Darci Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 You have been through so much...and still are such a wonderful source of support for everyone here. I am hoping that things turn around for you, and that you get only good news in 2006! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 Fay, Prayers for you. Biaxin set up a very fast reaction for infection. Thinking of you. Hugs J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted December 7, 2005 Author Share Posted December 7, 2005 Thank you all for your encouragement. I had gone to the hospital to pick up my xrays from Friday along with the reports (Friday had film studies to rule out left side broken ribs and torn rotator cuff in shoulder), but neither the films nor the reports were in. I needed them for my appointment with the Onc yesterday for the first day of chemo. So I came back the next morning to get them, and the report was still not signed by the reading radiologist, same reason I couldn't get the report on Monday. I did get the films, but my Onc is NOT a radiologist. The Hospital told me they would do what they could to get the report signed by another radiologist and faxed to my Onc before my 10:30 appointment. They didn't do it. The idea of chemo side effects with broken ribs is not necessary a good thing. But I decided to go ahead with the first chemo anyway. I get home and the doc who ordered the chest and rib series had called twice wanting me to call him back asap. I did page him and it turns out that there is a "funny looking mass" on a rib that is either a displaced bone fracture or possible met from the cancer or both. There is a large area of "thickening" on the lung that is either bleeding or tumor. So I need a CT Scan. My doc didn't follow through on this on Monday, as he usually would have done, and he apoligized to me for failing to do so. For those of you who have brand new first grandbabies you'll understand his distraction. What bothers me is the hospital did not notify my Oncologist, too, after assuring me that they would. My Onc is closing her practice at this same hospital, and will work out of her office in Solvang five days a week. It's a longer drive to and from appointments, but that's okay. Better to be in a clean and competent environment for everyone: The Onc, Nurses, and Patients. Just frustrated that this was not reported to my Primary Doc on Friday as it should have been done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 you just can't catch a break, Fay. your attitude continues to amaze. you're in my thoughts and lots of prayers for that CT scan. either way, it'll be a hurdle for you, I know. you can handle it, though, and we're here for and with you. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyb Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 Fay, you are in my prayers. I admire your ability to keep on going. Shirleyb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 (((((FAY))))) This is just not fair... Always in my prayers. You are truly amazing and your spirit is beyond words. God Bless and gentle hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted December 9, 2005 Author Share Posted December 9, 2005 Finally read the xray report. It's not too clear, but whatever the problem is it is a 3cm by 4cm mass. Here's hoping that there is a plain old broken rib and 3 by 4 hematoma and not a met on the rib that caused the fracture. CT is tomorrow afternoon. I don't know how much longer I'll be able to type. I've had only the first round of Taxol and Gemzar, and tonight my hands are going numb. Just in case I can't "say so" on line for a bit, I wish you all well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 What a big batch of poop! I'm trying to work on my language these days, but that really doesn't do it justice. If you can't type for a few days, just know that you are in our hearts and prayers. We love ya like crazy cakes! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Fay, I admire your resilience & bravery. What a tough cookie you are. I have you in my thoughts and am hoping for good results. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Ry Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 I never thought I would wish for the broken rib, but here down can begin to look up. I hope the chemo is good to you and side effects are gentle. Your friend John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 ((Fay)) Praying w/ you for a broken rib. Hope your chemo takes it easier on you moving forward. With love and admiration, Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Fay: I wish you well as you go through more treatment and I hope that the mass is just conglomerated bone or something. I sense that you are beginning to cope somewhat by attending to the details of your treatment and scan... it helps one stay focused. Bless you Fay.. You really deserve a some peace and quiet rhythm in your life. I will drum for you tonight. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Good Lord, It's like someone has it in for you. If it can go wrong it will. Enough is enough already I wish you well in your treatment and pray it goes easier that it sounds, this is awful. Bless you Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 In reading your post I think ENOUGH!!!!!!! Have you tried Zofran for vomiting. For me it worked great. Please ask about this. No need to have this problem. I'm praying for you, you're the best! Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeandstrength Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 I'm so sorry, Fay. I REALLY hope things start looking up soon. Hugs, Cathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Been so wrapped up in my own latest incident, I didn't know you were going through all this. (((Fay))) Cindi's right...this calls for something illegal! I think any jury would let you off even on a murder rap after all this. Looking for a rubber chicken whose neck you can ring. We love you and want things to start going right for you. I hope the time when you can look back on all of this and have it just be a distant memory will come very soon. The sooner the better! Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 My dear Fay, This SUCKS big time!! I don't even know what the heck to post here. It seems to be one thing after another with you. You just can't seem to catch a break and that is so frustrating. I just cannot believe everything you are going through and you seem to take it with a grain of salt. I know I would be hysterical as I am such a baby when it comes to coping with fear and pain. You on the other hand seem to handle these setbacks with such a fighting attitude. You are the energizer bunny, you keep going, going and going, you never give up!! I LOVE YOU COURAGE. You are such an inspiration here. I, like everyone here admire that courage and strength you have to keep nipping these deterrents in the butt!! You must have the broadest of shoulders as these set backs are such a heavy load for anyone to carry. But you keep on fighting and I admire you so much for that. I am also concerned that your workers are leaving a mess there. I want you to be very careful, we certainly do not want you to slip and fall. Also, please be careful not to breathe in to much of that residue that is floating around your kitchen. I am really worried about you. I just want things to start changing for the better. It has too, there is always that light there at the end of that tunnel, we need you to start seeing it. I have a special candle lit for you for healing. I am praying so hard that his is a rib problem and not LC. You need a break here (no pun intended) and for things to start turning around in your favor. Mega prayers going out to you. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted December 11, 2005 Share Posted December 11, 2005 Oh Fay, I'm sooo sorry. Better late than never. I wish and pray for relief for you. By now you have had the chemo and I hope your not sick w/ it. Hang in there girl. Good luck and take care. Love, Mare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.