PET scan results and update

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The spot on my liver (it showed up on a CT scan) did not light up on the PET scan. YAY! No biopsy needed, but it will be watched closely.

There is a spot near my lungs that did light up (but did not show up on the CT scan). BOO! That spot will get an ultrasound guided needle biopsy. I'm waiting to hear from the scheduler on when we can get that done.

As you may recall, the local re-occurrence will require surgery. I should get a date for that when my surgeon returns from vacation on Tuesday.

Thank you all for helping me get through the tests and numerous doctor calls this week. I can't imagine how much harder this would be without you.

Hugs,

Linda
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  • RE
    RE Member Posts: 4,591 Member
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    HUGS~HUGS~HUGS~
    Linda it is good to see you post, I have been watching for it. Be sure to let us know when these procedures are scheduled so we can send our support and lift you up in prayer. It's good that the liver did not light up and who knows the other could be something besides cancer so I am going hang my hat on that hope! You have all the support I can muster and daily prayers!!!

    ♥ RE ♥
  • Different Ballgame
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    Glad to hear good report on liver.
    Dear Linda,

    So happy to hear that the liver is fine. Let's hope that the same is true for the lungs.

    Lots of Hugs,
    Janelle
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
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    Glad to hear good report on liver.
    Dear Linda,

    So happy to hear that the liver is fine. Let's hope that the same is true for the lungs.

    Lots of Hugs,
    Janelle

    Linda, I was looking for your PET results
    Thank you for your update. Great news - liver is clear. Like Janelle said let's hope and pray for clear lungs and whatever was lighten up, stop lighting.
    Hugs,
    New Flower
  • laughs_a_lot
    laughs_a_lot Member Posts: 1,368 Member
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    On the list
    You are on the list for a good outcome.
  • Heatherbelle
    Heatherbelle Member Posts: 1,226 Member
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    XOXO Linda :)
    I have also

    XOXO Linda :)
    I have also been waiting for your update :) Glad to hear your liver scan turned out ok. Still keeping you in my prayers & sending lots of love & hugs & good juju!
    *hugs*
    heather
  • skipper54
    skipper54 Member Posts: 936 Member
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    XOXO Linda :)
    I have also

    XOXO Linda :)
    I have also been waiting for your update :) Glad to hear your liver scan turned out ok. Still keeping you in my prayers & sending lots of love & hugs & good juju!
    *hugs*
    heather

    Glad to hear the liver looks good
    Sending prayers that the lung area will be fine also.
  • Christmas Girl
    Christmas Girl Member Posts: 3,682 Member
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    RE said:

    HUGS~HUGS~HUGS~
    Linda it is good to see you post, I have been watching for it. Be sure to let us know when these procedures are scheduled so we can send our support and lift you up in prayer. It's good that the liver did not light up and who knows the other could be something besides cancer so I am going hang my hat on that hope! You have all the support I can muster and daily prayers!!!

    ♥ RE ♥

    Just like dear RE & many others here...
    I've been scanning for your updates, Linda. Am relieved & glad for the good portion of your results. And will be HOPEFUL for the other - that it'll turn out to be something else, not cancer.

    Kind regards, Susan
  • CypressCynthia
    CypressCynthia Member Posts: 4,014 Member
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    So happy that your liver is
    So happy that your liver is clear! Believe me, I am going to be there with you for that surgery. And I'm praying the lung will be ok or will respond. Please keep us updated. We need to know when to get on that pink bus!
  • jessiesmom1
    jessiesmom1 Member Posts: 915 Member
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    Lung Biopsy
    Hi Linda,

    It is wonderful news that the growth on your liver did not light up on the PET scan. We need all the good news we can get around here. I am sorry to hear that a lung biopsy is needed. When you have a firm date please let us know so that the Magic Pink Bus can be gassed up and on the road. You have had a terrific week (NOT) and I hope the next round of tests, appts, surgeries, etc. goes well for you (and your family).

    IRENE
  • missrenee
    missrenee Member Posts: 2,136 Member
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    Lung Biopsy
    Hi Linda,

    It is wonderful news that the growth on your liver did not light up on the PET scan. We need all the good news we can get around here. I am sorry to hear that a lung biopsy is needed. When you have a firm date please let us know so that the Magic Pink Bus can be gassed up and on the road. You have had a terrific week (NOT) and I hope the next round of tests, appts, surgeries, etc. goes well for you (and your family).

