Jaundice and Complications
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Update: Blood work came back showing elevated GGT, AST, ALT, direct bilirubin of 5.5. We sent the results immediately to her specialist in Dallas, who in turn told us to leave first thing Weds and drive to Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. We arrived yesterday around 1 and she was admitted. Ct scan with contrast this morning and now waiting for the treatment plan. They believe it is an obstructed bile duct. Her surgeon said, “we’ll locate it, fix it and send you back home”. Her blood work is perfect otherwise, heart rate and oxygen are all perfect. She feels good and is laughing and talking with all the hospital staff. Tumor marker shows no change. I’ll let you guys know when the treatment plan is set up. And I thank each of you for your support and encouragement and helping me to stop freaking out.
Melissa
Marion,
Thank you so much. I will keep you posted on what happens. It is such a comfort to talk with others who understand.
Hugs to you as well,
MelissaMelissa…..many have to be treated with stenting for biliary drainage. This would not entail a hospital stay (generally.) If possible, try to relax until your meeting with the oncologist. Most likely blood test will be taken at the upcoming visit which in turn will reveal a clearer picture as to what is going on.
Hang in there. Tons of good wishes are heading your way.
Hugs,
MarionLainy & Marion, our appointment with the OC is set for Tuesday. Thank you both so much for your post. Your comments have helped to bring me out of the clouds. I don’t usually panic, I am calm and rational but this symptom sent me into full panic mode. I didn’t realize that the jaundice could be a result of something other than my worst fear. I thank you both for offering your support and words to help fear remain harnessed for the time being. I will keep you posted on the out come of our appointment.
Some back history, she was very very healthy before diagnosis in 2004 and in 2010 was walking between 5-7 miles a day and taking no medication for any other health issues. The worst issue she has had before the jaundice is the neuropathy in her legs from the chemo.
In the event of blockage or infection, can this be treated or relieved with medicine or will this be a hospital stay etc? (I am not asking you to diagnose or anything like that, just from you past experience, in what manner is it generally treated) Again, your words and support are so very helpful.
Melissa
Mowissa…welcome to our site. I assume that your Mom has made the call to the physician. You would want this done asap. Jaundice is caused by the back-up of bile in the liver and it is unlikely for it to diminish without necessary intervention. Although fear of recurrence never leaves our mind, one has to remember that radiation has side effects also. So, here is to hope that this new development is related to passed treatment rather than the recurring cancer.
Tons of good wishes are heading your way – please keep us posted.
Hugs,
MarionDear Mowissa, welcome to our extraordinary family but sorry you had to find us. Wow! Your Mother is truly a Survivor as 9 years is something to be heralded. I know the yellowing can be very upsetting but sometimes it can mean a blockage or infection. I would get her in to see her ONC right away and go from there. Try not to jump to conclusions. I know, easier said than done but only the ONC can tell you what is going on after LABS and perhaps a CT Scan. Try to be very strong and please keep us advised as we truly care.
Hello, I am new to the site but the daughter of a CC patient. First diagnosis was 2004, with liver resection and chemo. 2010 reoccurance, inoperable with cyber knife radiation and chemo of Gym/Cis, non active MRI to current. After my mom and I visited the other day I noticed yellowing of the skin and eyes, not alot but enough that I would notice. I’ve been reading alot of the post and I understand that everyone is different. I am nervous and have no idea what to expect now. I think I assumed that this would be a process of the cancer spreading etc, not liver function problems. Any words of advice would be much appreciated.
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