DaveGr Posted August 10, 2004 Share Posted August 10, 2004 Hi everyone. I haven't been here for awhile and after hearing the bad news about David Arley, I thought that it is time to update you on what is happening with me. As most of you know I have had a string of stable scans, every month from January through June. The string ended with the July Scan, as one of the tumors in the lower lobe of my right lung, has started growing. I am to be scanned next Tuesday, August 17, to determine the rate of growth. I will be discussing treatment options with Dr. Schiller, following the scan. The treatment options will be based upon the growth rate of the tumor. I have asked to go into another trial and I am sure that is the direction that Dr. Schiller will go with me. Dr. Schiller is confident that we got this early and that I will respond to treatment. I will make an effort to keep all of you up to date as things transpire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted August 10, 2004 Share Posted August 10, 2004 Dave, I sure am glad to hear from you. I have been thinking about you and will say a good prayer for you my friend. Glad your still around. I hope the trial is the ticket for you!!!!! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bean_si (Not Active) Posted August 10, 2004 Share Posted August 10, 2004 Prayers and crossed fingers and good luck to you, Dave. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 David, Good to hear from you. Praying the treatment Dr. Schiller decides for will be successful... God Bless, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candy Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Hey Dave, Sorry to hear your news isn't the greatest. I think about you often as you were among the first to post to me when I first joined after Hugh was diagnosed. I know you can continue to win this battle. Do you have any specific trials in mind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Thanks for the update, David. Sounds hopeful. Best to you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 David, thank you so much for the update. Try to keep us up. If you have a hard time, you can e-mail me and I can keep the board posted, if you need anything. Please take care of yourself, keep swingin'. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Good hearing from you!! I know you e-mailed Rick, but I'm glad you posted today. Keeping you in our prayers and hopeful for some good results for you very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Dave, I too am hopeful that you caught this thing early. Let us know which trial etc you decide to use. Its good to hear from you and know that you are ok. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Hoping and praying for the best, Dave. Glad to see your name back here on the list of posts. Take care, Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 So good to hear from you Dave. Please keep in touch with us and keep us updated on your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Sounds like you've nabbed the monster with his toe in the door - now let 'em have it big time. Good luck and keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Hi Dave, Praying for slow rate of growth and a trial that gets you and NED together!! God Bless You, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Dave, We'll be praying that this latest development is a simply a minor setback and you will be back on the course feelin' like a million bucks in no time flat. Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Wishing you all the best Dave. Good to see you back on. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brm1949 Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Dave, prayers your way that treastment works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveGr Posted August 11, 2004 Author Share Posted August 11, 2004 Thanks everybody. As most of you know, and I don't know how many times I have stressed this, support is one of the most important tools in beating lung cancer. I have been on both sides of the support and may be on the side needing support again. I also have some good news. I am starting a new lung cancer support group in Baraboo, WI, where I live. I have been working on this for about two months, through the local hospital administrator, whom I got to know through Kiwanis, as we are both members of the local club. We will start meeting in September. I will also continue with the Lung Cancer group at the University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center. That is one other thing I like to suggest. Those of you with lung cancer, if you are not able to work, find something worthwhile to get involved in. Being active helps past the time, and being involved in other things, besides things relating to lung cancer, gives you the opportunity to maybe getting away from lung cancer for a while. Many times we get so involved with lung cancer, we don't live our lives as we should. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Dear Dave, I'm keeping everything crossed that the trial will be exceptionally successful and that you'll nail the monster right at the beginning. And how wonderful about your support group. You're so right about the need to get involved in something other than worrying about the next test, treatment or symptom. We have a cancer support group in our area but nothing specifically for lung cancer. I wonder how many other people are out around here with lung cancer and knowing nothing about this board or any other support mechanisms other than their oncologist. I'm going to speak to the oncologist about it -- perhaps they'd be willing to put up a poster with a blurb about the board, at least -- it'd be a start. Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 Dave, So good to hear from you again. I'd been wondering how my fellow Packer fan was doing and keeping you in my prayers. I'll keep that up with a special focus on your August 17 appointment. God bless~ Karen M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted August 11, 2004 Share Posted August 11, 2004 David, It was wonderful to get your update, just wish it were better news. I am happy to hear that your doctor is discussing options.... Daddy had a similar scan in July just a "hairs" worth of growth, he began Iressa 4 days ago, so we are all keeping everything crossed!! I continue to pray for you as always... Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 Dave, Glad you let us know how you're doing. And don't be such a stranger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 Sorry about the scan----don't be such a stranger. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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