kimblanchard Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 Hi friends, Just thought I would give you an update. We went to IU Med Center (where Lance Armstrong was treated) and Bill was accepted into the TLK286 trial. We are excited to begin but frustrated that we must wait another 2 weeks to start. Evidentally there is a 3 week period betwen stopping Iressa and entering into this clinical trial. Since Bill just stopped it last week that means two more weeks of waiting. OH WELL WHAT CAN WE DO..... For those of you who are interested - here is the link for the clinical trial: http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/show/N ... 01?order=1 It is a combo chemo trial - TLK286 with taxotere. In trials done alone with TLK286, we were quoted a 50% success rate! The oncologist there feels strongly that when combined with Taxotere, the results may prove to be even more successful. I'm feeling very encouraged once more and just had to share. Blessings to you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresca Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 That is incredible news, and so very promising. I will pray that your outcome on this will be unbelievably positive. You keep strong and positive Peg. Your an inspiration to me. ((((PEG)))) GOD BLESS YOU AND BILL AND YOUR DAUGHTER!!!!!!!! Rana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 Peg VERY encouraging news. Please keep us posted on this new avenue of treatment. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol Lee S Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 Wonderful news never give up there is always hope. There are so many avenues for us to try, we have to stay ontop of everything. Sending special prayers for good results. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy O. Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 Great news. You are all in my prayers. Hoping for success with this new treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 What wonderful and encouraging news! I will keep you and your family in my prayers for success! Never give up hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdaW Posted June 11, 2003 Share Posted June 11, 2003 Dear Peg, This is really great! Taxotere is being used more and more these days. I believe I read where it is now used as a first line chemo for NSCLC. I am so happy to hear your hopeful news. Ada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrie Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 Peg - MIRACLES happen every day!! What great and promising news! I am sure the wait will be hard - but I will keep on praying that you will have those wonderful results!! Prayers are going up tonight on the wings of angels for Bill!! Terrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 Great news Peg! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 Peg, that is great news! Here's praying this is the treatment that does the job. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 Great news Peg !! Your a fighter!! keep it up! You and Bill will continue to be in my prayers. God bless and be well Bobmc - NSCLC- stage IIB - left pneumonectomy - 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted June 12, 2003 Author Share Posted June 12, 2003 Great news Peg! Keep up the positive spirit...my prayers will continue! Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayroy Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 Good luck peg. I also read about this clinical trial. Do keep us updated and be happy that there is still hope! In the meantime keep your husband eating well and in good spirits!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 You guys are awesome!!! Keep up the fight. God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted June 12, 2003 Share Posted June 12, 2003 Peg, Best wishes to you and Bill as you begin this new treatment. I will pray extra hard that it is a success and that Bill will be feeling better. (((((((((Hugs)))))))) and blessings to you and your family. Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted June 13, 2003 Share Posted June 13, 2003 Peg, this is such great news, thanks for sharing the info with us. Im going to click on the link you provided, just wanted to tell you how happy I am for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyd Posted June 13, 2003 Share Posted June 13, 2003 Dear Peg, What wonderful news. It seems that every day there is exciting news about treatments for LC. May this treatment answer your prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted June 13, 2003 Share Posted June 13, 2003 This is the one Peg,,,,,,I can feel it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DaveG Posted June 14, 2003 Share Posted June 14, 2003 Peg: Good news. Too bad about the proverbial waiting game. IU is another Big Ten Medical Center. We may be competative in sports, but I know the big cancer centers communicate with each other, mostly on line. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted June 14, 2003 Share Posted June 14, 2003 Hi Peg, It sounds promising..Its good to know there are many options..Good luck..l Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted June 16, 2003 Author Share Posted June 16, 2003 Peg This is really wonderful. I was on Taxotere and have been in remission for 1 1/2 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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