Bev'sSister Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 I had a great visit with my sister this weekend. She looks a little pale, and she is short of breath, but she is in good spirits. THAT GIRL CAN EAT. I don't know if it is normal to gain weight while fighting lung cancer, but she has gained about 25 lbs. I hope that is a good thing though. Just wanted to let everyone know she seems to be getting better. I hope it is the Topotecan that is working on her. Are there any signs of knowing this for sure, besides the usual ct scans? Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Bobby, So glad you hear your sister is doing well. Prayers continue her way. Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 That's great news! Glad to hear it. I gained a lot of weight during chemo. Only problem is that I'm having a lot of trouble losing it now. It's really important that she eat if she can and drink lots of water. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 The steroids given with chemo caused me to gain a lot of weight. Once I started radiation, though, I lost the weight I had gained and more. I'm glad she's eating. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 That's great. Yes the steroids will make her very hungry. My Mom said she was hungry as soon as she got done eating. Now that my Mom is off them she has the complete opposite reaction-she is not hungry @ all and has lost a couple pounds. I am trying to get her to eat constantly. When does Bev get scanned again? My Mom hasn't had the CPT11 for 3 weeks because her #'s were down. Hopefully they will be back up when she goes tomorrow. Keep me posted Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Glad you had a nice visit! I am sure that has helped you feel better. Keep us posted on her progress. If she is on steroids then that is where the weight gain is comin from. But I am glad she is eating. take care Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Bobby, That's wonderful to hear Beverly is feeling better. Tell her I said Hi. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Yep steroids sure can give an appetite. How well I remember! Some people do gain weight from chemo's as well, not real common, but it does happen and I have seen it happen to others. Glad to hear she's feeling better. Continued good wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laban Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Bobby, Great news about Bev. I'm happy to hear she has an appetite. Don't know if you'll know the results of the Topotecan till the next scan. Just hang in there with her and enjoy life. My prayers continue..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted September 5, 2007 Author Share Posted September 5, 2007 Thanks everyone. She is on her way to the Dr.'s office this morning to see how her counts are, then she will get chemo, if all is well. I will keep you posted. Please say a prayer that her counts are ok. Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Prayers coming For Bev. Hope counts are good so she can get her treatment. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laban Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Sayin' a prayer right now for Bev. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 That's great news, Bobby. So glad Bev is feeling good AND eating! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted September 5, 2007 Author Share Posted September 5, 2007 Talked to Beverly and she had chemo today and will go to St. Dominic's Catholic Hospital in Jackson Mississippi on Friday the 7th to have brachytherapy done. Please continue with your prayers..they have worked so far!! Thanks and love to you all, Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 Bobby, Sending lots of prayers for your Sis. Let's keep that positive momentum going. Will wait to hear you posting some GOOD news soon! Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 Sending up prayers for Beb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 I hope the brachytherapy helps her. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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