tnmynatt Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 Results of Charlie's CTs are not too good. His middle right lobe has collapsed as the result of a tumor blocking his bronchus. How can this be? We were just out walking at a park today. He and I were walking up and down hills, etc. He was winded some, but so was I. He will be seeing the rad. onc. in the morning to see about radiation. Anybody had brachytherapy done? Frank: Is that what you had done? Any help is greatly appreciated. So much for August being a good month. It stinks!! Continuing to pray for all. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 oh shoot, Tina! Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 tina. I'm so sorry to hear this news. I had been looking for news of your trip to the college, not this! I have no experience to share with you, but I hope and trust the docs get a good plan underway soon. Charlie can handle this, and so can you. we're here for you, girl, and praying for you. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 Tina, Charlie, We just can't think of one single thing to say. We continue prayers and we are simply turning all our fears over to our God. I am glad He is a Big God, because our pain and worry and sadness is HUGE. We are so so so sorry. Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 Shoot!!! I'm so sorry to read this. That just stinks. ((((Tina)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 Tina and Charlie, I can't find the words to tell you how sorry I am to hear this news. Just know that I'm praying for Charlie and your family. Keep us updated. Love and Prayers, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 I have had brachytherapy, but it was for prostate cancer recurrence, not for lung cancer. It allows for a stronger dose of radiation at a particular point without a lot of radiation to the healthy tissue nearby. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 Prayers for you both. Sounds hopeful that Charlie can stil breathe well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 Ohhhhh Tina, I am so sorry to hear that Charlie's scan wasn't what we had ALL hoped to hear or see! As for the month of August..... I'm with you my friend, it's not been that great of a month for many of our good friends here at LCSC. Is it September YET??? More prayers are in order. I'll continue to keep Charlie in mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 So sorry to hear that the news isn't good. Will continue to send many prayers to your way and hope that brachiatherapy really helps Charlie. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Sorry to hear this, you both are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Tina, I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep you both in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Tina and Charlie Sorry to hear this news. I don't much care for August either... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Well, dammitall anyway. I guess you're right, Tina..that this has been a more awful than good month...but maybe by month's end, all will turn around for all of us who could use an upswing...and that includes your Charlie. All good wishes/thoughts are being sent his way even as I type this. Hang in there...and it seems to me that it's got to be a good sign that he can get out and walk like that...eh? Inner strength and otherwise in good shape. Gotta count for something, I think. Please keep us posted...we'll all be thinking of you and Charlie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydog2 Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Sorry to hear this Tina. I agree with you about August. At least the month is about gone and hopefully Sept will be better. Wishing the best for you and Charlie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Suck a duck I hope for much better test results in Sept! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Tina, I'm so sorry your results weren't better. I was sure that you would be the one to get some good news finally. My prayers and thoughts are with you both. Love, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Damnit Tina, this is not what you wanted to hear. But it over 2000 voices can be heard, it will be okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted August 19, 2005 Author Share Posted August 19, 2005 Everyone, Thanks for being here for me. I have been very nervous tonight wondering about tomorrow. Based on the Internet research I've done, likely treatments would be brachytherapy via bronchoscopy, laser surgery, IMRT (radiation), or RFA. Don't know what to expect, really. Charlie is suppose to finally get Avastin starting tomorrow. Don't know if this obstruction and possible surgery/radiation will delay this or not. Just need to be patient! Again, thanks for listening and being such good support to me. You'll rock! Until tomorrow.... One day at a time. Love you'll! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynneH Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Hi Tina, Just got home and logged on and saw Charlie's results. Crum-bum. Glad you've found a lot of info on his options and will be thinking about you both as you jump this hurdle. Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 We are still here, we are still praying. Love and support. Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Oh Tina, everything crossed her for Charlie to receive some positive news. Prayers sent. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Praying for you both. Have faith. Things can get better. ((())) Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 I'm so very sorry to hear that Tina. Prayers for Charlie, you and the kids. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted August 19, 2005 Share Posted August 19, 2005 Tina, As usual, I am on late and just saw this post. I can't believe that you guys are now included in the many this month with bad news. This sucks. I hope tomorrow brings a clearer understanding of what is happening and what the plans are for getting rid of this beast. Keeping you and Charlie in my prayers. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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