paul verdon Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I wanted you all to know the good results of my most recent scans. Basically everything is stable (not growing) which my oncologist says is wonderful. One free floating tumor actually shrunk a bit more. The one in the lung remained the same. The bones are also stable and still show signs of scarring (healing) but one cannot tell if there is more scaring than before or not. The Pet scan revealed there are still active areas, so Dr Rosen has decided to put me on a cancer pill (tarceva - one a day) which he likens to a maintainance program. We'll coast along for two months and then repeat the scans to see what's happening. I have an appointment with my radiologist to discuss radiation. It remains a good option for the future. So, in summary, Dr. Rosen says there is an abundance of good news for someone in my condition. I've completed the first 6 cycles of chemo and tolerated it extremely well (in comparison) and all active areas in my body have responded with initial shrinkage and are now holding stable. Nothing but good news. Thanksgiving is really something for me to celebrate this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Sounds like a decent report. Many people here on Tarceva, my wife included for the past 8 or 9 months. Hope it works it's magic all the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Great news!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph74 Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 That's great news! My mom had great success with Tarceva as well - it worked for a little over a year, she didn't have to do chemo for almost 12 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Congrats on the emcouraging scans. there is tons of accumulated knowledge about Tarceva on this board and www.onctalk.com two things should be on your radar screen regarding its side effects: manageable diarrhea and a face and neck rash that can go from very mild to very bad. Any competent onc. will be aware of this and will have the relevant creams and antibiotic ointments (the names of which esacpe me at the moment) ready for you once you start. Make sure you also have non-drying soaps and lotions. Best, Adrian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Paul & Michael - That's good news. Stable is ok. Have a wonderful and relaxed Thanksgiving. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul verdon Posted November 21, 2007 Author Share Posted November 21, 2007 Thank you eveyone for your support. The inforamtion to reduce the rash from the Tarceva is appricated. Happy Thanksgiving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Michael, sounds as though you are stable and that is WONDERFUL NEWS. Wishing you and Paul a wonderful Thanksgiving. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Congratulations on the good report. I wish you the best with the Tarceva. Many people here have done quite well with it. Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Congrats on such good news. Tarceva has worked for me for 2 and a half years and I hope you have great success with it also. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Wonderful! Great News. Enjoy your Thanksgiving. Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Paul and Michael Congrats on the wonderful news and a very Happy Thanksgiving to you... Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyD Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Glad to hear the news. Happy Thanksgiving to you both!! Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Wonderful news!!! Happy Thanksgiving Mary and Hawkeye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 That's GOOD news. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Great News... you should have a wonderful holiday. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Hey, I would take the good news and smile with it. it is to be lighthearted. don m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Great News! I'm so thrilled to hear that your tumors are responding to treatment! A lot of people on this board have done very well with Tarceva. You might want to read up on it over at onctalk.com. http://onctalk.com/bbPress/forum.php?id=12 Many folks experience a rash and some diarehea--but that's good. There is actually a correlation between the side effects and the effectiveness of the drug. The side effects can be managed so be sure to tell your Oncologist. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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