TracyD Posted March 7, 2008 Share Posted March 7, 2008 I just got my scan results today after eight weeks on this clinical trial and the results are "stable disease". For the first time in just over a year I have scans which show no growth, no spread, and some decrease in the pleural effusion. The cancer had been growing slowly and steadily for the past 13 months, and it has stopped dead in its tracks. Now comes the hard part of the trial, randomization. I will do another three cycles, six weeks, and then have scans again. If there is progression at any time the study will be unblinded, and, if I am getting the placebo, I will have the option of taking the drug again. This is going to be hard, as I will know in a few days, based on side effects, whether I'm getting the study drug or a placebo. If I'm getting the placebo I'm going to start to worry too much. At least it's only six weeks at the most. I am feeling good and living life to the fullest. Just ask my family, I think they have a hard time keeping up with me!!! Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted March 7, 2008 Share Posted March 7, 2008 That is great news. You should go and celebrate. Have a great weekend. Love, Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 7, 2008 Share Posted March 7, 2008 Tracy, This is such good news. STABLE is a word we love around here. So glad you feel good and are hard to keep up with. Know that I will keep you in my prayers for the up and coming. Kasey has the Pub open . Hope you will join us. I'm buying whatever you would like to drink, but you being kin and all I imagine she will cut us a good deal. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracey Please remember what you are doing is possibly helping find a cure for this disease.. You never know! But you continue on. You know the status right nopw and stable is great news. Better that the past news of growth and progression. You are being a PIONEER and a FIGHTER also these 2 are admirable traits and qualities to have. HAng in there and think positive Hugs and Prayers Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Stable and decreased PE -- that's great! It sounds like there are good safeguards in place for the randomized portion, but I'd probably get a little antsy too if I thought I was on the placebo. Keep us updated -- maybe they're on to something with this drug. Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 That's great news Tracy. Hope you are in the experimental group for the next 6 weeks. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracy- Stable is wonderful-- I am so happy for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 I already said it on your Carepages, but I'll say it again........WOOHOO!!!!! I sure hope in a few days you will know that you ARE, indeed, still taking the drug. I know either way you will still get it, just am oping it can be NOW, ya know? We'll talk soon so I can hear all about what that great doc had to say about it. Glad to know it's been working so far. Great news! Love, Aunt Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 That is wonderful Tracy. It is the kind of news I like to see. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Hi Tracy, Glad to hear you have stable results, that is fantastic news. I hope you are not receiving the placebo either, at least you can get the real thing eventually. Great news and i'm happy you are feeling so well. All the best, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Oh, I LOVE stable! I'm so glad for you, Tracy!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce u Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Great news Tracy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracy, stable - what a wonderful word. Living life - the best 2 words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracy, Very good news, hope it will be the right one you get from now on. Keep going, you are really a very good and strong fighter. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracy -- I'm so happy for you to receive this good news! Keep up the good work. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracy, this is good news! I'm thrilled for you and for your family, but I also want to thank you for participating in this trial. I know you are looking for something to help you beat this disease, but your participation will help many more people as well. Thank you for taking that risk and I hope you continue to have a great response! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 Tracy -- your news just made my day. So happy for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 What great news for you and your family. I'm doing a happy dance for you right now. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 Great news Tracy. So far so good, you must be feeling so relieved. Now hopefully everything will follow in its path. We are all pushing for you here and I heard how wonderful you are with your family. Its true they are having a hard time keeping up with you.(hmmm I wonder who told me that)?? You have a fantatice attitude and that is half the battle. Good luck, I know things will work out in your favor like it is already doing. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazy Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 WOOHOOOOO!!!!! Tracy ~ this is the BEST news!!!! I haven't been around in awhile and this just thrills me to no end!!! You really are one of my heros - and I can feel this is the first of many good reports to come! Good Luck to your family in keeping up with you...they are gonna need it! Hugs of JOY!!! (((((((Tracy))))))) Yours in HOPE! Stacey P.S. I'll have a frosty Corona, Kasey, with a little lime & salt...eeek, and it's not even noon...!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursol Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 Tracy, I'm so happy for you and your family that this trial is working. I'm always thinking about you guys. Lilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 Tracy- Great news!!! Stable is such good news!! Wishing you continue success in the trial. I would also like to thank you for your participation - you just might be everyones hero!!!! Hugs to you - Patti B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 great news. Yes I understand your thinking about the trial and the placebo. I am hoping to start on a trial soon and am wondering how batty I am going to drive myself wondering if I am getting treatment or placebo. Don't think I will have option of being unblinded though. again, great news, stop that cancer dead in it's tracks. And 6 weeks for this disease is not going to make any darn difference. take care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinC1973 Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Oh, Tracy, I am SO happy to hear your good news. You deserve it!!!!!! You and your beautiful family are always in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Great news, Tracy, congratulations. wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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