Geoff Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Hello All, I finally have read and gone over all of mom’s reports (CT and MRI) have received even more good news! In the brain mom is down to 4 small tumors (she started with 12+) they are all under a cm. Now on to the rest of her body: The tumor in her adrenal gland has disappeared, and all of the lymph nodes have cleared up to a large extent to the point where they recommend a pet scan to see what’s going on! The rest of her body other than the bones remains clear! I have spoken to several docs about what’s going on in her lung as late as yesterday. The consensus seems to be that they are not quite sure. There are a lot of changes and inflammation from the chest radiation that make it very hard to see what’s going on. They can’t really see the tumor in her right lung and the lung is showing improved aeration (at one point it was completely blocked from the tumor) so at the very least there is improvement. She still has a large pleural effusion and a medium sized pericardial effusion and her lower right lung remains collapsed. We’ve seen a pulmonary specialist about draining the lung so that remains an option, but he seemed to indicate that unless there are real symptoms from the pleural effusion leave it alone. He said that draining it might help the lung re-inflate, but then again it might not (by the way I’ll take a doc who is admits he doesn’t know over one who thinks he knows everything any day ). I’ll be doing more research into that issue. Mom is doing very well physically and spiritually right now and the entire family thanks you all for the prayers and good wishes. I firmly believe it is the prayers and God’s grace that are getting us through this. I also want to take the opportunity to say thank you to Rick and Katie and everyone on the board for offering love, support, and guidance as we go through this ordeal. I have changed a lot for the better after mom’s diagnosis and you all have been a big part of that. Melinda and I think about and pray for you all daily. God bless, Geoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Hi Geoff, That's wonderful news! So glad for your mom, you and Melinda. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bean_si (Not Active) Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Fantastic news! Great! Joyful! Yea! My prayers to you, your Mom and Melinda. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Thanks for the news of your mom, Geoff. Sounds mighty good. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted August 2, 2004 Share Posted August 2, 2004 Geoff, I am thrilled to hear that your mother is doing so well and that the reports showed so much improvement. It's really refreshing to hear some good news. God bless you, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted August 2, 2004 Share Posted August 2, 2004 Geoff, So glad to hear your good news! I had been wondering about you and Melinda, as I haven't seen you posting lately. Good to know that things are going better. Hugs and a Happy Dance going out for all of you! Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted August 2, 2004 Share Posted August 2, 2004 Geoff, Nice to hear from you two. I am glad your mother is doing better and hope she continues to improve. Tell Melinda we all said hello. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 2, 2004 Share Posted August 2, 2004 Geoff, Thank is wonderful news! Tell mom congratulations from all of us here, and give her a big hug, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted August 4, 2004 Share Posted August 4, 2004 Glad your mom is doing well. It's a blessing that she has a strong support system. Will pray that improvement will continue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted August 4, 2004 Share Posted August 4, 2004 So glad for you all. Keep up the good work Mom! Love from Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 I'm always very happy to hear such a good report. I can almost "see" the smile on your face as you typed this. Give Mom my best and let her know how happy we are that she is doing well....seeing improvement! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 Good news!! Congrats Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alisa Posted August 9, 2004 Share Posted August 9, 2004 Hi Geoff. I just read this. That is good news! I never checked the Good News forum before. I think I'll make it a habit now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted August 9, 2004 Share Posted August 9, 2004 Geoff I keep missing posts somehow. Thanks for sharing the good news! Actually your post brought tears to my eyes. You certainly have had to do a lot of growing up, I'm sure. love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted August 10, 2004 Share Posted August 10, 2004 Dear Geoff and Melinda, Thats wonderful and encouraging news!!!! Yes, you can hear your happiness right through the puter Give Mom a hug for us and tell her to keep doing what ever it is she is doing!!! God Bless You All, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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