Whatever it takes.
I spoke with one of Dr. Fox's nurse practitioners today. It seems that everybody is out on vacation this week except for Dr. Fox. Wonderful. Anyway, she said that the fact that the tumor markers doubled was just too signficant, and that alone warranted a change in treatment. The physical exam and pain from last week just further underscored the need for a change. She said it isn't useful at this point to do a CT because the huge tumor marker jump is enough, and the CT would just delay treatment.
The treatment is going to be harsh, I think. She said it's not as bad as Adrimycin/Cytoxan; nothing could be as bad as that. But I'm pretty sure I'm going to be feeling like crap. Still, my goal is to find the right treatment, the one that will start reversing the tumor and get it stabilized. Whatever it takes.
So tomorrow I'll meet with Dr. Fox, ask him more questions, and most likely start this new treatment. Hopefully, this will be the one.
The treatment is going to be harsh, I think. She said it's not as bad as Adrimycin/Cytoxan; nothing could be as bad as that. But I'm pretty sure I'm going to be feeling like crap. Still, my goal is to find the right treatment, the one that will start reversing the tumor and get it stabilized. Whatever it takes.
So tomorrow I'll meet with Dr. Fox, ask him more questions, and most likely start this new treatment. Hopefully, this will be the one.
posted by Rachel Troxell at 2:43 PM
5 Comments:
I've been thinking of you Rachel. Please let me know if you need anything at all.
Stephanie C.
The RI Pets thoughts are with you. Our love is focussed on your healing... Russell, Karen, Jacob, and Anna
Gee, it sure is easier to cheer when the news is good and you're at the top of the mountain. Your friends are down in the valley with you now and we will be with you in spirit no matter how long it takes to get back on top!
Much love,
Mina
You're in my thoughts and prayers every day. I envy your strength, focus and positive attitude. I'm hopeful this will be the right treatment. Sending love and positive thoughts your way.
Rachel,
I hope this treatment proves to be the right one. We all think about you and pray for you every day. Hang in there we are here with you every step of the way.
Barb
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