Thursday, February 21, 2013
Good News!
Results from two tests conducted this past Tuesday are in. Per Jen, the PA at Block, the echo cardiogram looks great, and the bone scan shows no cancer.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Grateful for the Small Things In Life
It dawned on me this morning that after months of soreness and bleeding I no longer have trouble w/a split up inside my left nostril. I can hear my 20 year old exclaiming, "Oh, mom, how gross! Why ever in the world would you choose to share that bit of information?" To which I would reply that, truly, it is often the littlest things in life that matter greatly. It was the "thorn in my side" for a very long time.
“A sensible thanksgiving for mercies received is a mighty prayer in the Spirit of God. It prevails with Him unspeakably.” ~ John Bunyan
“A sensible thanksgiving for mercies received is a mighty prayer in the Spirit of God. It prevails with Him unspeakably.” ~ John Bunyan
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
19th Treatment at the Block Center
Cathy met the new oncologist, Dr. Ashish Udhrain. He hails from New Orleans with all the southern charm and good manners. He studied at Mayo Clinic and recently joined the Block Center.
So, let's get right to the latest CT Scan, I quote, "mildly improved to stable changes in the liver when compared to the most recent prior exam on 10/24/12" and "no new suspicious mass." Dr. Udhrain interprets this as "positive news in the right direction" and Cathy will continue with the same treatment plan.
Her vital signs and blood work remain within acceptable ranges. For the first time since coming to the Block Center, Cathy's liver enzymes AST and ALT have fallen within normal ranges.
We also received the latest Nutritional Lab Panel, which is drawn every four months. Since Cathy's neuropathy is improving she will drop her B6 supplement, which is one of four that she takes to combat neuropathy. Within the immune panel, her white blood cells and activated T-cells continue to drop so they added Astragalus pills to help boost her immune system. For bone health, due to the hormone therapy, they also added Ipriflavone. Cathy currently takes 17 different supplements a day.
Finally, our lunch had an African flair. We ate African Tomato Stew, Ginger Carrot Quinoa and Buticha Chickpea Spread - yum! We always have the recipes if you are interested.
Thank you for your love, concern, and prayers for Cathy.
Gratefully,
Lori
So, let's get right to the latest CT Scan, I quote, "mildly improved to stable changes in the liver when compared to the most recent prior exam on 10/24/12" and "no new suspicious mass." Dr. Udhrain interprets this as "positive news in the right direction" and Cathy will continue with the same treatment plan.
Her vital signs and blood work remain within acceptable ranges. For the first time since coming to the Block Center, Cathy's liver enzymes AST and ALT have fallen within normal ranges.
We also received the latest Nutritional Lab Panel, which is drawn every four months. Since Cathy's neuropathy is improving she will drop her B6 supplement, which is one of four that she takes to combat neuropathy. Within the immune panel, her white blood cells and activated T-cells continue to drop so they added Astragalus pills to help boost her immune system. For bone health, due to the hormone therapy, they also added Ipriflavone. Cathy currently takes 17 different supplements a day.
Finally, our lunch had an African flair. We ate African Tomato Stew, Ginger Carrot Quinoa and Buticha Chickpea Spread - yum! We always have the recipes if you are interested.
Thank you for your love, concern, and prayers for Cathy.
Gratefully,
Lori
Monday, February 4, 2013
Okay, so my latest ct scan was last Friday. Now, I'd like to know the results--I think. I confess that after a year of treatment I may becoming weary in the battle and my desire is to be as proactive as I possibly can in restoring my body to health. I can't afford to become sloppy or haphazard in that effort. Please, pray for me, that I would be willing to any/all necessary permanent lifestyle changes.
I am thankful for God allowing this cancer to occur, that I may be spiritually stretched and matured through this minute suffering in Christ.
About a year ago I jotted down on a note card what I know to be true: 1) God is my guide, my teacher, my sustainer--in life and through life; 2) that my desire is to willfully submit to His sovereignty; 3) that He is merciful and gracious, while at the same time holding me accountable to His standard; and, finally, 4) that no matter where my journey ends, God remains sovereign. I am glad my heavenly Father is in control.
I am thankful for God allowing this cancer to occur, that I may be spiritually stretched and matured through this minute suffering in Christ.
About a year ago I jotted down on a note card what I know to be true: 1) God is my guide, my teacher, my sustainer--in life and through life; 2) that my desire is to willfully submit to His sovereignty; 3) that He is merciful and gracious, while at the same time holding me accountable to His standard; and, finally, 4) that no matter where my journey ends, God remains sovereign. I am glad my heavenly Father is in control.
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