Pet Scan
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Getting antsy...
I think everything you are going through now is normal for all of us prior to any type of scan. I know I'm fine until a few days before a CT scan and then all of the "what ifs" sneak up on me.
I will be praying for a clean PET scan.
Stay well and stay calm,
Glenna0 -
Wishing You a Clean PetJUDYV5 said:It is normal
It is normal to be nervous - it makes it even better when you get the NED.
and NED!0 -
Hoping Things Continue to Go Well
Yep - we hope we're just paranoid, but are irritated by our paranoia. Two weeks will seem like a long time 'til your tests, I sure. How long after testing will you get results? Sending you the comforting thoughts I wish I'd gifted to myself before my three month scans this summer. Do well.0 -
Load up on Anti-Oxidants
Hi Denis, know the feeling as am scheduled for PET/CT 28th September. My last was mid December 2009 after finishing treatment early October 2009. Jitters are normal especially from the time you finish the Scan till the results come in.
The only thing you might consider is loading up on Anti-Oxidants from a couple of weeks before your PET to help reduce any negative effects of the Scan from the Xray and the FDG. Also cut our all sugars a day or two before and follow the dietary instructions they give you to allow for a more accurate result. Drink heaps of water as soon as you finish the scan to help flush out the residual tracer.
I am wish you get the good news of NED.
Regds
Scambuster0 -
More Than Antsy
I was really nervous prior to my last PET which was my first annual as well... I'm not sure why other than I picked up a bug or something a few weeks before and that made my neck and throat really sore.
Anyways the PET came back clean and I was good to go.
One thing you can do to at least possibly give you some relief on the anxiety during the scan and your MD follow-up. You can request a copy from the facility doing it. I know that mine was available the same day they release it to the MD that ordered it, about three days after doing the scan.
So that gave it to me about a week or so before my follow-up appointment with the MD. They gave me a call and when I picked it up, they had the report and two CD's with the CT/PET.
It was written in enough laymans terms that I could read there was no evidense of disease and that there was improvement since the last scan as for swelling and healing from the radiation.
Best,
John0 -
NervousSkiffin16 said:More Than Antsy
I was really nervous prior to my last PET which was my first annual as well... I'm not sure why other than I picked up a bug or something a few weeks before and that made my neck and throat really sore.
Anyways the PET came back clean and I was good to go.
One thing you can do to at least possibly give you some relief on the anxiety during the scan and your MD follow-up. You can request a copy from the facility doing it. I know that mine was available the same day they release it to the MD that ordered it, about three days after doing the scan.
So that gave it to me about a week or so before my follow-up appointment with the MD. They gave me a call and when I picked it up, they had the report and two CD's with the CT/PET.
It was written in enough laymans terms that I could read there was no evidense of disease and that there was improvement since the last scan as for swelling and healing from the radiation.
Best,
John
I'm like John. I had one pet shortly after treatment and ironically my next scan will be on the 7th of December. The day I first went to my primary care doc after noticing the lump on my neck was Dec. 7th, 2009. So I guess it will kind of be like 1 year for me. Really only 8 months post treatment, but I am already nervous.
Best,
Steve0 -
pet scanstevenl said:Nervous
I'm like John. I had one pet shortly after treatment and ironically my next scan will be on the 7th of December. The day I first went to my primary care doc after noticing the lump on my neck was Dec. 7th, 2009. So I guess it will kind of be like 1 year for me. Really only 8 months post treatment, but I am already nervous.
Best,
Steve
Thanks all, I know there is over-reaction until I think what if, I have a sweet tooth so will have to lay off that stuff from here on in. Not sure when I get the results. The scan is at 10am and I have an appointment with the Oncologist the same day at 2:30pm, is it possible he will have the results by then? I feel pretty good for 66 and having gone thru a quad by-pass, a mild stroke and carotid artery surgery and the cancer all in an 18 month period. Still sucks though. Denis0 -
ScamScambuster said:Load up on Anti-Oxidants
Hi Denis, know the feeling as am scheduled for PET/CT 28th September. My last was mid December 2009 after finishing treatment early October 2009. Jitters are normal especially from the time you finish the Scan till the results come in.
The only thing you might consider is loading up on Anti-Oxidants from a couple of weeks before your PET to help reduce any negative effects of the Scan from the Xray and the FDG. Also cut our all sugars a day or two before and follow the dietary instructions they give you to allow for a more accurate result. Drink heaps of water as soon as you finish the scan to help flush out the residual tracer.
I am wish you get the good news of NED.
Regds
Scambuster
It's me again.
1.What antioxidants and
2.what dietary instructions? Cant say we've ever heard of this prior to scaning.
'We'have our next scan in a month exactly.
Hope youre doing well.
Who's the little one in the pic?
