JB Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Well, we don't really know yet. Everything is stable, BUT....Oh those silly buts. But they noticed some fluid around the heart that requires further investigation. So Next Friday we're off for an Echocardiogram and to meet with a Cardiologist...may have some more ideas then, but I'm not certain we'll know anything concrete until we get back with the oncologist on the 31st and get her thoughts on the Cardio's opinion. So some good news, and some ah hell we gotta go see this guy now, but nothing to panick about until we get more info. We'll have to keep you posted. And somewhere in between here and there, we have a follow up with the Nuerosurgeon...So you'll be hearing from us a lot over the next three weeks I'm sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 JB and Colleen, I like stable. I only wish that all the news was all good. Please keep us posted. I bet chasing Jack around is keeping you busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 thanks for the update. I like to hear stable. And the rest..well, just have to go with it. Positive thoughts for other good news. Take care Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 I say dwell on the good news and deal with the other when you know what you are dealing with. Is it party time yet? Count me in. In the meantime Colleen has my prayers. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 JB All in all, I think it is a good report. I have a little fluid around my heart and have been told it is no big deal. I hope the cardio and neurosurgeon stuff does not turn out to be a problem for you all. don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Yay for stable! And I agree with Sue - wallow in the good news. I'm hoping all goes well with the cardio. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 JB & Colleen- Others have had this occur -- hopefully it's something they can just watch. If it were a sizable amount of fluid she would have been sent in to ER to have it drained right away. So-- I say it's s good report (now if I only had a license to practice). Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Love that word stable!!! Hope the appt. with the cardio goes well and its nothing!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hope all goes well and JB your hockey season must be going just aswell cause Been missing You in Tues Chat!! Thoughts and Prayers and Hugs For (((Col)))) Good Luck with Cardio! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Yeah fo stable!!! Positive thoughts and prayers for good reports on the rest. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 BUT, BUT, BUT.............don't you just HATE that word sometimes???? Hoping all will prove to be okay, but you know Fred and I will pump up the 'whine' power on your behalf. We so hope to hear a good report real soon, guys. After all, we want all THREE of you singing those drinking songs at the September lunch!!!! Maybe a beer would help about now, huh? In all seriousness, we are hoping to hear all is well. Keep us all in the loop. Love, kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Me and Joel are with what Kasey said. You three will be with us singing Irish songs in Sept. !!! We are right by your side... Keeping you close in our hearts. Keeping everything crossed for good results. So glad about the stable Maryanne & Joel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLB Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Thank you all so much!!!! I was so happy to hear stable, BUT then I freaked about this fluid. Of course I did what I never should ever do again - googled this pericardial effusion. That just leaves me more anxious and nervous about everything......and of course now that I am worried, I am noticing that my chest hurts, etc. AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH. But you are all right - I need to dwell on the good news and not worry about the new stuff until we know more. Thanks again you guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Col Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 STOP THAT GOOGLING!!!!!! I mean it!! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Glad to hear the stable news! Lets just keep our fingers and toes and eyes and legs and arms crossed that the fluid issue can be solved and cleared up in a simple fashion. I hope your going to celebrate the Stable News! Go out and ENJOY!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 stable is a good word in here....deal with the rest when you know for sure whats going on.And like Kasey said"stop googling" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted July 12, 2008 Share Posted July 12, 2008 I have my fingers crossed that the fluid is nothing serious. I had a similiar incident where they found fluid by my heart on my ct scan. For me, the extra fluid was absorbed and it resolved itself with out any medications/treatments. Let us know what you find out, Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Sending good though's Col's way! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Congratz on the stable and good luck with the effusion! Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Hi JB, Do we have an update on the visiti to the cardiologist??? Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted July 22, 2008 Author Share Posted July 22, 2008 Well, besides the fact that he agrees with the CT scan, not really. He said that he agrees with the CT report that there is minimal to moderate fluid there. it's not affecting the heart function, so he is content to just monitor it monthly at this point. he also said something about a spot there, that appears more clot-like rather than tumor like. Neither of us thought quick enough to ask him if he felt that spot posed any risk. He was going to touch base with the oncologist and get back to us. Col's supposed to call them today, but I haven't heard from her yet. I believe that the Onco may want to biopsy the fluid, as she indicated to me on her way out the door as Col was finalizing appointments that we need to figure out what this is, becuase if the Tarceva isn't working we need to pursue other options. Col, on the other hand, is not as keen on the biopsy, as I am sure you and Joel know, the possiblity of hearing not so good news weighs heavy. So her we sit, thumbs up our butts trying to figure out what the heck we're supposed to do next. It's all just soooo much fun I can hardly contain myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 John, The waiting game just sucks. I agree that you need to find out what it is, either to get a plan in place or sigh a big sigh of relief. I think of you and Colleen and most especially our luncheon mascot Jack often. Please keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 JB, That just sucks big time! I am praying that the effusion resolves on its own and the spot is nothing. Tell Col to stay strong and think positive. Yeah worring about the biopsy sucks - but if you don't know you can't do anything about it. I say knowledge is power. Even if it's not what you want to hear. If I had gone to the doctor sooner I might not be Stage IV. Anyway it's a 50/50 chance that it's not a tumor. I like those odds better than the odds for a cure! Let us know how it turns out. I'll be keeping you guys in my thoughts and prayers. Say "Hi" to Colleen and Jack. Can't wait till our next get together! I hope you'll have good news soon! God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted July 23, 2008 Author Share Posted July 23, 2008 Ok so Col talked to the oncologist who talked to the cardiologist. At this point, Onco doesn't think it's a big deal, apparently the CT scan made it seem bigger than it was. She's content to have the Cardiologist follow up monthly. So next month we meet up with him, and then follow with the Onco a day or two after the cardio. So no onco appointment next week. Review brain MRI tomorrow. I'm going with there's still nothing there....but i have an inside track cause I live with her EVERYDAY and I KNOW nothing's there...lol..seriously though, hoping it has remained clean since surgery....Not interested in any other glitches right now. Thanks to everyone for your support and prayers...Will hopefully update you late tomorrow or Friday on the MRI.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I hope the MRI comes out clean. then you all can relax a bit. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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