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Well, there you go! That sounds like good news to me. Sorry for the infection but probably better than recurrence. That’s odd you would have an infection and not be symptomatic. It sounds to me like God has a close eye on you. What a coincidence you got your tumor marker checked.
Take care!
SusieLeeAnn,
Are you scheduled for the port placement before the scan? If I remember correctly, it hasn’t been confirmed you have recurrence yet? Just an elevated tumor marker?
Best Wishes,
SusieOh, LeeAnn I hear that. I haven’t done anything “alternative” yet (except accupuncture) because I was receiving either radiation and or chemo after the resection. My oncologist advised against doing anything super high in antioxidants while undergoing treatment, so I listened. If I was not receiving treatment, however, I would probably be drinking gallons of green tea to wash done the infinite amount of supplements I’ve read about. It’s SOOOO hard. One source you read will say something is great for cancer and then you read something else that says it is harmful. My rule of thumb is to talk to your oncologist and get their opinion.
I used to drink ginger tea because it is known to help with nausea, but sources also say it increases bile production.Best wishes,
SusieDerin,
I’ve read over and over again that just because you don’t get the side effects doesn’t mean you aren’t getting enough chemo or the right chemo. I had 6 doses of Gem/Cis after resection and I had a low WBC, but no other side effects. Then I went through chemo radiation and then 3 more doses of Gem/Cis. Radiation made me really sick, but chemo isn’t bad at all. I don’t have any GI issues but it has been destroying my counts more this time and I am really anemic.
Everyone is different. I think chemo builds up, so the more you get maybe the harder it is on you. Hopefully you will continue to cruise through this.Take care
Susie
Kris,
Best of luck to you!! I’m sure you must be scared but I’m sure that is normal. I think it is wonderful you are getting a resection and you will be in my prayers.
Take care
Susie
Lisa,
Thanks for keeping us updated. I have been thinking of you and will continue to pray for you. Hang in there.
-Susie
Phil,
I’m sorry to hear this. I will be thinking and praying for you both. Are you able to get another opinion?
Best wishes-
Susie
Diana,
Welcome to the site. Please keep us posted on your husband’s treatment. It is surely an emotional roller coaster. I’m glad to hear they are talking about doing a resection.
Lots of prayers,
Susie
Kris,
I have no idea. I haven’t read about anyone going through this. I feel the need to recognize your Dr in a positive way. It seems they really do think outside of the box and it has worked out for you. It seems so many others on here have had experiences where it appears their Drs have given up hope and they run out of options before they are even explored. I guess that is why everyone encourages second and third opinions.
Keep us posted on what you decide to do!
Susie
Derin,
It’s funny how cancer treatment works sometimes. Some people are so tired they can’t get out of bed and others are up at 3am because they can’t sleep. I’ve always been the one that can’t sleep and I blame the pre-chemo steroids. I hope you are able to get some good rest! And good luck fishing!
Susie
