Greetings from Joy,
The PET scan that Bill had on Thursday Nov. 4th indicated that he would need more and a different kind of chemo therapy before he can begin the stem cell transplant. Although there is less along the center of his chest...there still is some active cell growth in that place near his heart as well as a small spot on the back of his neck and a few spots on the edge of his liver.
Bill is going to gather additional information up at the Cleveland Clinic on Tuesday Nov 16th and then should be able to make a choice as to what is the best chemo treatment plan for this next phase of clearing the cancer.
It was pretty "sucky" news when Bill found out that he would need more chemo before he could go thru the stem cell protocol however, He has had a few days to do some research as well and a chance to see the scan. And although it's not great to see the "hot spots" it was somewhat reassuring that its not that much... and the 3rd type of chemo must be the charm to clear the rest of the cancer so that Bill can begin the stem cell program.
Overall I would have to say Bill is hanging in there. He has not had chemo for about a month and he seems to be completely recovered from his lung surgery. He is still tired and takes a few naps here and there through out the day.
He still has his eye brows and eye lashes and a few hairs remain on the side of his head.Mostly he is the same old Bill or Bubba just not as energetic as he was before.
One guilty pleasure that he has discovered, Fraser is on Mid morning TV and thankfully that makes him laugh. So I am now on the hunt for the Fraser DVD's starting at season one.I looked at Target and did not have any luck. So if you happen to be out and about and happen to find Fraser DVD let me know. Thanks.
Until the next post know that Bill is hanging in there. He misses work and would like to be doing something useful soon. Please continue to see Bill as healthy and well, as you pray for him, as well has being free and clear of cancer.
Thank you for all of your prayers and support. It means so much to Bill and myself as well.
Thank You
Joy
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Dear Joy and Bill -
ReplyDeleteMy name is Diane and my husband's name is Tony. We went to college with MaryEllen and remain good friends with her to this day. She has kept us in the loop with Bill disease, and want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Good luck with your last round of chemo!!
God Bless - THe Caruso's