SandraL Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 is how I feel about my status. The last CT scan I had was inconclusive and was compared to the wrong previous scan. The comparison was supposed to be redone but when I went for my appt yesterday..no can do. So they will ask again. I really need to know if I should be staying on Tarceva or not. And so I wait... I am still exploring, and have had planning CT done for the bone cement procedure to hopefully relieve some of the pain in my back. The radiologists also seem to be taking their sweet time in analyzing the CT to see if the procedure is doable for me. And so I wait... I had a bad cold after I got home from Mexico. It has cleared but the frog in my voice has not. It is quite annoying as I am unable to calll into another room and get anybody's attention. Very frustrating with a house full of animals and kids! So I was sent for an x-ray of my chest and throat yesterday afternoon to see what the heck is up with that. And I guess I will just wait patiently for those results as well. So needless to say I am getting tired of waiting and I am tired of the pain. I hope things start to move a bit more quickly in the new year. Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry's Wife Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Sandra, I hear you. The waiting is very frustrating, especially when there is really no reason for it. Not that I would wish illness on anybody, but sometimes I wonder how many docs would realize the stress it causes if they understood what it was like to be on the other side of the stethoscope. Larry's onc battled thyroid cancer. He remembers what it is like to be the patient. One of many reasons why he is both loved and respected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Sandra, I am not waiting and yet I can imagine your frustration. I think doctors need a huge dose of the other side. I send only good thoughts that as lousy as the waiting is that the results are worth the wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlemike Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Sandra,I hope things get moving for you and that you get some relief from your pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Sandra, Do you mind if I wait with you? We are witing to hear scan results too, so at least we can keep each other company. Im sorry you are having to wait longer than you should. Sheesh, the original wait is hard enough. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 (((Sandra))), It's not fair at all. When I think of the cost of those scans and the outrageous fees doctors charge,I don't understand this at all. Something tells me that doctors do NOT wait. I'm just so sorry that you have to sit , wait and suffer ....grrrr Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Sandra, as I so often say "waiting is the worst." In your case, you must be beginning to feel it's beyond absurd. How many mishaps should one person have to endure. Wonder if it would help if we all held our breaths until we turned blue? Well, it helps little kids get what they want/need. Hope things turn around for you real soon. Oh and honey, about that voice, think of getting a real loud obnoxious whistle. Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Sandra, My fingers and toes are crossed that you get your procedure soon and with great results. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famograham Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Sandra, all my prayers are with you! I'm so sorry that things are so frustrating right now! (((((((BIG HUG))))))) Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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