After a full day of waiting, it was great to finally receive some good news.
The bone scan this morning started with a 6:30 AM dose of nuclear medicine and the scan at 8:30. It was easy peasey, and I nearly fell asleep from the warm blanket. I believe I may glow in the dark after that. The doctor had tried to schedule all of my other tests on the same day, but was unsuccessful. So, we ended up with a long wait to see the oncologist. The other tests will have to wait, but it wasn’t imperative to the diagnosis at this point. We sat in the Waterfall Cafe and pretended like this was an ordinary work day at our favorite cafe. This helped with the wait, and our spirits have remained high.
The doctor presented my case to a multi-disciplinary team including a radiology oncologist, breast surgeon, plastic surgeon, and a couple of others I can’t recall. The big question was whether this was inflammatory breast cancer, the worst kind, or cancer that has been growing for a while. Since I had symptoms that I recognized in May (even though they did not show up on the ultrasound at that time), and a few other reasons, the team concurred that I do not have inflammatory breast cancer, but rather symptoms that are secondary to an aggressive cancer. That was great news!
More good news…bone scan is clean! The CT found a small spot on my lung which they will look at again in three months, but it looks like a non-cancerous inflammation such as an infection. Thank God there are no signs of metastasis! That was a relief and a huge answer to prayer!
The doctor gave me a hug as we walked out the door.
I am one of the 20% of women who are triple positive (ER, PR, and HER). So I will start chemotherapy and Herceptin beginning next week. Chemotherapy for 6 months followed by a mastectomy, followed by radiation. In addition, I will have to stay on Herceptin for a year. Doctors and nurses will become a part of my new social network. We got a message from one of our friends whose doctor is Dr. Valero. He is a Christian and believes in the Healer. That was a blessing to hear! We have his encouragement as we go on a trip for the Christmas holidays. So, we are heading out as I type, to visit our family and friends in Florida. Perhaps we will see some of you there!
Until then…Keep praying – it works!
So great to hear some good news!! Will pray for the chemo treatments to do what they are supposed to do w/o being too hard you. Hope you have a great Christmastime in Florida!
Thanks Kathy! I think the radiation will be harder than the chemo, but we will take it one day at a time. I’ll call you soon.
Cindy
Hey Cindy. I’m glad that you have some positive news!
I’m sending you all the positive vibes I can as they have a long way to travel before they reach you, but luckily by then you’ll be in Florida which is closer! Take care. Love to you 😉
Hi Caroline!
I will take all the positive vibes I can get. I’m sure you will be back in the USA soon enough so they won’t have as far to travel. 🙂 Have a Happy New Year!
Wonderful news as far as treatment! Prayers are working. Will keep them coming! Enjoy your time in Florida. Give everyone hugs for us.
Thanks Patty! Sorry I didn’t reply earlier, but I did read your comment and said hello with lots of hugs. 🙂
Hope to see you soon. Cindy
Hey Cindy,
I am so very glad that things are looking more postive! I’ve been thinking and praying for you since I heard. My prayers will continue to pray for good news and comfort for you, Tim, and the kids. God is GOOD!!
Thanks Stephanie! Love you! We appreciate all the prayers. Hug and kiss the kids for me. XXOO
Awesome God!
Yes He is. 🙂
Who would have thought our perspective could change so quickly. We now see the bright lining in the cloud. You are the Rainbow, Cindy. No doubt our Lord saw your faith in the midst of the storm and was thrilled! So are we! Love you!
Jena,
You have been my silver lining. I truly appreciate your friendship now and forever! 😉
Good news. Will be continuing to pray for you. Enjoy your time in Florida. Greetings to your Mom
Thanks Juli!
This is good news Cindy 🙂
Yes it is. 🙂
Glad to hear the good news and good spirits. How long will you be in Florida? We are heading down on the 28th until Jan 10th. Enjoy your trip and the holidays. Tell you mom I said Hi!
Cindy
Hi Cindy,
I tried to reply earlier and lost my login. We were only there for a week since I had an appointment yesterday. We just missed you I believe. I hope you have a good time. Enjoy the weather!
So happy that you received good news. Will continue to pray for peace in the midst of the storm. Love you
Thanks Maria! I’m sorry we missed you in Florida. Maybe next time. 🙁 Love you! XXOO