Hospital Test Results are in - Looks Like I'm in for a Rough Time

by cofty 546 Replies latest members private

  • cofty
    cofty

    Thanks everybody.

    My CT scans show no other secondaries anywhere but since there was one it means that at least one cell escaped, probably via the lymph system, so there may be others.

    The dilemma is whether chemo would improve the chances or not. Apparently there are no big studies on single lung metastases. Secondaries in the liver are far more common.

  • KateWild
    KateWild

    Wow cofty big dilema. I hope you can make a choice with confidence and surity. It's sounds like you are in a bit of a pickle. I have no advice to give, I don't know enough about it. I wish all your family the best during this difficult time, I wish I could remove this dilema you are in. We are rooting for you cofty

    Kate xx

  • Hortensia
    Hortensia

    Maybe, knowing your past reaction to chemo, the doctor can prescribe meds to support your heart/aorta while you take the chemo? Anyway, wishing you the best outcome.

    Keep us posted, please

  • braincleaned
    braincleaned

    Damn! Just read this too!
    We need you, man! All my positive vibes thrown at you!

  • rebel8
    rebel8

    Is surgery an option, or would chemo be it?

  • LV101
    LV101

    Cofty - if I've read this somewhere know you're up to date how chemo in lower/tolerable dosages has proved to be just as successful while controlling your spasms w/other med? - sounds like you're healthy enough!

    Stay positive.

  • krejames
    krejames

    Thinking of you Cofty and sending more positive vibes your way. xx

  • rip van winkle
    rip van winkle

    Thinking about you and wishing you the best, Cofty

  • tenyearsafter
    tenyearsafter

    I don't know if they have made it to the UK, but here in the U.S. there are some new drugs ( EGFR inhibitors) that have a significant success rate without many of the negative symptoms of chemo. Don't know your exact situation, but might be worth a look. Best of luck with your treatment choices!

  • LV101
    LV101

    Cofty - think about checking out the cancer clinic in Houston. Europeans stay alive and use that great treatment center.

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