-Cheryl- Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Dear Friends, My Onc called this evening to give me the results from the CT done this morning. Yes,the nodules in my left lung have grown a couple of millimeters. However, my onc explained that "this can occur when measurements are taken at different angles.....like taking a picture of a sliced orange and turning it. When you turn it, it gets larger at different angles." He also admitted that on Mon., he "didn't mean to sound like an alarmist," but was "concerned" about my back pain location. Fortunately, the CT showed NO CANCER elsewhere in my body. He will see me in a month to follow up. There is no way to tell if nodules are cancerous unless biopsied, which my onc does not want to put me through. Also, the nodules are probably too small to light up on a PET scan still. We will continue to watch them for now. I hate having them there inside me, and really wish I could have them taken out. However, my body needs to continue to heal from the surgery I just had. Thank you guys for your support! My Onc also changed my antidepressant to Lexipro, which supposedly has fewer undesired side effects. I will keep you posted on their effectiveness. Thanks again to my family here at LC Survivors for your support, I am praying for all of you! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Sounds like very good news to me, Cheryl. Now, relax and enjoy! Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 It is a real good news. Take more rest for recovery from surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 (((((((((((((((((HURRAY)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Ive been thinking and praying all day! I didnt know you'd find out so soon!!Ive heard that also about measurements being taken from different angles. If there ever comes a time when you are healed that you want to pursue those nodules, my father had a needle biopsy done which is not traumatic at all. You are not put out and its not surgery. Im not sure if nodule has to be a certain size for them to do it, but you might want to ask your onc. But I believe if you ever have it done it will only confirm what these CT scans are telling you - that they are BENIGN! Im soooooooo happy for you, Cheryl!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Congratulations on the good news Cheryl!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 This is wonderful. Boy I sure did need to hear something good today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 really great news Cheryl----hope those pesky nodules go away by the next scan best wishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Cheryl, Focus on the good news!!!!! I know you don't want anything nasty inside of you--I feel the same way. But, you do need to heal from your surgery anyway. Your docs will watch the nodules for you--you work on feeling good and your new nutritional plan. I am watching that with interest--keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Cheryl, That really is good news. So glad to hear it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Cheryl, Great to hear good news. I am happy for you. MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niececola Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Hi Cheryl, Very glad to hear this good news! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 The positive words were very welcome to hear. I know the waiting is hard, but just hold on tight. The next appointment will be here before you are ready for it! Wishing the best for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Great way to start the new year...I am very happy for you and look forward to hearing more good news. Peace and blessings, Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Cheryl, This is great news. Just keep on healing and getting better. Prayers for you and yours... God Bless Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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