Ry Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 John had his CT scan in January. I think both of us knew before we got the results that it would not be stable this time. He has had a bad cough and seems to have less energy. We had the CT report faxed to us and it says that his tumor has grown slightly near his vena cava. Our onc is out of town but the onc on call has instructed John to stop the tarceva, and start Alimta as soon as possible. He is not able to have additional radiation in that area. Tomorrow he goes to get the B-12 shot and pick up information on the Alimta. We will see our onc on January 30th and he will start Alimta that day. So we're back in it, not much else to say. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Ry, sorry the news wasn't better. But, sounds like a plan of attack is in place. You and John are in my prayers. Hugs, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Oh Rochelle , I have plenty so say ...but not allowed to here...sorry. You and John shoot right up there to the TOP of the prayer list. Doesn't seem enough to do, but got nothing else to offer. As I have said before, this disease is pure 'evil' in its worst form. So sorry this is the news. May things improve with Alimta quickly. Love and hugs to both of you, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Rochelle, I am so sorry about John's news. I am praying for both of you. Good Luck with the Alimta. GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Many prayers for you and John. Hope the Alimta will do more than keep it stable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Ry, Sorry to hear this news. Glad you have a plan of attack. Praying for you both. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Ry you sound as disappointed as I would be in your shoes. I am happy to hear there's a plan in place, nothing but the best with it. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Looks like Lucie and John will be testing Alimta together! Best to you two. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Many prayers and support. Love to both of you. Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Suck a duck I am sorry. I do hope the chemo knocks it all out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Let me go borrow a bat from a squirrel I know. It's time to kick some cancer cells in the *ss. I hate news like this so I can't imagine how much worse it feels for you guys. Dang. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Healing Hugs and bats all around, Eppie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 So sorry to hear about this setback, hoping for the best. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Sorry to hear this Ry and John, you both are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Prayers, wishes and vibes are there for both. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 John & Rochelle, I hope that the Altima has the response we are all hoping for.... you are in Gina & my thoughts and prayers. Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Rochelle & John, I truly didn't want to read an update like this from you. Here's to Alimta, may it be THE drug of choice that works its magic for decades. Love to you and yours, Becky & Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieD Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Ry and John, I just hate news like this. Hope and pray that Alimta works for John like it has for many of us. God Bless. CharlieD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Ry and John, I didn't want to read this kind of news. I know the Alimta will work. You and John are in my prayers... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 My prayers are with you and for you. I pray that the Alimta does the job. Prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Ry and John, I'm so sorry to hear about John. I know Tarceva had been working so well for him and thought it would continue to do so. It seemed like John's magic bullet. Hopefully, Alimta will take over now for a good long time. You and John are in my thoughts and prayers. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Hi Ry, I m so sorry to hear the news about your John. I am relieved they have a plan and pray the the Altima does the job. Prayers sent to John, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Rochelle, Very sorry to hear this but glad there is a game plan. Prayers for the best for you, John and the kids. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Ry and John, Oh how I hate news like this Alan and I are saying many prayers. Glad the Dr. is already on top of this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Well... Bleh! That news just... Praying for you guys! I hope Alimta is THE thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Oh, no!!!!! Oh, dear God, I pray that Alimta works for John. It will - it has to - I just KNOW it will! Big hugs, Ry! and big hugs for John, too. Love you! Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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