trishnmiller Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 To all my friends here in "Lung Cancer Land" let me apologize for rarely posting these days. I am here but usually on the fly and stealing a little time away from students or family. Anyway, on Wednesday Jeff had his last scan read and the results were phenomenal. His liver is completely cancer free and his original lung tumor is down to 1.2 cm (shrunk another 25%) on Alimta. That's all there is left so the onc said that if we cannot cyberknife because of location he wants surgery. I KNOW they can cyberknife because Miami Cyberknife has already seen the scans so we're down with that as soon as the insurance clears. In the meantime he will stay on Alimta since he tolerates it so well and in his cas it has been a miracle cure. I was puzzled that the doc was considering actual invasive surgery because Jeff is stage IV so I asked Dr. Swartz, the oncologist about this change in approach and he said that Jeff's recovery has been so unusual that we are in "unchartered territory". I must say that in this case that is a great place to be. My prayers and gratitude remain with all of you everyday. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 That's awesome news!! I am so happy for you!!! That is definately a miracle. My paryers will be with you on this journey. GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 Great news, you two! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 Wondeful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 Trish-- That's wonderful news! We do need a miracle now and then on this board and maybe Jeff is our current miracle. I hope the good news keeps on coming. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 wow hope is renewed!! Brat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus32 Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 What wonderful news! I am so very happy for you both. Linus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 Wow that is amazing news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 16, 2005 Share Posted October 16, 2005 That is FANTASTIC NEWS!!! Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 So happy for you both and will keep you in my prayers for continued good news! Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 That is amazing. And music to my ears as I am about to get my 5th Alimta treatment on Tuesday. Congratulations! TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Praise God for the wonderful news. Praying for a complete recovery so the doc and you two can get deeper into the "uncharted territory". pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorja Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 That is absolutely wonderful! This gives hope to so many! Please keep us updated. love, jorja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 WOW, That's fantastic news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 This is phenomenal news!!!! I am SOO PUMPED for you guys!!!! You keep us posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Hi Trish, I am overjoyed to hear the great news about Jeffrey. You guys must be on cloud 9. Incredible results!!! Thanks so much for sharing his good news. We love good news here. It gives so much hope to the newcomers here. Never give up!! Miracles do happen. Keep us informed about the cyberknife. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellen B. Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Absolutely wonderful news, Trish! But I don't understand the part about the insurance. Do they have to give permission beforehand? If so, how long will this take? And what happens if they refuse to give permission? Ellen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francesbean Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Fantastic. Hoping to hear more great news in the weeks and months to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Trish, This is the best news and it offers so much hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 That is WONDERFUL!!!! Nothing but more good news ahead. jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Trish, This is fantastic news!!! Keep us informed. Prayers coming for continued success. Love and Prayers, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Trish, You have been such an advocate for Jeff!!!! I sure wish you could be here and work so hard for ME! He is so lucky and you two so deserve this fantastic news. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Trish, this sounds wonderful. I am so happy for you, Jeff and your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 Simply magnificent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted October 17, 2005 Share Posted October 17, 2005 That's great news! Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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