lisag Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 It's been a while since I've written, but I've been reading often. Hearing everyones stories does wonders for me. It really helps so much. I have some good news on our cancer fight. My dad, diagnosed with SCLC at the end of March, was told yesterday that the tumor is gone! He's up to normal weight, has normal color, and the oncologist says that he'd never know my dad's had cancer. The original tumor was baseball sized, and now--nada! And he hasn't had a cigarette since mid-March and has no desire for one!! He starts round 6 of chemo today. So far so good. He was a little tired after round 5 but all in all is doing well. He's aware that the last few may cause exhaustion, but is mentally prepared. Of course, we all know the fight is not over. No doubt that there are still evil cancer cells lurking around in his body, but hopefully the last few bouts of chemo will take care of those nasty little suckers. Anyway just wanted to share since I finally had real news. Yeah for dad!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Lisa What wonderful news! Praying the remaining chemo goes smoothly with few side effects and that your dad enjoys continued success in his fight~ Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terriep Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 YYYYYIIIIPPPPPEEEEE!!! That sounds great! What wonderful news!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Fantastic news, Lisa. I'm so happy for you and your dad. I'm sure the treatments will be easier for him to take knowing that the tumor is gone -- now you just want to make sure it doesn't get any ideas about coming back! Good luck to you and your dad. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Yeah!!!!! Lisa, I am so, so happy for you! God bless and take care! Enjoy the peace that comes with NED! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 That's great to hear. Good for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 This is such great news. There is nothing as sweet as hearing "NED" I'm so happy for you and your Dad. Now go out and celebrate would ya??!!! Warm Hugs, Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Wonderful news, hoping that Dad doesn't get too fatigued with the rest of his tx. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Terrific news! "Gone" is music to the ears. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 That is great news. Keep up the good work, both of you. God Bless Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Dancin In the streets!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!uhoh Car coming Congratulations on this wonderfull news!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Oh, what WONDERFUL news! So glad for you and your Dad, Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Such wonderful news! Give Dad a big ((()) from me. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Gone is GREAT!!! Hope the treatments go well with minimal side-effects. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Great news, Lisa. I hope you and your Dad are celebrating and kicking up your heels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darrell Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Awesome Lisa!! Congrats to you and your Dad! Darrell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisag Posted July 26, 2006 Author Share Posted July 26, 2006 Thanks everyone for your well wishes. I've been sharing them with the family. Dad's in chemo today--the hospital made an exception and mixed his chemo cocktail early so he could start at 7am and get out in time to stop by my moms retirement party. What a week! I see steak and lobster in our future--maybe even this weekend if dad can take it. We are due for a celebration! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Congrats and hope his chemo goes well today. Steak and lobster definitely sounds like the way to go... Such good news!! Thanks for sharing. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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