Linda -- Congrats - Please make a new thread for "embolization"
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For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."0 -
I will be sending all thelindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
I will be sending all the positive thoughts and vibes I have your way on Thursday as you undergo the first phase of this process. I, like so many others on these boards have read your numerous thoughtful, realistic, uplifting and educational postings. You truly are an inspiration and I wish you only success on this next part of the journey.
Sincerely Susan0 -
Congrats - I hope this treatment keeps falling into place!lindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
This is very exciting news! The science of this is a little over my head, but I'm sending you positive energy on passing this "mapping" test.
(And I appreciate your efforts to keep topics threaded together. I have the hardest time navigating this website. Does it allow us to put intrasite links in these threads? I.E., to go back on the old thread and put a post saying "Continues at ~link to new thread~")0 -
lindadenyingarea said:Congrats - I hope this treatment keeps falling into place!
This is very exciting news! The science of this is a little over my head, but I'm sending you positive energy on passing this "mapping" test.
(And I appreciate your efforts to keep topics threaded together. I have the hardest time navigating this website. Does it allow us to put intrasite links in these threads? I.E., to go back on the old thread and put a post saying "Continues at ~link to new thread~")
will be thinking of you tomorrow and sending all radiant white energy to you so that you are a prime candidate for the embolization. nothing else is acceptable.
sisterhood and love,
maggie0 -
Linda:lindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
My thoughts and
Linda:
My thoughts and prayers are with you for tomorrow's first phase.
Kathy0 -
Good Wisheslindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
I am sending you good wishes and cyber hugs for tomorrow. I hope that you have an easy time with the procedures and good results so that you are able to proceed as soon as possible. We appreciate your posts and updates, giving us all hope and inspiration.
Pat0 -
Good luck Lindalindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
I never know with the international time zones whether I am wishing you good luck before or after your procedure! Doh! But good luck anyway - sounds amazing - like something from a "sci fi" movie! But great news that you are a candidate thus far. Fingers crossed that the mapping goes well and you can have the full procedure.
Helen0 -
positive thoughtslindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
This whole board is sending positive thoughts your way today!
Laura0 -
Praying for successful outcomelindaprocopio said:For newcomers, I try to keep things on the same thread.
I make it a habit to find the old post thread and add updates to it because I like to think of this Board as a resource for the ladies that will come after us. If someone is researching radioembolism, I want them to be able to follow my whole experience with it, from beginning to end, in one place.
Thursday I have labs at 8 am and my 'mapping' to see if I am a candidate anatomically for the radioembolism. I found this post on a blog about what the mapping will be like:
"You will be asked not to eat for a specific amount of time before your evaluation. You will bring labwork and recent scans for review. You will be prepped for the procedure and your interventional radiologist will make a tiny incision in your leg and carefully place a small but long, flexible plastic tube called a catheter into the femoral artery (which is the major blood vessel in the leg). He/she will use an x-ray that allows him to view the inside of the body on the screen as he guides the catheter through the blood vessels to the hepatic artery (which is one of two blood vessels that feed the liver). He will ease the tube into the branch of the hepatic artery that feeds the cancerous tumor(s) in your liver. This process will ensure that the microspheres are going to be distributed appropriately. It will also indicate whether or not they will be likely to go into areas that could be dangerous - such as the lung or abdominal cavity. Sometimes blood flow will have to be redirected. You will be awake for the procedure and can even watch the monitors if you so choose. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter will be carefully removed and pressure will be applied to the incision. You will have to lie flat for several hours to ensure that bleeding does not occur. If all goes well and Yttrium 90 Microspheres therapy is possible, then a date for the procedure will be set and you should be able to return home shortly after the evaluation."
Linda, I am thinking of you and imagine by now you are recovering nicely from the procedure and am praying for good news! Know that there are so many of us praying for you! And thank you for posting the techincal description of what you are or have gone through.
(((HUGS)))
Lori0 -
had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...Northwoodsgirl said:Praying for successful outcome
Linda, I am thinking of you and imagine by now you are recovering nicely from the procedure and am praying for good news! Know that there are so many of us praying for you! And thank you for posting the techincal description of what you are or have gone through.
(((HUGS)))
Lori
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.0 -
Prayed for you all day yesterday, Linda.lindaprocopio said:had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.
So glad you posted about what is going on with you. I thought of you all day yesterday and prayed. Sending you lots of positive vibes and the best of wishes for a speedy recovery. Norma0 -
What an undertaking Linda!!!lindaprocopio said:had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.
