fight Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Hello All, I had my appointment in Denver on Thurs. and it appears that the Tarceva is working. I had a chest x-ray and comparing it to a previous scan it appears that there is less fluid in the right lung and in the very least it isn't any worse. Which as my doctor explained is good also. Tarceva may not take away my cancer but if it keeps me stable for a long time then that would be good too. I go back in another month for an x-ray and see if it looks the same or better. Hopefully better. I'm still a candidate for the Pleurodesis but need to wait and see if more fluid will drain. Since my oxygen level is normal (99) my doctor doesn't want to rush into doing a thorocentesis yet. So as usual we wait and see.....I'm feeling pretty good although a bit tired. I'm happy to hear the initial results and will take stable any day of the week. I hope to have even better news next time! Take Care, Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Rachel, Raachel, Rachel !!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am over the top with joy for you. I, too, will hope and pray that Tarceva works for such a long time that there will be a cure for everyone by then!!!! Thanks for the uplifting news for the weekend. I hope you can hear my cheering from PA all the way to CO. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I'm so happy for you, Rachel! I'm sending prayers that Tarceva keeps working for you. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Congratulations Rachel, that is very good news. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Cheers for RACHEL and TARCEVA! Aloha from Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Rachel, Great news! I have my fingers crossed that Tarceva will work its magic for you. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Rachel, That's fantastic news! So happy for you. Looking forward to more positive results from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raneyf Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Rachel, I'm so happy it looks like the Tarceva is working! Great news - have a great few weeks before next scans. Raney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtay Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Rachel this is great news Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenkazMrs Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Fantastic news Rachel! Goodluck for your next follow up! Deanne x http://www.lc-action4life.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 YAHOO Rachel!! And another yahoo for Tarceva doing its job!!! Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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