Janet B Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I haven't been posting much, but I wanted to give you all an update. After 4 1/2 years of stable and NED, my latest MRI came back with two new spots on my brain. SO, in the morning I head over to the hospital for Gamma Knife. I am very hopeful that this is just a blip in the road and I will be back for another long run of stable. When I was diagnosed I prayed to God to let me see my children graduate college. My youngest graduates in 4 weeks. God is good. peace, Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ts Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Janet, Do you watch Treme? Know what the young girl said at the end of her diatribe? My thoughts. I will be thinking of you tomorrow and let the high tech stuff do its magic. Stephanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric byrne Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Good Morning Janet, Sorry to hear of your test results news,I can guess how you are feeling at this moment,my thoughts and prayers are with you that this "Blip" on your pics,was a couple of dirty smudges on the "Film",or is otherwise innocent.Hope you dont have to wait too long for follow up feedback,please keep in touch,and know we are with you each moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Janet, I think about you all the time and plan some day to go up the East Coast from a NJ trip and visit you and the farm where you volunteer. I am convinced your work at the farm has contributed to your longevity as NED. I am so sorry to hear about this and really do get it. I was devastated when my cancer reappeared after 1 yr in remission. I am encouraged though by the fact that you are eligible for Gamma Knife (like cyber knife?). I do believe that means small and accessible. If it has to be, this sounds like the best possible scenario. Thanks for the update and please do keep us posted. We never forget our friends here no matter how long they are away. Judy in KW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Hi Janet, I wish you the best of results with gamma knife. Good luck! Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud Baker Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Sorry to read this, Janet. Here's hoping you get great results from gamma knife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annette Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Cancer sucks! Stay positive and I look forward to seeing the post letting us know the Gamma Knife was successful and you are ready to beat your first 4 1/2 year record. We of course would love to help you count! Annette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joppette Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Hi Janet, I hope you stay hopeful, as research has shown the gamma knife to be extremely effective in NSCLC. Not only will you see your daughter graduate, but I look forward to pictures of Grandchildren! Blessings and prayers for a successful surgery, and easy recovery. Judy in MI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Janet, Good luck. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Keep remembering what you wrote in your post, God IS good. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Janet, So sorry to read this news. I'm betting though that this is a blip and you will be back for another very long run at stable. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Janet , so sorry you have yet another challenge ahead, but want you to know that you can add my prayers to the rest for much success from your gamma knife. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianew Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Janet - Wishing you the best results from the Gamma Knife and praying that the Blip will be just that - nothing but a Blip. Diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbvh Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Janet, Sorry to hear your news, but glad they can do the gamma knife. Prayers coming your way:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 God IS good, Janet. And gamma knife is GREAT. I'm hoping for the very best outcome to put you back to the status where you've been for the past 4+ years. Yes, I do believe it will happen. Best of luck and keep your chin up. I'll do the heavy lifting of worry for you! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlemike Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Hi Janet,Sorry about the latest news but I am praying that the gamma knife works well for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkala Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Have been thinking of you Janet and hoping the Gamma Knife wa successful and you can get back to being stable. Hope to see an update soon. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 good morning Janet Be glad about the gamma knife. gotta be way better than a sharp knife. If anything like cyberknife, you'll be great. worked for me. I once had something they called a "bleb" is that also a"blip"? good luck Alan , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet B Posted May 4, 2011 Author Share Posted May 4, 2011 First of all, thank you everyone for your kind words and support. Just last night my husband said, "What an amazing resource that site is". You are more than a resource, you are friends who get it and care. I am blessed to have found you. Now for the update. It was not just a blip. When the doctors did the pre-Gamma Knife MRI, they found 3 more spots. They are all dangerously close to the brain's membrane and it is most probably Leptomeningeal Disease. Which, honestly, sucks. Anyway - I am going to post in the General Forum what the plan is and to see if any of you have any input. (haha, honestly took me forever to figure out where to post this - is the General forum really the right spot?, I don't know but I had to pick one and since that one is "general" I figured I couldn't be too wrong!) Meanwhile, I am going to go outside and enjoy my garden. Thank you again, peace - Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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