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One Step Closer to Surgery

buckeye2
buckeye2 CSN Member Posts: 428 Member
in Colorectal Cancer #1
My husband and I met with the onc. today. He is in agreement with surgeon that HIPEC is next best treatment option. Concern is with getting the spot on the liver at the same time but he said it would be a game day decision. I asked about possible colostomy and he called surgeon and reported back that surgeon believes tumor is high enough that he will be able to rebook without the colostomy. While I realize that cure is still a long, long shot, it is now a shot. On top of that husband got no chemo today and after six months of every other week chemo, the thought of a break prior to surgery is a joyous one. Although the mountain in front of us is steep, I feel like there might be some carefree days on the other side. I long for a day without worry. Lisa
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  • Sundanceh
    Sundanceh CSN Member Posts: 4,392 Member
    #2
    Very Promising
    A "chance" is all we really ask for:)

    -c
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  • janie1
    janie1 CSN Member Posts: 753 Member
    #3
    Sundanceh said:

    Very Promising
    A "chance" is all we really ask for:)

    -c

    Sweet
    Lisa, so wonderful to hear. I knew you were getting close.
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  • steveandnat
    steveandnat CSN Member Posts: 886
    #4
    Any break is so nice
    I will be praying that the upcoming events work for you all. The break from chemo is really a special treat. Sometimes I hope my counts won't be good so I can get a break from chemo. Last week was a break because my platelets were too low. Today I got treatment uck home with the pump go back thurs to take off pump go back fri for shot. The good news I should be good for Thanksgiving...how we appreciate the good days and news!! Praying for you.
    Jeff
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  • mom_2_3
    mom_2_3 CSN Member Posts: 953 Member
    #5
    What great news
    What great news Lisa! I am so happy to hear that surgery is on the horizon.

    Amy
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  • relaxoutdoors08
    relaxoutdoors08 CSN Member Posts: 521 Member
    #6
    Thinking of You and Your Husband
    Enjoy the time without Chemo. Thinking of you both as you prepare for surgery. Wishing you and your husband courage, strength, and hope for great results.
    NB
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  • laurettas
    laurettas CSN Member Posts: 372
    #7
    Great news
    So glad things are moving in a positive direction for you. Yes, a break from chemo sounds wonderful! We are hoping for that sometime in the future--maybe spring.
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  • smokeyjoe
    smokeyjoe CSN Member Posts: 1,425 Member
    #8
    laurettas said:

    Great news
    So glad things are moving in a positive direction for you. Yes, a break from chemo sounds wonderful! We are hoping for that sometime in the future--maybe spring.

    Good to hear doctors are
    Good to hear doctors are giving this option, sounds promising. Enjoy the break!!
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  • keystone
    keystone CSN Member Posts: 134 Member
    #9
    One step at a time,one day
    One step at a time,one day at a time!! Sounds like you are making progress and thats really all we can ask for! Congrats and yes I long for that day also, my hiusband is getting scanned tody for the first time since surgery! Stephanie
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  • karen40
    karen40 CSN Member Posts: 211 Member
    #10
    Lisa
    I'm glad to hear that things are moving in the right direction.
    I hope the chemo break does wonders for both you and your husband.
    Karen
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