark cola colored fluid ~ bloody exudate ) left lung collapsed with secondary CHF and renal insufficiency and mets throughout the body including new mets in her ribs, scapula and I think fubulas. Wide spread and severe bone pain. Her ALP level doubled in a week. Providing these updates, whether it be good or bad news, will be my way of giving back to this LC board. IMO this represents a deathbed scenario that will truly put Tarceva to the test. I think that this battle, whichever way it ends, will be beneficial to others facing a similar situation. Thanks again for the kind words and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 That is amazing. I hope she continues to improve every day. Thanks for the updates Bill. Make sure you get some rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, this just made my day. How incredibly remarkable! We all needed some good news today, and I'm so glad it was in your corner. Don't know if you're a drinking man, but Cindi's pub will probably open just to celebrate this good news. I don't drink, but I'll be there and have a thick, frothy cappucino to celebrate this wonderful news! Prayers always. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, You both remain in my prayers. I have heard wonderful EFGR miracles before. I am hoping she is one of them. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, WONDERFUL! Please tell your wife she has made my day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, Enjoy this day and every day you have with your wife. This is wonderful news . Thanks for sharing your wife's story with us and may Tarceva be the miracle drug for her. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless ! Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, What wonderful news, and oh how we needed it! We would have treasured even one more day with Bob walking and talking. Praying there will be many more for you and your wife. Love Nell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 I hope this is your miracle in the making, Bill!! What a turn around. I will continue to send all good thoughts your wife's way. Please keep us posted on her progress...but it sure does sound like the Tarceva is having a positive effect!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Miracles do happen! I am sending prayers for continued improvement, Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, I am happy to hear of your wife's improvement and hope to hear more good news from you. You and your wife remain in my thoughts. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, this is very good to hear.I hope and pray she continues to improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 I am thrilled to hear this good news. I hope the good news keeps coming. Prayers and thoughts to you and your wife. Gail P-M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, I am so glad to read of your wife's improvement! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your story - it will undoubtedly help someone at some stage going through a similar senario. Wishing you both well, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, So happy, for both, what a change for the best. Sending more prayers to help along the recovery. Hugs J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill- So glad she is doing so well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Bill, I pray that we continue to receive daily reports like this one!!! There really is strength in numbers and this group can really send up a lot of heartfelt prayers!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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