One of the tools that the Block Center uses to determine if treatment is effective is a blood test for cancer tumor markers. With Cathy's type of cancer they check CA 27.29 and CA 15-3 antigens. Here are the results since treatment began in January 2012:
CA 27.29 CA 15-3
January 2012 7748.7 7153.0
March 2012 1082.4 1223.0
July 2012 68.7 69.8
These results are so encouraging as we watch the numbers plummet!
Overall Cathy's health continues to improve. Her vital signs remain normal. The rest of the blood work is good. Her low number of white blood cells and neutrophils continue to reflect the cumulative results of her previous chemotherapy treatments. Since this has stopped, we hope to see these numbers rebound. Cathy will continue with the hormone therapy in her battle against cancer.
It's always a pleasure to travel with Cathy to Chicago for treatments. We were blessed that Abbie, her daughter, could join us for this trip.
Lori
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