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Monday, February 8, 2010

Health Update

Here's a brief update on my health issues. I've been having abdominal pain for a few weeks so I called +he doctor and she had me come in for a CT scan. I did that last Friday and went in to talk with her today. When comparing this most recent CT scan to previous ones it looks like the tumor has grown slightly. So we talked about the options for treatment. There are three clinical trials that I qualify for right now or we could always try traditional/standard chemotherapy. I've read through the information related to all those treatment options and now I'm trying to determine the risk/benefit ratio for each. Some of the possible side effects are pretty scary. I need to talk to the Hubby and I'll probably call my sister and see what she thinks, although that's hard to share all that info over the phone. So I'll let you know what I decide. At least the abdominal pain has subsided a little and I was able to eat some oatmeal and veggie soup today. You've gotta take it one day at a time.:)

Okay on to happier subjects - how about a FREEBIE - can I get a YEAH?



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12 comments:

  1. I hope everything works out well for you

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  2. Good Luck...I'll be saying a prayer for you.

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  3. You know, KNOW, KNOW I'm thinking of you. Please let me know if I can do anything. I mean that.

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  4. You're in my thoughts and prayers!!!!

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  5. My prayers are full of you tonight. Please keep us posted.

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  6. Oh hunny! You're in my thoughts. Sounds like you're up against some pretty difficult decisions. If you need an ear, please know that I'm here for you.

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  7. I have you in my thoughts and prayers.

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  8. I know wat it is. :( Hugs and prayers!

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  9. (((hugs))) I admire your courage and honesty. You are in my prayers.

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  10. Just wanted you to know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.

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  11. oh hunnie, i cant give you a hug when i know you could really use one! My thoughts are with you....take care of yourself!

    Great big cyber hug!

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  12. My heart is in my throat as I pray for you Shelly. I know it's hard but it does help (if only your mind) to stay positive and do as much laughing as possible, even when you just want to curl up in a little corner.
    Take care and know that you're in all of our thoughts over at MLAS :) xoxoxox

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