Should I be happy?

AmyD1310

Hi again!

So, I got my pet scan results, and both doctors said everything looks "great"! They both talked about expected hot spots due to inflammation from radiation, but that I have responded very well to treatment. My colorectal surgeon did a DRE and said he didn't feel a mass at all. With that and nothing "suspicious" on my scan he basically said I'm cured. Did anyone one else have a similar situation for their follow-up PET scan? I want to do a happy dance...can I??? Love to all.

-Amy

jcorum

Yes, Amy, you can do a happy dance!!!

You will probably feel anxiety the first few times you go for follow up CT scans & checkups but i quit having ct scans at 5 years NED and i just go twice a year now for an anal check with my surgeon. Just had that done & he said all is good! I am 6 1/2 years NED

eihtak

Amy.....

Yes.....dance the night away!

Congratulations on the great report!! While none of us know what tomorrow may bring I always try to celebrate "today" and you have every reason to be HAPPY right now!

This is wonderful news!

katheryn

AmyD1310

Dancing!

Thank you so much for your responses! It makes me feel better to know that this response is fairly "normal" for only 5 weeks out of treatment. I feel a ton of relief knowing that the doctors say it worked/is working! 

mp327

Amy

Based on these results, I think you have every reason to be very happy and encouraged that your cancer is gone!  I am so, so happy for you!

csalek

Yes !!

I remember feeling the same way. Yes-rejoice and believe ! I am a little over a year out...now if I could stop worrying about it returning I would be fine : )