Hebbie Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Well, routine CT Scan time has rolled around again It has been 14 months since my first "Questionable" CT Scan (Nov. 2004) that first indicated some unknown nodules floating around in my lungs -- between 20 and 30 of them, to be exact. Since that time, each scan (every 3 months) has shown minor growth of some of the nodules, but all too small to biopsy for a conclusive determination. In the meantime, I began practicing macrobiotics and have faithfully been following my diet and lifestyle protocol for the past 8 months. The scan I had 3 months ago again indicated some minor growth of some nodules, and a few new nodules popped up -- quit frankly, I was pretty discouraged and downright scared. I approached this week's scan with a heavy heart and tried to prepare myself for the possibility that this would be the scan that would lead to a biopsy and possible treatment. What I got instead left me speechless. My oncologist appt. was today, but he called me at home yesterday to tell me that I didn't need to come in today for my appt....because my scan showed absolutely NO GROWTH.....and all nodules were STABLE. After doing the happy dance around my kitchen, I asked him what could cause every single one of those 20-30 nodules to ALL have absolutely no change in 3 1/2 months. He said (and I quote) "I have absolutely no idea -- it certainly wasn't anything I have done for you -- maybe it's your diet -- just keep doing what you are doing and I'll see you in 4 months!" I think I'm still in shock.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Heather, You have made my Day with this news. One of the interesting things about BAC and Adeno with BAC features is sometimes those nodules go into a dormant (indolent) phase. They just sit there and do nothing...sometimes for years! (My first primary showed up in 1986. I was 32 years old. And it just sat there for about 10 years. Didn't grow. Didn't spread. Just sat there. Which is why my docs didn't think it was malignant...even though it was.) As long as things stay stable you can live with it. And if the darn things won't disappear entirely then I hope they stay dormant/indolent/stable for decades and decades to come. This IS good news, Hebbie. And I am very happy for you and those who love you...including us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niececola Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 HEATHER!!! This is terrific news, I am so happy for you! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Happy, happy news, indeed!!!!! Hope Fred's next scan has US doing the happy dance around here as well, ya know? When's the support meeting? Still want to come to one. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Hebbie.... Wow. Great news girl. That is Awesome. Just made my day !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Well too bad you're on that health food thing or we could get Cindi to open the pub. Maybe she can make you a virgin health food something and we could all drink to your good news. I am so happy for you Hebbie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Jumping for joy Hebbie! That is terrific news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Heather, Whatever the reason, I don't care....I am so very happy for you right now... Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 The best news I've heard in a long time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Heather, That is such wonderful news!!! I am so happy for you. What are you eating? You need to tell us what you buy at the grocery store. God BLeSS!!!!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyanne Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 HOORAY. Some good news! I am thrilled and relieved for you. Go do something dangerous...like a major shopping spree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Heather, Thank you for the good news, feel so good for you, keep up the diet, never know that could be the reason. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Congratulation's Heather, that's great to hear! Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanie55 Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Heather, Love to hear such great news!!!! So happy for you. I'd also love to hear about your diet. Joan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 I am so very, very happy for you! What great and wonderful news! I think I will check out the macrobiotic diet for myself. I tried the miso soup from a restaurant and it was not bad at all. Thank you. Enjoy Heather, enjoy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Wonderful news, Heather! Hope the same news keeps on coming. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Awwwwwwesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Heather, Wow! Great News! You really made my day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Hi Heather YIPPPPYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!! I just did a happy dance in my office here. Like Dr. S. said keep doing what you are doing.. Great, great news. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Great news Heather! And what an astute medical analyis by your doctor! Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Hebbie, this is incredible. I know how much you put into your diet changes, and am just thrilled to hear that you got such an affirmation of all your efforts! it's inspirational, really. Joanie, I am pretty sure Hebbie posted her diet when she began. I'll take a look and see if I can find it (for me) and direct you to it...know any good macrobiotic places for lunch, near Times Square? xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Stable is wonderful news, I like an honest Doc! Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Heather,this is wonderful news.I am really glad to hear it.Now you can exhale and relax for about 3 and a half months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Heather, What great news! Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarHart Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Incredible, wonderful news. It has really given me a boost. Thank you. Karen H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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