Back from MD Anderson

kerry
kerry Member Posts: 1,313 Member
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
I just returned home from treatment at MD Anderson. I had a CT scan on Monday (Jan 10) and then took my chemo on Jan. 12. I just have to say Hooray - my CT results were great. About 4 tumors are gone (as in disappeared). No nodes showing in my pelvic area, the nodes in my neck are gone and the one near my liver is gone. The ones in my abdomen have shrunk over 50% - and this is after only 2 treatments of Oxaliplatin and Zeloda. The doctors think I will only have to take my treatment for 4 months now and then go on a maintenance program. I'm not sure what the maintenance program is yet, but I'm on cloud nine right now. Just had to share.

All of you are in my prayers always. I have felt your prayers and kind thoughts through all of this and I am very greatful.

Kerry

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  • spongebob
    spongebob Member Posts: 2,565 Member
    #2
    Oh, Kerry...

    I am so glad you are doing so much better! I pray you will continue to beat the dragon and grow stronger every day.

    Be well

    - Bob
  • Kanort
    Kanort Member Posts: 1,272 Member
    #3
    Dear Kerry,

    Just today you were on my mind and I was so hoping that things were going well for you. Your results are fantastic. It sounds like the recovery road is getting shorter and shorter.

    When you feel up to it, give me a call and we will have our own Semi-colon reunion in Austin since we both can't make it to the official site.

    May your healing continue.

    Kay
  • alihamilton
    alihamilton Member Posts: 347 Member
    #4
    That is SUCH good news! Stay on cloud nine!

    Ali
  • jsabol
    jsabol Member Posts: 1,145 Member
    #5
    Hi Kerry,
    What GREAT news....what a great response to this round of chemo. I am THRILLED for you. Keep up the good work!
    More hugs and prayers comin' at ya,
    Judy
  • Fitlisa
    Fitlisa Member Posts: 99
    #6
    Kerry,

    I am soooooo happy for you. I am on cloud nine with you in my enthusiasm for you.

    You will stay in my prayers, along with everyone else on this board, survivors and caregives alike, forever.

    Lisa
  • slammer
    slammer Member Posts: 120
    #7
    Hey Wonderful for you! I see that chemo does work, and all they stuff they have us do. I am happy for you, I too have a ct scan tomarrow and hopefully mine have "gone Away", never know! best to you!
    Amy
  • kangatoo
    kangatoo Member Posts: 2,105 Member
    #8
    slammer said:

    Hey Wonderful for you! I see that chemo does work, and all they stuff they have us do. I am happy for you, I too have a ct scan tomarrow and hopefully mine have "gone Away", never know! best to you!
    Amy

    Hey Kerry...ain't no way I'm jumpin on that cloud with all them gals...some-one might declair it an "all gals" cloud!!!lol!!!!
    But hey, any chance you might like to sit alongside kanga for a spell inh the waitin room???
    Got a big hugg waitin for yah babe!!
    We are so glad that you have got a smile on yer dial!!!
    GREAT NEWS(sorry to yell)...had to do that 'cos you are sooooo farrrrrrr away!
    lots luv n huggs, kanga n Jen
  • steved
    steved Member Posts: 834 Member
    #9
    Fan news- will drink a toast to your brilliant result tonight (its Friday night after all!)

    steve
  • steved
    steved Member Posts: 834 Member
    #10
    By the way I meant Fab news (rather than fan)! I type faster than I am capable of unfortunately.
  • littlejulie
    littlejulie Member Posts: 311
    #11
    Kerry!!!! I'm SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!! GREAT NEWS!
  • andreae
    andreae Member Posts: 236
    #12
    Kerry, Kerry, Kerry... THAT IS AWESOME NEWS! Congratulations! Keep up the good work, let the chemo work its magic and let your spirit do the rest!

    Lots of love and hope you are celebrating!!!

    Andrea
  • jana11
    jana11 Member Posts: 705
    #13
    HURRAY. That is soooo wonderful. This means your tumors are responsive to the chemo!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    YAHOO!!!!

    Please call me if you want when you are in Houston. I would love to stop by and say hi.
    jana
  • Lisa Rose
    Lisa Rose Member Posts: 598 Member
    #14
    I love hear wonderful news ! ! !

    Congratulations Kerry

    Lisa
  • scouty
    scouty Member Posts: 1,965 Member
    #15
    Awesome news honey!!!!!!!

    Scout and I both send lots of kisses!!!!!!

    Lisa P.
  • taunya
    taunya Member Posts: 390 Member
    #16
    Kerry,
    I have tears in my eyes. I am so happy for you. You must be over the moon!
    Love and Hugs to You,
    Taunya

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