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Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 4:08 pm
by Shana
I had a CT scan Friday morning, my last one was three months ago before surgery. My oncologist called me in the afternoon to share the good news so I wouldn't have to wait until next Tuesday for results.

Liver mets have shrunk by a cm or so and the blockage is no longer there so all indications are that the Irinotecan and Erbitux regimen are working! I've only had 4 treatments at half dose so far. I'm hopeful that the next CT will show more shrinkage as treatment continues. It's been hard to stay positive after a rough start this year with Folfox. I know that it's a very long road ahead, I've read so many stories from other board members. All of them are inspiring, some I want to cheer and some bring a tear to my eyes.

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Re: Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 4:17 pm
by Lee
CONGRATULATION :D

Shrinkage is ALWAYS good news. Keep it up,

Lee

Re: Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 4:21 pm
by Maia
Congratulations!! So happy that such innovative combination is working for you. Keep going, every day there are steps forward a durable response, even a cure.

Re: Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 4:50 pm
by Volfan
Congratulations
Great news!!!

Re: Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 5:03 pm
by Robino1
Such awesome news!

Mine is shrinking also. Or in the words of my oncologist: They are melting!

I've only had 5 rounds of chemo and the progress is VERY encouraging. I do know how you are feeling right now and I love it! :)

Re: Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 6:04 pm
by NHMike
Shana wrote:I had a CT scan Friday morning, my last one was three months ago before surgery. My oncologist called me in the afternoon to share the good news so I wouldn't have to wait until next Tuesday for results.

Liver mets have shrunk by a cm or so and the blockage is no longer there so all indications are that the Irinotecan and Erbitux regimen are working! I've only had 4 treatments at half dose so far. I'm hopeful that the next CT will show more shrinkage as treatment continues. It's been hard to stay positive after a rough start this year with Folfox. I know that it's a very long road ahead, I've read so many stories from other board members. All of them are inspiring, some I want to cheer and some bring a tear to my eyes.

I hope everyone has a great weekend!


Thanks. That is inspiring.

Re: Positive News

Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2017 7:46 pm
by Shana
Thank you everyone! I know it's just one step forward but it feels good to finally take that step!

I hope everyone receives some positive news soon too. It helps keep hope alive and makes me appreciate each day!

:D

Re: Positive News

Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2017 3:21 pm
by DarknessEmbraced
Congratulations, that's wonderful news! :D