trish2418 Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Received the results of my PET/CT scans and I'm ecstatic! Hilar lymph node has "completely resolved" and primary tumor has been restaged from 3B to 1A (thank you doctors)! Rather than start Tarceva immediately, we're going to blast that tumor with 3 more rounds (every 3 weeks) of Taxotere and add Avastin to the mix. My onc is giving me another week off before starting chemo again to try and give my blood counts a boost. Next PET/CT will be scheduled for 3 months from now and hopefully that will come back NED. Never really knew what "battling cancer" meant until I entered this crazy existence, but I now fully understand just how much of it is a mental and physical battle to keep voluntarily subjecting oneself to the various forms of torture that keep us alive. I have so much respect and admiration for everyone on this board -- the survivors, the caregivers, the family members, etc., that keep us motivated and focused on a cure. It's not an easy thing for anyone. Praying for excellent results for all of us. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Trish that is wonderful news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelepal Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Trish, What GREAT news! Im really happy for you it's about time we get some good news around here.. Take care and enjoy the break! (())Michele Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Trish,I am very happy for your great news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Trish, Wonderful news. Keep up the fight. Prayers that treatment continues working for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grossiking Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Trish, I don't post often but check these boards regularly for knowledge. Everyone on this board is so courageous and generous with their advice. I don't read great news like this often and I just had to say bravo. I am so happy for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatlyn Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Trish, I am soooo happy for you!!!! ((((HUGS)))) Lynda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 doing the happy dance just for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Great news, Trish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 So glad for you Trish. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorja Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 That is wonderful!!!! Keep up the good work!! love, jorja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miami Janet Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Hi Trish, Thats wonderful news..congratulations. Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trishnmiller Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 Wow, terrific news!! Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethluvswill13 Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 WOW! TRISH THAT'S AMAZING! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Wow Trish, that is just wonderful news. Congrats. Take care and good luck. Mare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Great News Trish! Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 That is great news. Sometimes when someone is down staged like that they might be able to have surgery. You might want to ask your Drs about this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Trish, This is awesome news. I am so glad to hear it-woooohoooo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fipster Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Trish, it's so awesome to hear you were re-staged like that. I hope the Taxotere blows out that cancer!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 TRULY WONDERFUL NEWS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSF Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Trish, Fabulous news!!! Praying that this positive path continues for you! Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted March 4, 2006 Share Posted March 4, 2006 Trish, this is fantastic news! There is a great big probability that your next scans will show even greater shrinkage and maybe even no evidence of any tumor at all!!! Seriously! Keep it up, you have worked hard! Have you posted in the LCSurvivors forum on Connie B's thread? love, Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted March 4, 2006 Share Posted March 4, 2006 Trish, I am so happy for you..... this news is certainly worth celebrating!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalouDP Posted March 5, 2006 Share Posted March 5, 2006 Wee need good news like this everyday. Relish the moment hon. God Bless Love, Malou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkiesmom Posted March 5, 2006 Share Posted March 5, 2006 What great news Trish. Lorrie[/b] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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