Don Wood Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 We went to see the onc today. He seemed pleased that Lucie is taking the chemo well. He decided to do treatment 7 and 8, and then do a PET scan, since that is what detected the new places. Lucie asked what if this hasn't worked. He said there are more options, including the new drug, Alimta (I felt so smart that I knew that one from the board here). Her sweats have gone down significantly, but not completely. He suggested the Effexor dose be raised from 37.5mg to 75mg, the normal dose. We will do that, starting tomorrow. So far, so good. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Overall, sounds pretty good to me. Alimta and I got along pretty good, through two cycles I was stable and experienced very few side effects. The GREAT thing about Alimta is the time element ...30 minute IV dosage time!!! That otta put a smile on Lucie's face jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Lucie is such a trooper!! And you are a great caregiver to her! Glad to hear that things are going well for her. Please tell Lucie that I think of her often and wish her well!!! Ya' know Don, I believe this is one of those occassions that call for a new outfit off the net!! Lucie, I'm trying to help all I can. Us girls have to stick together. In my thoughts and prayers~~~ Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Sounds great! Hang in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Good for Lucie. Let her that the chemo WILL work, but it's always good to have a "back-up"! TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Alright, more good news, hugs and a Happy Dance going out to you Don and Lucie!! Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Don, That's good news.Give Lucie a great big ATTA GIRL for me.Hopefully the other options won't be needed but it's good they are available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Hi Lucie and Don, I don't often post, but I want you to know that reading about Lucie's progress always gives me a good feeling. Don , you and Lucie seem to always dwell on the positive. I also want to add that warmth and caring for others radiates from your posts. I'm so glad to hear that Lucie is tolerating her chemo well at this point and it is always good to know that if this doesn't work you have a back up. Every case of cancer is so different, but my husband Mike seems to be following in your footsteps for treatment these days. Taxotere was working for a while, but it quit for him. He is now on Navelbine... 2 treatments so far and tolerating it well. His onc. also said we will keep Alimta in mind as an option . He laughed as we left and told us our reading assignments were to read about Navelbine and Alimta. My best to Lucie. Will keep monitoring her progress. God Bless you both. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 So glad to read this, Don. Your posts always put a smile on my face. Blessings, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Great news Don and Lucie!! Praying for this to work! Love, Nell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Don, I am so glad that Lucie is doing so well. How are you doing??? My hopes and prayers are with Lucie for a complete response to the chemo. David C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindseysmom Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Glad to see Lucie is doing so well with chemo. Best wishes, Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrie Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Hi Don - Glad to hear the good news. Please know you all are in my prayers. carrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Glad Lucie is doing well with the chemo. And it's always nice to know there's something else in the wings if needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Don and Lucie, Bless you both~!! Keep on truckin'......... XOXOXOXOX MaryAnn Prayers always... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Don, My thoughts and prayers are with the both of you for the best of results. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Great news Don and Lucie . We're all celebrating with you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinaresholz Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Don and Lucie, I'm so glad the chemo is going well. Sending up prayers for you and Lucie. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Don, I will continue to keep Lucie in my prayers that THIS chemo is exactly what she needs and that the scan in a few weeks is negative. Its always good to have a backup....keep on smiling Lucie....I think you have it licked this time. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Don, It sounds like you are moving in the right direction. It is always good to hear that the doctors have yet another plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 What good news, Don. I'm so happy for you both. Let us know how the increased doses work. Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Don and Lucie-- I am so happy to read your post; hip, hip, horray for when the onc. is pleased!!! I can't wait to tell Geoff when he calls tonight. A 30 min. IV dosage time DOES sound grand!!! We'll be doing a happy dance for you both. Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted September 12, 2004 Share Posted September 12, 2004 Hope that PET scan will bring good news for you and Lucie Don! Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted September 13, 2004 Share Posted September 13, 2004 Hey there Don and Lucie. Don, you continue to be the caregiver's caregiver. You not only stay ahead of the oncologist with the new treatments, but you take such good care of your dear Lucie, AND have time to be a great inspiration to all, and answer pretty well EVERY post in EVERY forum on this message board. Here's to Lucie's chemo being VERY successful, and to you Don -- don't forget to get some downtime in for yourself. Take care. David P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy P Posted September 13, 2004 Share Posted September 13, 2004 Don - Glad to hear that Lucie is tolerating the treatments so well. Will be hoping to hear good news after the PET! Much Love, Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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