teriw Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 We received Bill's PET/CT scan and brain MRI results yesterday. The PET/CT shows progression in the chest since December (still only one side), and the other hot spots outside of the chest are showing up again. Less than it was at diagnosis, but certainly more than we'd hoped for. One suspicious area on the bone has resolved. The plan is to start Topotecan on Monday (5 days in a row) and go from there. No radiation yet. On the upside, the brain MRI is clear. This obviously wasn't the news we wanted to hear, but it could have been worse. The past week of anticipating the scans and waiting for the results has been hard (it felt almost like it did at diagnosis) and we've hit some emotional lows, but having a plan has helped us both regain our fighting spirit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laban Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri and Bill, You two are so strong. I've been waiting all morning to hear the news and hoped for better. Bill, I hope you'll be able to tolerate this Topotecan. My Bill has very little side effects, just slight fatigue but some low blood counts. Thank God your MRI of the brain is clear. I will continue to keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the faith Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri, I'm very sorry to hear that you two didn't get better news. It is such an emotional setback. It hurts. Boy, I do remember getting that type of news. Sometimes, though, the doctors don't get it right the first time. I have faith that the Topotecan will be the one that will do it!! Stay strong and tell Bill I am praying for him and that we miss his posting. I do understand his absence though. Thanks for the update. I've been thinking about you two. Warm Hugs, Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wondermom Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Thanks for updating us. My mom had similar results a couple weeks ago. Brain MRI was clear and mild progression elsewhere. While it is always hard to hear progression, we were over the top excited that the brain MRI was clear. Hang on to the good news and keep the faith. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Hi Teri, I am praying that Topotecan is the answer and will work well for Bill. Hang in there! Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowergirlie Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 I am always pulling for you both! It is so hard to wait for the results but I think once you do receive them, you are so set up for anything that you are ready to go again. I am sorry you guys are going through this. Thoughts of peace and comfort being sent out for you. Hugs...Flowergirlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri and Bill: Terrific news about the clear brain MRI. I figure there's way too much activity going on up there to give the cancer a chance to settle in! Looking for a strong, positive response to the Topotecan. You guys are a great team and an inspiration to us all. My best wishes and Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 (((((Teri and Bill))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 At least the anxiety of waiting for results is over. That is really hard. And the brain MRI is good. That's good. Now, get on with that plan for Topotecan and knock those cells out! I'm praying for your continued strength. ((())) to you both. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Yes, I pray that you will both keep the faith that this will help. I'm praying for ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri, The MRI news is good. I am glad that you have plan B. Every day we learn a little more. Planning ahead with options really make things easier. I have that spot on the hip and I don’t know what it is. If it turns out to be cancer I too have a plan. If we are always ahead of it with a plan, things are a little easier. This keeps the stress down, which is so important. This allows us to enjoy each day to its fullest. Now you want to here my big problem? I had a tire blow out on landing. I managed to get off the runway and told ground control, “it was a good day up until now, but the weather is great” Just a blown tire. I guess I should have got out and changed the tire before I landed. No I am not blonde. Will keep you both in prayer. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri and Bill, I hope the new plan brings you better results. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 I am glad to hear about the brain and wishing you the best on the new treatment. Sending good vibes from the OC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri and Bill, Let's hope plan B is a huge success. Sending prayers and positive vibes to you both!! Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Terri and Bill, Great news on the MRI. I guess with this disease, we have to take the good with the not so good. My sister starts on Topotecan on Wednesday. She is kinda down too about it too. I talked with her last night. She is also doing radiation again. Her doctor told her to eat lots of yogart, and vegetables and fruit to help the WBC. She is not wanting those shots again, but you have to do what you have to do. As Bill said,"It is what it is." Please know we are thinking of you both and you are in our prayers. Stay positive and keep believing! Love, Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Here's to a clear brain scan and a successful plan B! I'm rooting for you both! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Teri and Bill, I hope the Topotecan works wonders. Take good care of yourselves. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terriep Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Hugs and prayers for you both - hoping and praying plan B is a great success. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 I hope Plan B is the magic bullet for you. Tell Bill we're all wishing him well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiesia Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 keeping my fingers crossed for plan B !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyma Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Hi I kept checking to see how you did today. No brain mets is absolutely bonus and still one side is bonus. I hope that plan B works out for you. Keep up the fighting spirit! Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted April 18, 2007 Author Share Posted April 18, 2007 Firstly, Ernie I'm glad you landed safely!!! Once again, a big thanks to everyone for their care and support. I feel like I'm saying that a lot lately -- I guess that's because I've been on the receiving end of support, prayers, and well wishes here these past days. It's made a huge difference. Hope I can give back equally. A lot of people tell me I'm being strong. That has everything to do with my hubby, his sense of humor, and his amazing attitude. Here's an example: We're talking to my parents on the phone today about the results. They have a fairly large orchard in the front of their house that we lovingly refer to as "Pet Cemetery," because of the three beloved pets buried there. When my dad tells Bill that he's out working in the orchard, Bill replies, "you better not be digging a hole for me next to Barney!" (Barney being a lovable brown lab they had to put down a few years ago.) That's who I'm living with! Much love to you all, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather_T Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 My prayers for you and Bill. I hope plan B does the trick. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a strong woman!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendy Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Teri, I just want to join everyone else in my good wishes for good results from the Topotecan. Your husband has a great sense of humor and that helps so much. I miss his posts. Don't ever doubt your strenth. When necessary you can dig deep and get through the tough moments, which I hope are very few. Mendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 I certainly hope that Plan B brings the desired results that you/we hope and pray for. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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