babylove91297 Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Hi everyone, Well I saw my primary doctor today and he went to bat for me once again. He called both the surgeon and the oncologist. Got some answers, not the ones I really wanted but answers none the less. The second opinion on the biopsy proved to be small cell. I got copies of all the reports. The lymphnode involved is on the outside of the lung, around my breast bone. The original tumor grew 1/2cm. to 3cm and the lymphnode is 3 1/2cm. So surgery is not an option any longer...but that's alright, I'm still ready to fight. My surgeon still says that it is limited stage, but the oncologist says it is ext., don't know who to believe, but I'm really glad to finally be seeing some results, I mean it's been like almost 12 weeks. The oncologist said that I could wait a week or so if I wanted to get another opinion and I sad h**l no, let's get going. So I start chemo next Tuesday, will have 3 days, 5 hours a day. Then 3 weeks off, and start round 2. They are using cisplatin an VP-16. Said they will give me something for my stomach and something that will make me want to sleep. I told him that didn't really matter if I was awake or asleep, just want to get the show started. I don't want to let this spread any longer. I started my leave of abscence from work today. Going to rest up for the fight. Then on Tuesday will be putting on my boxing gloves to beat my cancers butt!!! I want to thank all of you for all your kind words and for just being here, encouraging me . Thanks a million!!! Bobbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 go get Em Champ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 You certainly have the right attitude. I am praying for you to have successful treatment and for that cancer to just drown and die in a flood of chemo. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursol Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 I will be praying for good results for you. Lilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Go kick some cancer A s s !!! It's very doable and not always a cake walk, but STAY POSITIVE and you will be shocked at how much easier this journey can be. We're here for you Bobbie, day and night! YOU GO GIRL!! I had the same kind of chemo and I have small cell lung cancer survivor friends (7 and 8 years) that had the same chemo as well and are here and doing VERY WELL TODAY and they are CANCER FREE and have been for 7 & 8 years. You can do it TOO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Q Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 I'm glad you have a plan you are comfortable with. Go get 'em! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 YOU GO GIRL!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laban Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Bobbie, I'm so very impressed by your wonderful attitude. My prayers will be with you and your family. Fight with everything you have and you will beat this monster. Stay with us here on the LCSC for love and support. Many blessings going your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Wishing you all the best Bobbie. Out darn cancer! Out!!! Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollfinn Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Bobbi~ Go get 'em!! It does mimic my path, I opted for the LOA from work 6/07 and am returning to work 10/22, scared, but they say once Im back 2-3 days it will be like I never left. Chemo is 6-7 hr. drip, they put ativan up, it is a relaxer but also an excellent anti nausea, I said hook me up! I took emend the day of and 2 days after and supplemented w/ zofran. Hydration was the big ticket w/ my Dr. The cisplatin reaks havoc on the kidneys, so I went back for "2 liters" IV hydration the day after cisplatin. Kidneys are great! Keep us posted~ Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 I'm glad they are getting you started on your chemo. My Mom had the same regimen and handled it all very well. They gave her 1/2 hour drip of anti-nausea meds before hand and she took the pills for about a week after. She really did ok with all of it. I think the thought of it made her more sick than the actual chemo. You are going to do great!!! Keep that great attitude and PM me antime you need to talk. Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Hi Bobbie, sorry about your news, but I am so happy you're ready to fight and have such a positive attitude. You can beat this! Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 yeah... at least you know what you are dealing with now... and starting chemo immediately is the best thing you could have done. Don m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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