I talked to my oncologist and the tumor is there

Bstrange
Bstrange Member Posts: 87
edited March 2014 in Ovarian Cancer #1
I went and met with Dr. Li yesterday and asked her questions. She looked back in the chart and read the Sept. report that said all was clear. Then she read the January report and was puzzled as I am. She caledl the radiologist that read the report and he was being sent the films and would get back to her.
She called a yesterday afternoon ago and informed me that the radiologist didn"t seeanything in the first film because it was behind the pancreas. The latest report said it is not on the pancreas and is separate from it. She told me that it is nothing we would do different, as far as treatment,. If the chemo doesn't get it then we can possible do a local radiation, but she does not feel it will be needed. I feel better because at least I know that my Dr. and I were both on the same page. I am responding to the chemo. It dropped from 59-38 after 1 treatment. I am holding firm that the Lord will remove it all.

I am asking the Lord to keep me positive. But at least I know the whole story!
Thanks my friends,

Barbara

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  • lindaprocopio
    lindaprocopio Member Posts: 1,980 Member
    #2
    (((Barbara)))) Keep the faith.
    It's scary to have something you don't want to hear confirmed, but once you get over the shock, it really is better to know and accept and reach inside yourself for the strength. And then put it in God's hands and do what you have to do. It's surprising to me every time I get bad news how quickly the horrible dispair I feel at first evolves into acceptance, determination, and finally into hope. ((((Barbara))))
  • Bstrange
    Bstrange Member Posts: 87
    #3
    lindaprocopio said:

    (((Barbara)))) Keep the faith.
    It's scary to have something you don't want to hear confirmed, but once you get over the shock, it really is better to know and accept and reach inside yourself for the strength. And then put it in God's hands and do what you have to do. It's surprising to me every time I get bad news how quickly the horrible dispair I feel at first evolves into acceptance, determination, and finally into hope. ((((Barbara))))

    Great Advice
    Thank you Linda for the encouraging message. You are so right.
    Please keep in contact.
    Barbara
  • BonnieR
    BonnieR Member Posts: 1,526 Member
    #4
    Lots of Positive Vibes
    Hi Barbara,

    I know the Lord will keep you positive and also know our tears help to cleanse our soul so we can get on with living. So tears are okay too.

    Your numbers are dropping ~ 59-38 after 1 treatment ~ that is awesome, and the Docs sound like they are doing all the right things for you. So rest in the assurance that God is still carrying you, He is in control, and will bring you through. God Bless Bonnie
  • saundra
    saundra Member Posts: 1,370 Member
    #5
    Blessing to you
    May calmness cover you with the good news of the chemo working on those numbers. I am glad that you got the report straightened out with your doctor. I get copies of everything even blood tests. That was I can read them when I get home. Saundra
  • ladyjogger31
    ladyjogger31 Member Posts: 289
    #6
    Barbara
    That's great news your ca-125 is dropping. It seems like your doctor is on top of everything. I know the Lord will keep you positive and he will help you. Sending you positive thoughts. We are all warriors on this board.It's nice to have a great support system like we do.
    Hugs and Prayers, Terry
  • groundeffect
    groundeffect Member Posts: 639 Member
    #7
    Doctors
    Hi Barbara,

    I read the previous postings and responses after your initial post, and it seems you're in good hands!

    One of my support group women has had radiation for a small tumor; she's still waiting for her follow-up scan, so I won't learn of the outcome for a while. She seems to have weathered it well, and was upbeat at our last meeting.

    We're all looking out for you, as I'm sure God is.

    Sue
  • Bstrange
    Bstrange Member Posts: 87
    #8
    BonnieR said:

    Lots of Positive Vibes
    Hi Barbara,

    I know the Lord will keep you positive and also know our tears help to cleanse our soul so we can get on with living. So tears are okay too.

    Your numbers are dropping ~ 59-38 after 1 treatment ~ that is awesome, and the Docs sound like they are doing all the right things for you. So rest in the assurance that God is still carrying you, He is in control, and will bring you through. God Bless Bonnie

    Thank you, Bonnie
    Thank you for your words of encouragement. :)
    God is with us.
  • Bstrange
    Bstrange Member Posts: 87
    #9
    saundra said:

    Blessing to you
    May calmness cover you with the good news of the chemo working on those numbers. I am glad that you got the report straightened out with your doctor. I get copies of everything even blood tests. That was I can read them when I get home. Saundra

    Thank you Saundra
    I should get copies too, but I haven't been doing so. Thank you for your lovely message. God love you!
  • Bstrange
    Bstrange Member Posts: 87
    #10
    ladyjogger31 said:

    Barbara
    That's great news your ca-125 is dropping. It seems like your doctor is on top of everything. I know the Lord will keep you positive and he will help you. Sending you positive thoughts. We are all warriors on this board.It's nice to have a great support system like we do.
    Hugs and Prayers, Terry

    Terry
    Thanks and yes we are all warriors! I am reading The Purpose Driven Life during lent and it is inspiring.
    Hugs to you and love that grand baby.
  • Bstrange
    Bstrange Member Posts: 87
    #11
    groundeffect said:

    Doctors
    Hi Barbara,

    I read the previous postings and responses after your initial post, and it seems you're in good hands!

    One of my support group women has had radiation for a small tumor; she's still waiting for her follow-up scan, so I won't learn of the outcome for a while. She seems to have weathered it well, and was upbeat at our last meeting.

    We're all looking out for you, as I'm sure God is.

    Sue

    Thank you..Sue
    Sue,
    It makes me feel confident that all of you feel my Doctor is on top of it. Interesting about the radiation. Let me know the results. My home email is boobuski@tampabay.rr.com.

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