What an undertaking Linda!!! Sounds more like a sci-fi movie - you're quite cutting edge. I hope the after effects ameliorate quickly and allow you to recover to be ready for Part Deux.
Here's to a successful outcome for you.
Annie0 -
wow
I don't know how many people would have your courage, faith and determination to go thru all of this, esp. since they have told you it's palliative, not curative. Still it is exciting and cutting edge and I have a really good feeling about this treatment.
Hoping you feel better soon!0 -
Excited for Youlindaprocopio said:had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.
Wow! What an amazing procedure. You are a warrior. It's one thing to have a long procedure while under anaesthesia...quite another to be awake yet have to be perfectly STILL for so many hours.
Hoping that you are back to your normal active, peppy self pronto! How long will you be radioactive?
-Kathy0 -
Linda:lindaprocopio said:had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.
I am glad that this
Linda:
I am glad that this part of your treatment is over for you. You really do give a very visual discription of your treatment as I can see everyone being geiger-countered and all sealed up.
I commend your courage, your strength and your spirit in trying this treatment. You are truly a remarkable lady. Thank you for sharing your experience. I continue to pray that this treatment will work for you and that you start to feel yourself again.
Looking forward to hearing about your progress.
Kathy0 -
Linda so glad to read your reportlindaprocopio said:had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.
So glad you have had the procedure completed, and I too pray that it works for you. It sounds like it was quite an ordeal of preparing the room and the people. Sorry you are not feeling so good though. Hopefully some of the TONS of pills help you feel better. I hope each day you feel a little better. Thanks for keeping us updated. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. In peace and caring.0 -
Glad the procedure is doneCindy Bear said:wow
I don't know how many people would have your courage, faith and determination to go thru all of this, esp. since they have told you it's palliative, not curative. Still it is exciting and cutting edge and I have a really good feeling about this treatment.
Hoping you feel better soon!
Linda,
So glad the procedure is done for you.
Nice that they gave you the max for your size and cancer.
I have a good feeling that this is going to work well for you.
Hugs and healing,
Cindy0 -
You're amazing!hopeful girl 1 said:Glad the procedure is done
Linda,
So glad the procedure is done for you.
Nice that they gave you the max for your size and cancer.
I have a good feeling that this is going to work well for you.
Hugs and healing,
Cindy
You understand your disease and your treatments and do it all with style and grace, Linda. And then you take the time to share and educate us about it all. I'm so pleased that you were able to quality for this treatment and that you're a real part of it. I hope those markers plummet soon and you can tolerate the remaining treatments.
Suzanne0 -
One down, one to go.....lindaprocopio said:had the radioembolism for the left side of my liver yeaterday...
What a long day! I was at the hospital from 8 to 8 to have the Sir-Spheres treatment to the right side of my liver. We had to wait for the Sir-Spheres to come in from Boston, and then for them to prep the room like a Haz-Mat area, so I wasn’t in the operating room until noon. (The room last to be prepped with a dispobable floor and the door sealed and once the radioactivity enters the room, no one can leave until the end when everyone had to dispose oif their booties and gowns and be geiger-countered. The surgeon was in a plastic bubble during the treeatment. It was fascinating to be awake for the procedure, but it did turn I into an endurance marathon with 3 hours in surgery and 4 hours in recovery, flat on my back and not allowed to raise my head or move my legs. My back was killing me from being still for so long It felt like when you make a too-ling road trip). I also got nauseated even during the surgery and had to have Zofran added, and later I threw up in recovery and pretty much had the dry heaves all the way home. I was too uncomfortable to sleep, and still throwing up the tea and water I was trying to get down. I think walking around last night really helped work the gas I was having because the back pain is gone and I am left with just tenderness in the area of my liver. I can see that I am on the mend already. TONS of new pills to take over the next 12 days, and I am radioactive and have to keep my distance from everyone.
The radiation interventionist said he gave me the maximum dosage for my size and volume of cancer. I am soooo hoping this will work for me. I wonder how long I will feel crappy? I'm tired today but excited by the possibility of this treatment.
So glad you made it through Linda - but sounds like an incredibly tiring and uncomfortable day. You've been in my thoughts and prayers and I SO hope that this works for you. Thank you for sharing the details with us so soon after the procedure - I hope you are feeling well again very soon.
Hellie0
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