    IRENE

    Yeah for your liver, Linda!
    I'm sending you all positive energy that the lung thing is just a blip on the radar and NOT serious. Having to have the biopsy stinks, but all will be okay. Stay strong, focused and positive that the lung is pretty, pink and healthy.

    Keep us posted all the way. Things are gonna turn around.

    Hugs, Renee
  • dbhadra
    dbhadra Member Posts: 344 Member
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    missrenee said:

    Yeah for your liver, Linda!
    I'm sending you all positive energy that the lung thing is just a blip on the radar and NOT serious. Having to have the biopsy stinks, but all will be okay. Stay strong, focused and positive that the lung is pretty, pink and healthy.

    Keep us posted all the way. Things are gonna turn around.

    Hugs, Renee

    prayers
    and positive energy coming your way!

    Laura
  • GreeneyedGirl
    GreeneyedGirl Member Posts: 1,077
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    dbhadra said:

    prayers
    and positive energy coming your way!

    Laura

    Thinking of you~
    ~ hoping for great results, and peace as you wait on the scheduling.
    prayers & hugz~
    Melanie
  • fauxma
    fauxma Member Posts: 3,577 Member
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    Thinking of you~
    ~ hoping for great results, and peace as you wait on the scheduling.
    prayers & hugz~
    Melanie

    I will continue to keep you
    I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
  • Annette 11
    Annette 11 Member Posts: 380
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    Linda
    Sorry you are going thru this. Hope the ultrasound shows neg.. Surgery coming soon...you will be in our prayers. Keep fighting and strong Linda.
    Hugs,
    Annette
  • Lynn Smith
    Lynn Smith Member Posts: 1,264 Member
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    Linda
    Sorry you are going thru this. Hope the ultrasound shows neg.. Surgery coming soon...you will be in our prayers. Keep fighting and strong Linda.
    Hugs,
    Annette

    Linda
    Wishing good results on you ultrasound. Glad your liver scan was neg.

    I just went through this recently.My breast tumor was benign.Found out 3 weeks ago. I am just starting to feel better.I was a mess worrying.

    Thoughts and Prayers to you.

    Lynn Smith
  • camul
    camul Member Posts: 2,537
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    Linda
    That was a huge sigh of relief with your liver, will keep the prayers up that you get good results on your biopsy and that your surgery goes well.

    Enjoy the weekend before all of this gets going.

    ~Carol
  • Mitzi333
    Mitzi333 Member Posts: 511 Member
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    camul said:

    Linda
    That was a huge sigh of relief with your liver, will keep the prayers up that you get good results on your biopsy and that your surgery goes well.

    Enjoy the weekend before all of this gets going.

    ~Carol

    Linda... You're in my thoughts and prayers
    I'm Praying for you.... All the BEST for the biopsy results and your surgery.

    Positive Vibes and Hugs sent your way~
    Mitzi
  • natly15
    natly15 Member Posts: 1,941
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    Linda saying prayers that
    Linda saying prayers that all goes well and that your liver never lights up on a PET. Have a good weekend. (((HUGS)))
  • Chickadee1955
    Chickadee1955 Member Posts: 355 Member
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    natly15 said:

    Linda saying prayers that
    Linda saying prayers that all goes well and that your liver never lights up on a PET. Have a good weekend. (((HUGS)))

    Linda,
    Yay! for the good

    Linda,

    Yay! for the good news. Keeping all my appendages crossed on the pending biopsy. Oh, keeping you in my prayers, too!
    Hope to see you and my other NorCal Sisters soon.

    Chickadee
  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member
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    Linda,
    Yay! for the good

    Linda,

    Yay! for the good news. Keeping all my appendages crossed on the pending biopsy. Oh, keeping you in my prayers, too!
    Hope to see you and my other NorCal Sisters soon.

    Chickadee

    seems like a long line of
    seems like a long line of people waiting ... so happy about the good test result on the liver and praying for negative results on the lung. Sorry you have to go through that!!