Patti B Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Well, tomorrow I go for a CAT scan and a follow-up MRI of the brain. As some of you may know, the MRI I had last month showed something suspicious. They had told me on the phone that it was totally negative and then when I went to see my doc, he told me it was still there (make up your minds, people!!) I have now been on the Tarceva for 7 weeks - this scan will show if its working or not. I have had bad feelings about it all along and to be perfectly honest, am not feeling the best in the world. Normally I go for my scans the day before my appt with the onc but this time he wants to see me next Monday. I will probably call my PA on Thursday to see if she will give me the results over the phone. I would much rather hear bad news (if thats what it is) at home than to hear it there and have to drive home by myself. Will someone PLEASE let me off this rollercoaster ride............... Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I am praying hard for you girlfriend. ((((((((PATTI)))))))) Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famograham Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Me too Patti!! (((((Patti))))) Prayers for a clear scan, and for you to feel better! xoxox Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Patti, looking for great scan results! I don't recall what your last scan showed in terms of tumor size, but keep in mind this rather unusual characteristic of Tarceva (Dr. West has discussed it several times). It's possible — and I'm an example of this — for there to be no measurable response from the drug (meaning there's little or no shrinking of the tumor) but at the same time see a significant benefit in survival and general well-being. My next scan is 2 weeks from now, and I'm anxious to see what if anything the new 4mm nodule on the very edge of the lung is doing. I'll have a CD of the scan to play with for several days before getting the written report from my onc. Scanxiety rules! Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 (((Patti))), My prayers are with you. Hope you don't have to wait til next Monday to get those results. I'll be anxiously waiting with you. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I'm doing all the approriate cheers from the sidelines, Patti. Things like 'die, tumor die' and 'push it back, shove it back, WAYYYYYYY back'!!!!!! Hoping to hear some good news as you so deserve it, Patti. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 hey there Patti. I am also cheering on the sidelines for you girl. You have had a long month of waiting. May the MRI show nothing funny at all (besides your good humour) and the CT scan show positive results. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caren Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Patti (((HUGS))) Good luck for clear results!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce u Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Sending you lots of hugs and prayers from way up North Patti. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Patti You know you are in my thoughts and prayers! I will be there with you in spirit! Sending lots of love and hugs, Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dscherer Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Patti, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hang in there, good news is on the way! ((((patti)))) Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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