betty boop Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Hi, I was diagnosed April 28, 2006 with Stage IIIB nsclc, with pleural effusion malignancy. I am doing better, except for shortness of breath. Just finished 9 chemo treatments, getting ready to start radiation in August. Saw good results with ct scan recently. The pleural fluid is almost all gone and the tumor has shrunk almost in half. Praising God daily for this! I have a good support group. I am the mother of 3 boys, ages 19, 17 and 12. My husband has been wonderful. I know that with God, all things are bearable. Just wanted to say hello to everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 And Hi and Welcome to you, Betty. Glad to hear that the treatments are doing the job. You will find this place a refuge for answers and caring and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darrell Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Hi Betty! Welcome! It sounds like you have this well in hand. Good for you! If you need anything, please don't be afraid to jump in and ask. We're all here to help each other. Keep fighting!! Darrell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Hello Betty - Welcome aboard. I am so sorry you have to be here glad you decided to say hello and also that you have a good support group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom K Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Hi Betty, Welcome and please do not hesitate to ask questions. This is a great group of people who are more than willing to share their experiences and knowledge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Welcome Betty~ I am glad you are having good results. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Hi, Betty, and welcome! I like your handle of "Betty Boop" - one of my favorite cartoon characters. Glad you posted. Keep us updated. Best to you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Welcome Betty. Sorry that you have need of a this board, but if we can help in any way - jsut ask. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Betty, I just wanted to add my Hello and Welcome to the board here. Please just let us know how we can help you and know that we will do all we possibly can. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Adding my hello too!! I am so glad to hear that your treatment is working!!!!! GOD BLESS! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Hi Betty. welcome. Glad to hear you have responded Well so far to your treatment! Good news! boy when I saw your handle I thought of a nurse I know at work. All her scrubs are covered with Betty Boop. She is such a fan! Do you wear Betty Boop clothes also? Keep us posted. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Welcome Betty, Glad you found us. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betty boop Posted July 22, 2006 Author Share Posted July 22, 2006 Thanks for the welcome! When I was diagnosed, our local doctors didn't give me much time. Wake Forest Baptist Hospital gave me a little more time (5 yr) but my close friend who is our family physician told me that if the chemo/rad. can get me to remission he felt like I would have a healing. I am going with his diagnosis. I love to hear survivor stories. I know there have to be so many more out there that we don't know about. My friend sent me a little saying and I would like to share it with you all. "Everyday, in everyway, I am getting better and better". When emotionally low, I try to say this out loud over and over. Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted July 22, 2006 Share Posted July 22, 2006 Welcome Betty. Sorry you have reason to be here. The shrinkage sounds great. Be sure to let us know how you are doing. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted July 22, 2006 Share Posted July 22, 2006 Welcome Betty. I too, like the user name. It sounds as though things are going your way. Let us know if we can help or just listen. Glad you found us. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john Posted July 22, 2006 Share Posted July 22, 2006 Betty Sorry you are here. Since you are a non-smoker, you might want to look into a drug called Tarceva. Usually works best in non-smoking women. Seems to work better for Asians also Take care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 Welcome, Betty. So glad your treatment is going well and please keep us updated. Hope all continues to go well. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyD Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 Hi Betty, Glad to hear your treatment is working well for you. Prayers going out to you for continued good news. Curious to know what your chemo was. I love your attitude, it will take you very far. Please continue to let us know how you're doing. Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze100 Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 Great news Betty! I am wondering which chemo drugs you had? I want these if I have to do chemo again. You are off to such a terrific start. I am so happy the chemo is working. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 Welcome Betty. Sorry about the diagnosis, but sounds like you have things well in hand at this point. Best wishes. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 welcome to the Club Betty. If you are at Wake Forest you must be near winston Salem. Corect? I am in GReensboro so we are neighbors I think. If you need anything PM Me here i check in frequently and am great for helping in research problems or Info. Call 1-800-LUNG-usa ask For Susan For NC Lung Cancer License plate. 42.00 per year with funds for research and education on Lung Cancer to North Carolina Lung association. Sending Prayers and Let me know if I can help any. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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