kimblanchard Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Well, I pushed the door open a little more and am trying to squeeze through. The Tumor Board agreed that if the PET showed no hot spots on the old primaries, no new spots and if only the lymph tumor shows activity, I would be recommended for radiation treatment of the lymph tumor. Met with my ONC today and the PET results were FANTASTIC, the only hot spot (SUV of 15) was the lymph tumor. The rest of my body was clean, showing no hot spots. I meet with the Radiation ONC Thursday and we start our new battle. Whoda thunk, 27 months ago I was classified Stage IV with multiple tumors in both lungs. Now I’m down to one and I actually feel I have a chance to beat this beast. Thank you all…..Live each day and hope… Don’t ever give up!!!!! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Wow, Jim. This is GREAT news! I'm so glad they can really hit this with the big guns. You take care, ok? My best wishes that this works, doesn't give you too many side effects, and kicks the rear end of all the nasty cancer cells! Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Oh Jim, Oh Jim, Oh Jim!!!!!!! Can you tell just a little how VERY excited I am for you???!!!! It's like YIPPEE just isn't good enough for this! I have hoped so hard for you to get some news like this. It is just so fantastic!!!!! From Stage 4 to where you are. You should be like the poster child for this da$% disease. You go for it, friend. (I don't know you, but hopefully all of us here can be called frieinds). All of us here will be cheering you on!!! Hope you can hear me all the way from PA! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Honestly, Jim, I could cry. Bless you for fighting this beast with everything you've got, and bless you for encouraging the rest of us so much. I feel like skipping around the room. In fact, I think I might just do so now. As my son would say, "You rock!" Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 11, 2005 Author Share Posted October 11, 2005 That what I needed right now good news, I am overjoyed. Goes to show you...we can fight and even win!!! Thanks for the good news and keep fighting!!! Vicky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Wow! I am thrilled for you. Let's fry that sucker so Ned can move in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 That is such good news!!!!!!! Looks like NED is getting ready to move right in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!! YOU GO JIM!!!!!!!!!!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU AND FOR ALL OF US. YOUR SUCCESS IS HOPE FOR EVERYONE!!!!!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!! Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 that is truly inspiring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Jim Prayers coming for the best... I'm so very happy for you. Gotta go tell Mike. Love and Prayers, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Wow How terrific. Congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Jim, this is fantastic, wonderful, superlative, and great news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Hi Jim. this is just the most fantastic news! I can't believe it! I just love your doc and now the tumor board get two thumbs up! Burn em up! love, Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niececola Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Hi Jim, I have been having the worst day, until now! What wonderful news! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 Jim, I am overwhelmed by your post. That is such fantastic news!!! YIPPYYYYYYYY You must be so estastic. Celebrate your good news. You certaily deserve it. Keep it coming, Jim. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Alriiiight, Jim! Go, dude! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorja Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 That is wonderful news!!! You truly inspire so many of us!!! love, jorja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim,this is really great news.I am very happy for you. I really believe you can win this fight too.All the tumors I have had were combatted the best with radiation,(my opinion). The radiation is cumulative as was the chemo so there is a chance you will have side effects as with chemo (sore throat,fatigue,nasea etc.)but it is certainly doable and well worth while in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieD Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim, Great news! Had a good feelin about it. God Bless. CharlieD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I am soooooo happy for you, Jim! Hip, hip hooray God bless you Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim, You give us all HOPE. Best of luck to you...keep on keepin' on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim, Soooo happy for you! I KNOW the rad. will fry what's left. Are they using IMRT? It does minimal damage to healthy tissue. It's amazing how technology continues to improve in all areas. Take care. You continue to be MY HERO! Praying for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim: now you can nail the cancer. I hope the radiation finishes it off and you tolerate it well. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim, That is great news. If the radiation does make you tired you can let your grandson paddle the boat while you lay back with a fishing rod in your hands. Keep in touch. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j ross Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Jim Excellent news. Zap the b.... thing. Jennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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