Morning all
Thought I's share my good news. Eventually got in to see my Oncologist after a three hour wait (my appointment was at 10am) Had good news, my tumours have regressed further but the little buggers won’t go away, just taking a back seat at the moment!
My CA125 blood shows my tumour markers have gone down from 100 to 15 which is additional good news so hopefully no treatment until the New Year fingers crossed.
I asked how many times can a body effectively handle chemotherapy and he’s honest, he said the second treatment could be nearly as effective as the first but subsequent treatment can cause other side effects to the body such as bone density. He could look to vary the chemo given as well as the frequency but people tend to prefer the 21 day cycle as it gives you a bit of “away time” rather than attending weekly.
He said in the meantime there are constant trials coming up and he’s always looking into them. He reiterated if I felt anything was amiss to contact my CNS or his secretary and I feel privileged to have him for my Consultant.
The staff were, as always brilliant, brought us in hot drinks and biscuits as the time went on. My bestie, who’d come with me for moral support, had to wait by the lifts until I got called in but she was also offered refreshments which I thought was lovely. They kept apologising for the delay but I never expect to get in on time.
So I shall enjoy the summer, happy hugs, Barb xx
Hi Barb
I’m so happy you've had such a positive appointment and such welcome good news. You seem to have a really proactive consultant which is such a real bonus.
I hope you’ll have a wonderful summer now you’ve got this stressful business out of the way and that we get a lot of sunshine in this part of the world.
I have a big smile on my face after reading your lovely post! Big hugs to you.
Sarah xx
