How about some CT results?

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So before we get into the good stuff here is a little tid bit of info or a joke. Once read you may find a need to shake your head afterwards in question of who would post such a thing.  Well shake away - cause I would and just did.




 



So made it into Toronto last Thursday night for the CT scan and we were able to get some results on Monday.  They are positive - yupp we have SHRINKAGE.  And with shrinkage comes big smiles.  At this stage I am classified as stable as the results are positive but still minor in degree.  From reading the report the lung nodules have stayed the same and the lesions on the liver have decreased in size.  There was also some noticeable reductions in the stranding along with the main tumor in the rectum.  That is very exciting as there has never really been changes in those areas before.    We are very happy with these results in such a short period of time.  Hopefully we can continue with treatments and great results.   Right now medication is on hold while they work on clearing up the skin rash.  It has gotten bad and spread all over.  Met with a dermatologist the other day for a biopsy of the rash to test.  This way they can figure out what medication.  Then the hope is the medication is not a conflict with the trail drugs so we can continue with both.   So fingers crossed everyone and a couple of prayers for compatible medications then continued results.  

Going to go now and have a beer.  (just 1 though) 

Keep on smilin and enjoy'n the sunshine.

jtee

Give a BIG warm welcome to Spring

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  Well the snow has finally gone and made way for the April showers which should bring us some May flowers.   One of our neighbours already has a flower bed full of Daffodils.  They look wonderful and brighten my day when I see this big bunch of hope.  

I am looking forward to having a great summer, lots to do.  A new fishing rod and gear to break in, some craft beers to sample, lazy days in the sun to be had and some washer games to win.   Sounds pretty good to me - all are welcome to join in! 

                                                                                                                              

 The trial treatment is going well.  Driving from KW to Princess Margaret downtown Toronto can be llllloooonnnngggg some days.  Soon the travel will be cut from 1-2 times per week to once every 2 weeks.  I can handle that.   

    Some of the side effects have been tough.  One of the side effects is a acne like rash which of course hit me full force.  For a while there looked like a teenager with an extreme dermatological skin problem.  Then it spread to cover pretty much the entire torso.  Though after a rough weekend of being sick the doc decided to suspend treatment for a week.  Skin cleared up nicely (90% better) and energy levels returned.  Once treatment resumed the rash has returned just not as bad.  At least I get lots of rest, plenty of sleep.  Fatigue is another side effect and is there in full swing as well.  Just taking it all day to day.  Hopeful for the future and looking forward to the upcoming CT Scan.  Going in tonight for the test and should have results within the next 2 weeks.   Will update as soon as we know something.  Fingers crossed and prayers for either stable or reductions - just as long as there is no progression. 


Relay for life this year for me is going to be basic, I will be attending the Kitchener event as a survivor and participating in the survivor lap.  Next year we will look at having Smiley's Sidekicks get together to raise some funds, bring about some awareness and have some fun. 

Donations to the Cancer Society are always needed so if you wish to still do so, as around I am sure there is someone close to you participating in a Relay for Life fundraiser or click  DONATE to connect directly to the Canadian Cancer Society. 

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Keep smilin eveyone

Jtee