ernrol Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Scan results are not what we had hoped for. There is significant worsening of disease. So all this chemo that was so hard on me did nothing. They have changed the chemo to Navelbine and I will go back on Tarceva. If anyone knows much about Navelbine let me know. We will also be looking into clinical trials. The good news is that I will be back on Tarceva at 150mg. I was on 100mg. I think the Tarceva was doing some good and boosting it to the recommended dose of 150mg might do the trick. I know the good Lord has a reason for everything and when the time is right he can make any of the chemo work. I put all my trust in him. There is also a large plural effusion. They are going to drain this on Friday. This should relieve the shortness of Breath. All prayers appreciated. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Ernie you seem to be like the Duracell Bunny. You just keep going and going. I have no doubt that you will continue to do so, and I am sorry you have to go through so much. You should be the "Poster Boy" for "living with Cancer". Love, Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 There is a thread on Onctalk.com about Navelbine. http://onctalk.com/bbPress/topic.php?id=448 Good luck -- my Tony had great success with this as his 4th line treatment. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Ernie, you have been in the thoughts of many here, me included, since we have been hearing less from you. I know that you have the faith and perseverence to get throught this. I'm in your corner. MC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Ernie--I'm sorry that the scan results weren't better, but I'm sooooo glad to hear from you! I will, of course, be sending prayers for a good and COMPLETE response on a daily basis! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Praying Ernie for your lung tap and for a great response to the Navelbine and Tarceva combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Well Ernie, I'm sure going to add my prayers to the list. I hope and pray that these two drugs will be the magic bullet. I will say this that a few years back a couple of my LC Support group members her in MN were on Navelbine and they had very few side effects from it. However they didn't take Tarceva, just the Navelbine. Best wishes to you, and I hope your feeling better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Keeping you in prayer, Ernie. Your amazing attitude and spirit continue to inspire... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terriep Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 I am adding my prayers to the bunch, Ernie for great results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Joining in the prayers that the new chemo works well for you. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 You have my prayers to go with the new treatment. God Bless. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Prayers for you Ernie. Hoping you find relief soon. Hugs, Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie- I am sorry you didn't get a good result from the combo you were on. I know several of our members have had Navelbine, dadstimeon and Lucie are two I remember. I hope that the new combination does the trick for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie- I am so sorry the scan results weren't what we hoped for you. Praying that the new combination will do the trick!! Hang in there, Ernie, you are such an inspiration to so many of us. Hugs - Patti B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie, You are at the top of my prayer list. God Bless!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie-- I had Navelbine. That's an easy one, they bush it through and does not take long at all. Had good results with it and no side effects. Good luck. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolasDaughter Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Praying this new treatment plan is successful for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie, I pray this new treatment will be successful. Hope having your lung tapped will help with SOB. Alan has his tapped just yesterday and he tolerated the proceedure well. Continued prayers for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie, you've got everyone in the bleachers cheering you on. We all just gotta believe this will get you on the road to feeling much better soon. We all are staying positive for you. Those vibes have to be felt all the way to FL from all over the country. Keep fighting, friend. We're all in line with you! KAsey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie, I think it's a good move with the tarceva...I am praying that it has a marked positive response. Hang in there.....God Bless Joe B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie, that sounds like a good plan. The thoracentesis should give you relief, the Navelbine sounds like an easy chemo, and you know about Tarceva already. That combination should help you build up your strength so your immune system can work WITH the chemo instead of being weakened by it. Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ernie-Thinking of you and hoping the next chemo works for you. Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze100 Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 HI Ernie, Sorry the scans weren't better. You bet Ernie... sending out prayers for healing and improved breathing. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flo Bones Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Ernie, we will continue praying for you. Continue to stand strong in the Lord. Flo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursol Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Ernie, I'm sorry to hear that the news wasn't great. Keep positive. I'm sending prayers your way. Lilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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