elnodel Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 We all know that the best word in the English language is “benign”. Well, that was not to be, but we’ll settle for the second best: NED! Len had a CT scan yesterday, having had his last chemo on Aug. 30th. The oncologist called today and said what we were longing to hear – No Evidence of Disease – and I am quoting! He said that there was not even any scarring in the lung, although there was a little fluid in the bottom of the right lung – something he said was nothing to worry about. Don’t know what might be causing that – any ideas? At any rate, we’re going ahead with the rest of the tests and discussions that have been scheduled, a Pulmonary Function Test next Tuesday, then a meeting with a radiation oncologist the following Tuesday, culminating with our crucial meeting with our regular oncologist to decide whether or not to pursue radiation. It’s a difficult decision since it might put the proverbial nail in the coffin for any errant cells still lurking in the chest area, but the side effects sound somewhat ominous. Our onc. said this particular radiation onc. was exceptionally good at sorting out complex or dicey cases, and that the entire medical team would reassemble to thrash out a recommendation. So I don’t know which way we’ll go, but it’s nice to have a choice! We’re both breathing much easier (all that holding one’s breath takes it toll) and feeling that we really have something to celebrate tonight when the eve of the Jewish New Year rolls around. Maybe the habitual greeting at this time of year – “a happy and a healthy . . .” will actually have some relevance! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 Yippee!!! :) :) :) What WONDERFUL news! Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hebbie Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 Wonderful, wonderful news!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrie Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 Congratulations - That is WONDERFUL NEWS. Carrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 ellen, i am so happy for you and your family! we all support whatever your family chooses to do (i.e. regarding radiation). God bless, mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 NED, what a wonderful sound! Celebrate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 Thats so great!! Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 Ellen and Len I am so happy for both of you! love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 great news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 O how we like NED! Sounds like real good news to me. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted September 15, 2004 Share Posted September 15, 2004 Oh Ellen.. How wonderful!!!!! You and Len have a great celebration. Thanking God for your news! Love, Nell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 Ellen, I am very happy to hear this good news.Go out and celebrate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 HURRAY! Can't think of a more welcome guest for he Holiday's than NED. May he stay for many many years to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 Add a room to your house so NED can stay for an extra long time.....maybe 20 years or so. Celebrate...you deserve to have a little rest and some deep breaths. Congratulations! Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 Wow! I long to hear those wonderful words myself. God is Great! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 AWESOME NEWS God Bless You, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dede Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 Great news and a cause for celebration! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 Glad to hear things are going well. It's great that a pulmonologist is going to be involved in the decision. That way, if there is any question of adverse lung effects, the pulmonologist will be able to track it closely. Best wishes for great treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayFrog Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 wonderful news!! have a happy and healthy New Year......celebrate!! Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 Wonderful News!!!!! I hope NED stays with you for a loooooong time. I will get my resuts from the Doc today from my tests. Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted September 16, 2004 Author Share Posted September 16, 2004 Thank you everyone -- it has been a happy 24 hours around this house. Len is definitely back to his old feisty self -- this took a weight of considerably more than several tons off of his mind! And Rachel, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you. Let us know what the tests show! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 HAPPY DANCE, HAPPY DANCE!! AWESOME NEWS, AWESOME NEWS! Happy for you BOTH!!! Continued good health LEN!! ((((LEN & ELLEN))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 Congratulations! I'm really, really delighted for you Shirl (UK) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 Terrific news you guys, brings a smile to my face! Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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