Andrea B. Posted August 12, 2003 Share Posted August 12, 2003 Well, we got the results to my mom's PET scan today. I was hoping to post under Good News that she was in remission or NED, but unfortunately it isn't the case. The results show my mom still has active cancer cells in her lung cavity and lymph nodes. I absolutely hated the look on my mom's face when the doctor told her the news. But we won't remain down long...we are sticking with the battle and shooting for the goal of remission. Her doctor will give her a few more weeks of the Carbo/Taxol combo and then do another PET scan. If active cancer cells are still present he will change her chemo drugs. The optimistic side of me says well...the cancer has shrunk and there are no mets. I must maintain a positive outlook and hope. They also think her persistent cough is being caused by the cancer still present in the lymph nodes. My mom had been hoping to make it to jury duty at the beginning of September, I think this gave her an outlet away from cancer. So now she is disappointed not to be going. I am going to plan a special outing or escape for her now to get her mind off the cancer. I don't think I have ever mentioned my mom's name, Lillian. Or most people call her Lilly for short. I hate this disease, but will do all in my power to keep my mom battling. Thank you to all of you who continue to keep her in your prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 12, 2003 Share Posted August 12, 2003 Andrea, So sorry for your mixed news but thankful the cancer is shrinking and has not spread. Will continue to keep Lilly in my prayers. The special outing is a wonderful idea for your dear Mom. Blessings to you all, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 12, 2003 Share Posted August 12, 2003 Get yourself up, dust yourself off and start all over again. Hang in there. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted August 12, 2003 Share Posted August 12, 2003 Okay, the battle and the prayers continue! I'll be remembering Lilly in my prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyd Posted August 12, 2003 Share Posted August 12, 2003 Andrea, The name Lily is so pretty. Take your pretty mother and pretty daughter and have an all girls outing. The news was not great for sure, but it doesn't seem real bad, there is still a fight left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted August 13, 2003 Share Posted August 13, 2003 Andrea, your right, it should have been in good news, IT SHRUNK AND HAS NOT SPREAD ANYWHERE. thats good news. think of LC as chronic like high blood pressure or something like that which has to be taken care of all the time. its there but not out of control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted August 13, 2003 Share Posted August 13, 2003 Andrea, Keep up your courage! You have some encouraging news to focus on. An outing to distract all of your thoughts for awhile can only be beneficial...what a good idea from a caring, loving daughter. Prayers coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted August 13, 2003 Share Posted August 13, 2003 Andrea, No mets and no new growth is good news! I am sorry that there is still some activity. This chemo is brutal, but it sounds like it is going to do the job this next few rounds! Hang in there! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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