David A Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 Hi Friends, Went to get chemo on Friday 1/02/04, and my ocologist decided to stop treatment until I have a chest ct, the orginal plan was to have a chest ct after 3 cycles, I have had two cycles but he wants to make sure gemzar/carboplatin is workiing before going any further with it. I have had a lot of side effects and I'm still feeling rather crappy and haven't had any chemo since 12/13/03. Not sure what to think or how to feel about this. Thanks for listening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 Dave, hang in there and keep your spirits up. Any idea when the scan is going to take place. I tell you I have been feeling crappy for a while also, I think it is just the season with all kinds of viruses and stuff floating around. Keep us updated. David C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 Hang in there David, I just have a feeling it will be ok. Will you call me or PM me when you know something? I'll be thinking of you~ Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 David, Here's hoping the CT scan shows some progress. In the meantime it's all about one day at a time. Hang in there and know we are praying for you. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 David, Prayers being sent your way. God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 Hey Dave, Ya know, I'm adding my prayers for ya buddy!!! Hoping you start feeling better and that the ill effects are because it's WORKING!! No doubt about it !!, it does suck!! "But for the grace of God here go I"; Hang in there, Dave!! thinking of ya! God bless Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 MRI's taken 12/18/03 - 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...
Fay A. Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 I'm keeping things crossed that you have good news from the scans. You're due some good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 Hi one of my two NEW YEARS EVE buddies, Stopping the chemo sounds good to me because why give another dose if that one isn't doing what the onc wants it to do. It is better to know now so that he can start you on a new one then keep giving you something that doesn't like you. It can also show that it is working and he knows it is the right chemo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 keep your chin up keep your chin up keep your chin up keep your chin up keep your chin up gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy O. Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 Hi David. It will be okay. Probably a good thing to take a lot and see whats going on at this time and then figure out what to do. Yes one day at a time and easy does it will help. I'll be thinking of you and looking for the post on the results of the ct scan. Nancy O. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted January 5, 2004 Share Posted January 5, 2004 David I know it's hard to DO NOTHING, isn't it??? But hopefully this will be for the best and the onc will know how to proceed with the best plan for you. I'm pulling for you and praying hard for good news! You deserve it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted January 5, 2004 Share Posted January 5, 2004 David, Just wanted to add my prayers and hope this new year will be good to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted January 5, 2004 Share Posted January 5, 2004 David, David, David, I know we don't like to hear the news - No treatment. However, Earl's drs. have 1. Scanned after each 2 chemos and 2. Always said if this one isn't working we will try another one. And sometimes, the old bod just needs a rest in order to take more of that da-- chemo again. This may not be bad news - sorta just no news. Stay the course dear David. Ginny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Hey David, Well, you know me....................I feel a HUG coming on!!! (((((((((((((((((((((((((DAVID))))))))))))))))))))))))) I'm sending you POSITIVE VIBES my dear! Your over due for GOOD NEWS! It's YOUR TURN!!! Prayers and Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted January 8, 2004 Author Share Posted January 8, 2004 I'm having a chest cat scan thursday 1/08 then seeing oncologist friday1/09 to determine our plan of attack. Could use some extra prayers and such , am a little nervous about this scan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Hi David, this short break may be really appropriate for evaluation. If the current chemo regimen works not as good as your oncologist targets, then the oncologist could try another new regimen. So, please don't lose your faith. I know, this really makes you unhappy and upset.... Hang in there. Focus on other things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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