babyspicy Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Aaron and I want to thank you all for the incredible amount of support you have given us. I read Aaron all of your responses last night, and it really warmed his heart. We saw the Dr. again today and the results of the spinal MRI showed that there's a few tumors along the spine, in the back bones, and in his spinal fluid. It also showed that there is a new tumor at the base of his neck close to his spinal cord. They want to do radiation to the neck area to get that under control, and then they want to radiate his hip and his back to alleviate some of the pain he's having. The doctor said again today that we have exhausted the chemotherapy options for Aaron, and his neuropathy is so bad I don't think he wants any more anyway. There's only a few clinical trials that Aaron would qualify for, and Dr. Krug is still researching more. The problem is that Aaron has to be 4 weeks out of radiation to be able to start one of the trials. I think our main concern right now is getting rid of the unbearable pain he has. He can start the radiation as early as tomorrow, but we haven't confirmed it yet. It looks like he may or may not get out of the hospital in time for Christmas. Let's hope the radiation will help the pain, and we can get him started on a clinical trial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wondermom Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Hi Julia, This has to be so frustrating for both of you. I am so sorry things are so hard right now. You and Aaron have my continued prayers. Praying for a successful trial to come your way and for the pain to get under control. I wish there was more I could do. Jill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Julia, I hope that radiation can get going tomorrow so that Aaron can get some relief. I also hope that you are eating, sleeping, and getting plenty of support. We all care and have you both in mind. Big hug - Mary Colleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Prayers and Thought sfor Pain relief SOON!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Hoping the radiation gets rid of all the pain. Take care of each other, Nova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Hugs and Prayers for some relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather_T Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I hope they can get some pain relief ASAP! You guys are always in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolasDaughter Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Julia, Oh, thank you for the update! You are a fabulous wife and how wonderful that Aaron has you by his side. It sounds like he's in good hands with a strong medical team. I will continue praying for you both and wish you a love-filled Christmas together - no matter where it's spent. Nicole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Hi Aaron! Thanks for the update Julia. I think about the two of you often and send my best wishes for some relief from your pain Aaron. I'm hopeful that some trial will be found too. May God bless you both. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I hope the radiation does the trick for Aaron. I just feel so bad for what the two of you are going through. Hopefully the oncologist can find a drug trial for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Julia, wish your news was better. Just know that you and Aaron have my prayers . Hope his pain will soon be controlled and that there will be a clinic trial he can try later. Luv and Prayers, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieJane Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Julia, you and Aaron are in my prayers. I hope the radiation gets his pain under control. -stephanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 OK Julia, I hope Aaron's pain can be brought under control and then he finds a suitable trial. don m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Many prayers for pain relief and progress toward clinical trials. Hugs P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Adding my thoughts and prayers to the others.. Warmly Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Well, this just sucks. Can't the stupid cancer take the holidays off. Keeping you both in our prayers that things get under control here for you both very soon. Hopefully they can get Aaron's pain under control quickly. Please keep us posted, and don't hesitate to ask if you need anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellen B. Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Praying for pain control and suitable trial. Ellen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyka69 Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 My thoughts, hopes and wishes are with you both during this difficult time. Wishing you both peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz13 Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Dear Aaron and Julia, I'm praying for courage, strenght and peace for both of you. I hope they start the radiation today and he gets releif immediately. I'm also praying for Aaron coming home for Christmas and for your doctor to find the perfect trial for him. You have always been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be there. God bless you both. Love, Liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 Julia & Aaron, I only now saw your posts, Julia. I'm so sorry you're in the hospital and having such pain, Aaron. I'm thinking of you both and saying prayers for you. I hope that you will be home for Christmas. I especially hope that the radiation helps with the pain and that you can find a suitable clinical trial. I wish I lived closer so I could bring you dinner and give you both a real hug... With love, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 My prayers are with you both! Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 Julia dear - We are all here, and holding you both closely in thought and in prayer. Like Teri, I wish I was near and could take care of you. Mary Colleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 I am praying that Aaron will get relief from the pain and be able to start the clinical trial very soon. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursol Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 Julia, I think about you guys often and I will pray that radiation gives Aaron some relief from the pain and that a good clinical trial comes your way. Lilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loramu Posted December 23, 2007 Share Posted December 23, 2007 Hi Julia, I don't post much on this board, but read often and am definitely keeping you and Aaron in my prayers. I hope that the spine tumors respond to radiation really quickly so that you can get into a trial soon! I'm on the path to a trial myself and am very hopeful that it holds the answer. I hope that Aaron can get rid of the pain quickly and get on the road to healing. Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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