Clear0 -
Hi denistd
Remember last month when I was do for my PET you were the one saying don’t worry, I think it is normal to worries a little before a PET. Remember I failed the first 5 years of PET scans but they don’t matter anymore only the last one that said I am clean matters. I will be hoping and praying for you too my friend0 -
PetHondo said:Hi denistd
Remember last month when I was do for my PET you were the one saying don’t worry, I think it is normal to worries a little before a PET. Remember I failed the first 5 years of PET scans but they don’t matter anymore only the last one that said I am clean matters. I will be hoping and praying for you too my friend
You are absolutely right Hondo, not so brave when it comes to myself, had my grandson for the day today so did not have time to think about it, he wore me out, just 4 with a new bike we got him. Thanks Hondo for bringing me round the right way. God bless0 -
Knowdenistd said:Pet
You are absolutely right Hondo, not so brave when it comes to myself, had my grandson for the day today so did not have time to think about it, he wore me out, just 4 with a new bike we got him. Thanks Hondo for bringing me round the right way. God bless
that many of us are in your boat, Denistd. My one year PS/CT was in April, and I was a bit antsy about any return. Thing is- even if it does come back: you've been thru it once, so you'll be better able to handle it a second time; and, the getting of regular PS/CT, like we do, means if anything shows it will be early, and that'll make it easier for the Drs. to ace the second time. Of course, the second time ain't gonna happen.
Believe
kcass0 -
AntioxidantsClearblue said:Scam
It's me again.
1.What antioxidants and
2.what dietary instructions? Cant say we've ever heard of this prior to scaning.
'We'have our next scan in a month exactly.
Hope youre doing well.
Who's the little one in the pic?
Clear
Hi CB, good to see you back.
My list of Antioxidants is as follows:
Vit C (2g /day)
Vit B complex (Esp B12)
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Co-enzyme Q10
Omega 3,6,9 EFA Fish oil
Vitamin E
Selenium
Grape Seed Extract
Ginko Biloba
Antioxidants scavenge free radicals and so help protect the body from such FR's we get from the FDG used in PET/CT and also from the radiation from the X-Rays.
While most Doctors say the PET/CT is not harmfull, it definitely is not good for you so my view is if we have to get them, do whatever to reduce any possible harmful effects.
Scam
P.S. that's my little girl on her 3rd b'day at the zoo. We got up close and personal with the Tigers.0 -
pet scanKent Cass said:Know
that many of us are in your boat, Denistd. My one year PS/CT was in April, and I was a bit antsy about any return. Thing is- even if it does come back: you've been thru it once, so you'll be better able to handle it a second time; and, the getting of regular PS/CT, like we do, means if anything shows it will be early, and that'll make it easier for the Drs. to ace the second time. Of course, the second time ain't gonna happen.
Believe
kcass
Well tomorrow morning is the pet. have been on a diet for the last couple of days and drinking plenty of water. I think I will find out the results on the same day, I re[port at 10:15am and after prep I will have the scan around 12 noon and then an appointment with the radiology onc at 2:30pm. Will post as soon as I get home. Thanks for all the support. Denis0 -
Positive thoughtsdenistd said:pet scan
Well tomorrow morning is the pet. have been on a diet for the last couple of days and drinking plenty of water. I think I will find out the results on the same day, I re[port at 10:15am and after prep I will have the scan around 12 noon and then an appointment with the radiology onc at 2:30pm. Will post as soon as I get home. Thanks for all the support. Denis
Denis
I'm thinking positive thoughts for you. Good vibes coming your way.
Deb0 -
petdenistd said:pet scan
Well tomorrow morning is the pet. have been on a diet for the last couple of days and drinking plenty of water. I think I will find out the results on the same day, I re[port at 10:15am and after prep I will have the scan around 12 noon and then an appointment with the radiology onc at 2:30pm. Will post as soon as I get home. Thanks for all the support. Denis
Our prayers & thoughts will be with you tomorrow.
Kim & Mike0 -
Wowdenistd said:pet scan
Thanks all, I know there is over-reaction until I think what if, I have a sweet tooth so will have to lay off that stuff from here on in. Not sure when I get the results. The scan is at 10am and I have an appointment with the Oncologist the same day at 2:30pm, is it possible he will have the results by then? I feel pretty good for 66 and having gone thru a quad by-pass, a mild stroke and carotid artery surgery and the cancer all in an 18 month period. Still sucks though. Denis
Quad bypass, stroke and carotid artery surgery AND cancer in 18 months? Goodness. Glad you can say you're feeling pretty good. Hope you're feeling even better when you tell us how your Monday went. Do well.0 -
G’day denisdenistd said:pet scan
Well tomorrow morning is the pet. have been on a diet for the last couple of days and drinking plenty of water. I think I will find out the results on the same day, I re[port at 10:15am and after prep I will have the scan around 12 noon and then an appointment with the radiology onc at 2:30pm. Will post as soon as I get home. Thanks for all the support. Denis
My prayers are with you today my friend0 -
Thoughts & Prayersdenistd said:pet scan
Well tomorrow morning is the pet. have been on a diet for the last couple of days and drinking plenty of water. I think I will find out the results on the same day, I re[port at 10:15am and after prep I will have the scan around 12 noon and then an appointment with the radiology onc at 2:30pm. Will post as soon as I get home. Thanks for all the support. Denis
Coming your way....
Best,
John0
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