ginnyd Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Earl had a follow up appt. with his thoracic surgeon the a.m. He told us there was no sign of disease and said "We are pleased with you". Are these wonderful words or what? Earl's surgeon, oncologist and radiation onc. are all at Fox Chase Cancer Center. They take a team approach to treatment and I have found they are all better safe than sorry doctors. Earl will still have the last two taxotere treatments, considered preventative. I asked the dr. about the report from the onc. meeting this week about the increased survival rate for patients having chemo after surgery. He said they have been tracking that since the late 70's at Fox Chase and have seen no scientific data to support that. But he did say that he was glad Earl was doing it since he seemed healthy enough to endure it and that it couldn't hurt. Also, this x-ray to CT debate. The dr. said come back in 4 months with an x-ray. I said please can we have a CT scan. He said Yes but said that really the x-ray and the consultation with the patient would be enough data to know if the LC had returned. But again it goes to my satisfaction with Fox Chase, that he gave me the Rx for the CT scan. (Earl wasn't happy, he would rather have the x-ray - no needles). Too bad my dear, I want you around for a long, long time. I told Earl that his chemo should be over by 7/14 and that he did not have another drs. appt until 9/30. So hopefully we will enjoy our summer. No plans for vaca since Earl is still weak and dizzy, but we see improvement here daily. I wish you all this good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Ginny and Earl, I wish the two of you the very longest lives together. God bless you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Ginny, what great news! I am so happy for you. Enjoy the summer and just relax. All my best to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 I think thats the most fantastic news i have heard on a long time. heres wishing we all hear it soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresca Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Oh gosh that is so wonderful. Man you guys are an inspiration. Keep it up, and keep posting the good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Ginny and Earl, great news. I hope you have a great summer. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anniemac Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Ginny and Earl...wonderful!! The news we all hope to get someday. Enjoy the summer. Annie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Party @ Ginny and Earls house . Congratulations Earl and Ginny!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candy Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Oh Ginny! You and Earl must be beside yourselves with joy! I am dancing in my office right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karma1976 Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 the duke of earl prevails! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 A summer without cancer, that is a vacation. Congratulations to Earl and to you Ginny. You both deserve it Bess B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted June 5, 2003 Share Posted June 5, 2003 Drink it up, this one's for you......Congratulations, keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 What wonderful words to hear after going through so much!!! I cant wait for my father's oncologist to say that to him!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 FANTASTIC !!!! YES, The " DUKE March's on ", Ginny & Earl, enjoy your summer!!!, soooo happy for ya!!! Gog bless and be well Bobmc - NSCLC - stage IIB - left pneumonectomy- 5/02/01 " absolutelu insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 Congrats to you both, Ginny and Earl. Have a great summer. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyB Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 Ginny & Earl, If I could only find my cheerleading outfit I would lead a cheer!!! Have a WONDERFUL summer!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 CONGRATULATIONS!! Or, to put it another way: !!SNOITALUTARGNOC Wishing for equally positive news for all the rest of us this summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 HIP, HIP HORRAY!!!!!!!!!!!! Enjoy the summer!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 Ginny- Great news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11 I think a road trip to the shore, at least for the day! And no, no siblings for this teenager . . .WAY past that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted June 6, 2003 Share Posted June 6, 2003 Ginny & Earl Congratulations!!! That is such wonderful news. Enjoy your summer, and enjoy each other. You remain in my prayers for many years of NED! Carleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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