This afternoon we had our appointment with Dr Alexander.
All round it was pretty good news.
- My tumour markers had reduced to 43 on my last blood test which was just before my final chemo session. For context they started at 171 and the top end of normal is 35.
- The tumours in my liver have reduced in size, for example, the largest one has reduced in size from 54mm x 50mm to 43mm x 34mm.
This was all we could hope for, to have the tumours on the back foot.
There was also some other news. Although the bone scan didn’t show it in April, there is evidence that the cancer is also in my bones but the chemo has done its work on that too. The thing is now I have damage to my bones and I will have to have zoledronic acid given via an intravenous drip every 4 weeks going forward.
The thing is, we knew I would still have cancer, but we weren’t expecting this and we’re both feeling a bit strange.
We’ll soon get our heads around it I’m sure ?
Talk to you soon
Lots of love Mand xxx
This has to be a difficult time for you….good and bad news, but mostly good news. Looks like you are in good hands, keep up the positive attitude, diet and exercise and it will all go your way. Wish you were over here when Mum and Richie arrive tomorrow.
Love you,
Big Sis Booie et al XXX
Well done on the good news Mand! I’m sure it is more than hard, facing something ‘new’ but you are clearly doing everything right – keep on doing what your doing and focusing on what you can change. Lots of love xxx
You are always in our thoughts even though we are a long way away. Take care and keep positive. Love you lots xxx