Addie Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Just had the scan yesterday afternoon...and didn't expect to get results until tomorrow. But my onc wanted to see me today as he'll be out of the office for the next week. So...in we go. Preliminary Rad report says, basically, "Improvement". Cooper, my onc, goes to view the scan on the hospital computer....comes back....qualifies his comment by saying, "I'm NOT a radiologist...but compared to the last scan I'd say about 50% reduction!!!" Can you see me smiling? Just to know the Topo is working is a boost, let alone that it's reduced the cancer by about 50% at the halfway point. I'm hoping it follows this "schedule" and by the time I've got 6 cycles in me, the cancer will be gone....beaten into remission. Remember people, I had a pancreas FULL of the stuff, including the pancreatic tail....and had four tumors in my liver, the biggest of which was 4 cm. Lots of cancer there. 50% less is great...my appetite's been good, weight holding steady, liver function is just fine, no jaundice, very, very little nausea or tummy urpies. I might just try to go play nine holes next week, with my hubby! Meantime, I'm sending out GREAT SCAN RESULT VIBES to any and all who need them! This has been a great day so far and it's not even lunchtime yet!~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Addie, What a day brightener! How wonderful! How amazing? We are so very happy with you!! All our very best. Pat and Brian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Pebble Beach is looking good! You go, Addie, glad that those tummy issues are leaving you alone. xxoo, Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Gosh Addie.. I read your message and outloud I am saying...wow.... wow.......wow.......wow.....! Congratulations! You have been through it! Now. On to Justakid for some wows for her tomorrow.. I hope. You two started this right about the same time, if I remember right. Hope your day on the course is astounding. love, Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Addie, You made my day!! What wonderful news! Love Nell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmek Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 This is wonderful news Addie, you most definetly should go play those nine holes, you deserve it!! Hopefully the chemo will do just like you said and it will all be gone soon!! Take care, kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Addie, This is super fantastic news! That's the kind of news we like to hear. I know the relief and joy you must feel right now. Enjoy the golfing and try that Tiger shot....(did you see that shot on Sunday?) TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Yippee! What great news! I should go out and dance in the streets for you, but I'd get hit by a truck or something. (Wild traffic today after the CMT awards last night -- streets closed yesterday, lots of flotsam and jetsam all over today. Eeeuuu.) Anyway, you're a champ. You continue to amaze me with your commitment and your great attitude. This is the BEST news! Now, let's pray that the next cycles kick this in the rear end for good. Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 I am so happy for you Addie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Great news, Addie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted April 12, 2005 Share Posted April 12, 2005 Glad to hear such wonderful news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 Alright! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 Just read this....Addie, what wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 Hi Addie So pleased to read your wonderful news. Congratulations!! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 Addie, for obvious and very selfish reasons, I think I am happier than anyone else on this board that the topotecan is working for you! That means it DOES work. Dave had chest ct scans Monday, brain MRI Friday, bone scans a week ago Monday. we see the onco doc today for all the results. the only thing we really don't know anything about is the CT scan. everything else is looking good. and he hasn't even been able to have half the topotecan he should have had by now. sooo, I'm really nervous about the CT scan! Anyway, I'm doing a happy dance inside for you, you just did a wonderful thing, and that was give me HOPE, and that's what we're all here for, HOPE. God Bless you, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickincancer Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 Wonderful news! God is Good!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindseysmom Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 WOW ADDIE!!! WOW!!! I can see those pearly whites through cyber space. I am so happy for you. Really, good news. Best Wishes, Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 15, 2005 Share Posted April 15, 2005 Addie, I'm a little late, but the news is still wonderful. I'm so happy for you. 50%reduction is awesome. (((Hugs))), Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted April 15, 2005 Share Posted April 15, 2005 Addie just read your message. That is great news. Another celebration at Cindi's 50th tonight!! Lots of celebrations this week. Keep it comming.. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted April 15, 2005 Share Posted April 15, 2005 So glad to hear about the good scans. May the good news continue. Gail P-M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted April 15, 2005 Share Posted April 15, 2005 Addie-- Wow!! XOXOX Prayers, MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted April 15, 2005 Share Posted April 15, 2005 Addie- Thrilled with your results and want to add my vibes to your vibes...may they grow ever stronger in this battle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted April 16, 2005 Share Posted April 16, 2005 Addie, This is wonderful news! Congratulations and keep on keeping on as we say in Alabama. I am so happy for you. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted April 17, 2005 Share Posted April 17, 2005 Addie, This is great news. I am so happy for you. My prayers are with you for continued success with your chemo regimen. For now, enjoy the "Win" and the game of golf. Maureen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted April 17, 2005 Share Posted April 17, 2005 That is just great news. So glad for you Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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