I Actually Have Options???????

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  • sfmarie
    sfmarie Member Posts: 602
    #42
    Shayenne said:

    Oh gosh!
    Now I'm scared to do the Theraspheres...I can't afford the trip to NY, and would love to go see Dr. Fong. What can I do? I don't want my liver damaged anymore, I haven't even been drinking as to not damage it anymore, this sucks. Hey Peggy, did you send your hospital records to him? or did you have to go see him?? I just took a scan last week.

    My onc gave me no guarantees on either speres or surgery, he said I was a very healthy cancer patient, but is spheres a one time procedure?? or do you have to go more then once?

    This is something to really think about now.

    Hugsss!
    ~Donna

    Options
    Are always great! Your news is uplifting and full of hope. You have such a wonderful outlook and I know you are going to beat this. Keep us all posted. Marie
  • Fight for my love
    Fight for my love Member Posts: 1,522 Member
    #43
    Hi Donna,it sounds so good.I
    Hi Donna,it sounds so good.I am so glad to know you have a new oncologist.Appointment with this oncologist is as good as seeking a second opinion.I am sure that you and this oncologist will work everything out.Be good,Donna,keep fighting.Good luck with everything.
  • Kathleen808
    Kathleen808 Member Posts: 2,342 Member
    #44
    options
    Dear Donna,
    Good to have options and a doctor you feel good about. You are strong and smart. You are moving in a good direction my dear.

    Aloha,
    Kathleen
  • Kathryn_in_MN
    Kathryn_in_MN Member Posts: 1,252 Member
    #45
    Glad you like the new onc
    I'm so glad you like your new oncologist. That can make such a difference. And to have new options on the table to consider is wonderful too!

    As for the FOLFOX, don't worry - you'll get through it. I've made it through 10 rounds and I've had every weird syndrome, side effect, and allergic reaction to it. So getting through just 4 should be a piece of cake if you stick with this plan before considering spheres.

    I use the "Ove Glove" in my kitchen. It is supposed to be used as an oven mitt, but I find it works great if I need to get anything from the fridge or freezer too. You can order online, or find them at places like Walgreens. Priced between $12 and $20 depending on where you get them.
    http://www.walgreens.com/store/store/product/product_details.jsp?id=prod394857

    Please keep us updated on what you decide to do. I'm just glad to hear you have more options now!
  • Nana b
    Nana b Member Posts: 3,030 Member
    #46
    Kathryn_in_MN said:

    Glad you like the new onc
    I'm so glad you like your new oncologist. That can make such a difference. And to have new options on the table to consider is wonderful too!

    As for the FOLFOX, don't worry - you'll get through it. I've made it through 10 rounds and I've had every weird syndrome, side effect, and allergic reaction to it. So getting through just 4 should be a piece of cake if you stick with this plan before considering spheres.

    I use the "Ove Glove" in my kitchen. It is supposed to be used as an oven mitt, but I find it works great if I need to get anything from the fridge or freezer too. You can order online, or find them at places like Walgreens. Priced between $12 and $20 depending on where you get them.
    http://www.walgreens.com/store/store/product/product_details.jsp?id=prod394857

    Please keep us updated on what you decide to do. I'm just glad to hear you have more options now!

    Yeah! Glad to hear the good
    Yeah! Glad to hear the good news! Oxy did not affect me that bad.
  • Crow71
    Crow71 Member Posts: 679 Member
    #47
    Hey Donna,
    I hope the first
    Hey Donna,
    I hope the first treatment continues to be tolerable. Oxi sucks but it worked well for me. I'm thrilled to read about how much you like your new dr. Radio Spheres has worked well for some and not so well for others - just like chemo, radiation etc. I hope it works for you. Your plan sounds great to me.
    Roger
  • Paula G.
    Paula G. Member Posts: 596
    #48
    Great news Donna......Love
    Great news Donna......Love options. Sounds like this onc has good plans. Best to you,Paula
  • grammadebbie
    grammadebbie Member Posts: 464
    #49
    So Happy
    Hey Sweetie,

    So happy to hear that you have a new doctor that you like. It makes such a big difference and it's wonderful that you have choices. I did oxy and had a rough time with it but would do it again. You will do fine with 4 treatments, you're a fighter. I dont know much about the other procedure. I will continue to pray for you. I think of you often and you are such a sweetheart and so encouraging. I hope you find strength and encouragement from all of us who love and support you.

    Blessing and Hugs,

    Debbie (gramma)

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