beckyg Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 I had a CT scan on Monday, and got the results late yesterday afternoon. The good news is that my Iressa rash is going to have a chance ot heal, but the bad news is that reason is that Iressa is no longer doing me any good. The doctor said that my primary tumor in my right lung looked "thicker" and that there are two "black-eyed pea sized" nodules in my left lung that were not there in October. He is sending me back to MD Anderson to see about getting into a trial--he has more things he could try inthe office here, but said there was nothing he was excited about, and if I want to do a trial, I should do it before doing more traditional chemo. I'll keep you all posted as we proceed from here. Hopefully I'll hear from Anderson quickly and we can get going again. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky - What a crummy day for bad news! Try to enjoy your Christmas and keep the faith that God will help lead you to the right solution..... BIIIGGGG Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Oh man! Here's hoping that thickness is DEAD cells and the other nodules a "misprint"!! Hang in there, Becky. You're in my thoughts daily. May 2004 bring wonderful news! Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky, Here's hoping that no matter what's going on they'll be able to come up with something that works. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 (((((Becky))))), Prayers and good thoughts being sent your way. God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky, I'm pulling for you. Here's praying that what they saw was only scar tissue. What about the RFA. Have you heard anything about that. I am praying real hard for you. Hang in there and remember we are here for you... Take Care and God Bless... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky, I'm so sorry the results weren't better, my heart aaches for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as we both battle the damn disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky, I'm hoping that the new year brings results for you. Nice to know that there are many options. I know one of them will do the job. Blessings during this lovely season, Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Oh Becky~ Sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy O. Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Oh Becky what a crummy time to find out that results not totally positive. I'm praying that things turn out a lot better than they seem right now. Miracles happen all the time, I'm praying for one for you this second. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky, bummer! Sorry the Iressa didn't work. Hoping you find a trial or some treatment that will do the job. Hang in there. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted December 25, 2003 Share Posted December 25, 2003 Becky, There has to be something out there for you and the docs at MDA have to find it. There just has to be. Much Affection, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted December 26, 2003 Share Posted December 26, 2003 Becky, Becky, Becky I did not want bad news right now. Christmas is the time of miracles and I KNOW you will get one yet! Praying for you. Love ya Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted December 26, 2003 Share Posted December 26, 2003 Dearest Becky- I'm hoping you and MDA soon have a wonderful trial in place for you. Know that you are in my prayers. Hugs, hugs, hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted December 26, 2003 Share Posted December 26, 2003 Hey Girl, How was your Christmas? Christmas is so much fun when you have a little one the age of your angel. I love the picture you have posted of the two of you together. Becky, I am glad your doctor referred you back to MDA. I have a nodule in my other lung which the doctor has been wathcing. I am praying that your nodules are benign. How has the breathing and coughing been going? Praying for an effective treatment and cure. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted December 26, 2003 Share Posted December 26, 2003 Hi Becky; So sorry to hear the Iressa failed, but MD Anderson is one of the top Cancer centers in the world. I'll be praying they find something that works for ya. I know the waiting and worring sucks but hang in there!! God bless, be well, and your in my prayers!! Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 MRI's taken 12/18 - 2 brain mets found- named em Frick & Frack "Absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted December 29, 2003 Share Posted December 29, 2003 Dear Becky, What a lousy Christmas present. The good news is that the dr. said there are more treatment options. This keeps the path of hope open. You are young, so clinical trials should definitely be an option for you. You and your family are in my prayers. Ginny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rinksgal Posted December 29, 2003 Share Posted December 29, 2003 I'll send extra prayer for you! What terrible news! Keep us posted. Christy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted December 29, 2003 Share Posted December 29, 2003 (((((((((Becky)))))))))))) Sorry to hear. Clinical trials can be GREAT things!!! This is an exciting time to be alive in the age of molecular medicine. Especially if you have cancer. Remember, MIRACLES HAPPEN!! And what better time of year to receive such a blessing.... Hope that MDA has some kick butt new therapy that is just right for you. Have Faith, and Believe.... They wrote me off as good as dead, and I'm still here almost 4 years later. I too have children young enough to really need me. Kept me believing and going, one foot after another. You are in my prayers. Chin up. Love, MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted January 1, 2004 Share Posted January 1, 2004 ((((((((BECKY))))))))))))))))))))) Prayers goin up, friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted January 1, 2004 Share Posted January 1, 2004 hi becky, i'm truly sorry to hear about your latest test results. know that you are in my daily prayers. remember to always keep your optimism. a positive mind is one of the strongest weapons you can have against this disease. i admire you for your strength and the kind words you have said in all of your responses. please know that you too are in our thoughts. take care, mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted January 2, 2004 Share Posted January 2, 2004 Becky - My heartfelt prayers are being sent to you.... Much Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted January 2, 2004 Share Posted January 2, 2004 Prayers for you dear Becky. My Bill tried 4 different chemos before anything worked. They will find something to help you. Please hang in there...it's going to happen for you, I know it. Blessings to you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathanS Posted January 2, 2004 Share Posted January 2, 2004 Oh my God you are too damn young, we have got to find a way to get you well!! Under go a review at MD anderson, and saty with them, they are one of the top ten cancer centers in the country...if anyone can save you they can! They have so much there! Ask about a drug called CPT-11 when you go. Let me know what happens...and pray.... Hopeful, Jonathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathanS Posted January 2, 2004 Share Posted January 2, 2004 Oh my God you are too damn young, we have got to find a way to get you well!! Under go a review at MD anderson, and saty with them, they are one of the top ten cancer centers in the country...if anyone can save you they can! They have so much there! Ask about a drug called CPT-11 when you go. Let me know what happens...and pray.... Hopeful, Jonathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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