Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Phew! Dodging Another Bullet

That whizzing sound that breezed past my ear today was made by my latest PET scan report. Fabulous news! My liver lesion, that un-friend that showed itself in April, has shrunk and--better still--did not even register as cancerous activity on the scan. The radiologist noted "improved metastatic disease" in bones and elsewhere and that "no definite new disease is noted."

This means that the Taxol continues to do well, and I'm staying that course. Back for followups in September.

The side effects have thus far been quite manageable. My acupuncturist has done worlds of good in counteracting some nerve damage in my toes, and my hair continues to grow. Am a tomboy this summer, which (considering the 100-degree weather here) is not altogether a bad thing.

Off tomorrow to visit my mom and my Uncle Cleave in Connecticut. There are few things calmer or prettier to me than a New England summer day; thanking my lucky stars for the ability to enjoy that in a relaxed fashion.

Best to all,

Sally

10 comments:

  1. Great news! So very happy! Have a safe trip north!

    ReplyDelete
  2. Waahhoooo! What wonderful and exciting news. Have a wonderful trip and bring back some cooler weather with you when you come home.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Many prayers answered!! We're all so thrilled. Have a terrific trip.

    ReplyDelete
  4. Sally, that's fantastic! Much love to you and your sweet family and enjoy your wonderful trip!

    ReplyDelete
  5. That is great news, Sally. So happy for you. Enjoy your trip.

    Nancy Lehde

    ReplyDelete
  6. Prayers answered! Have a blessed and wonder-filled time in New England.
    xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  7. Yay! Go Taxol!! Keep up the good work and have a wonderful time in New England--it's supposed to be a scorcher here!

    Gracie

    ReplyDelete
  8. Dear Sally, Just had a moment to read your terrific, wonderful, fantastic, superbly good news! Am doing the happy dance for you (will leave hand springs and the like for other more nubile gals).
    Enjoy your trip and stay in touch!
    Patti D.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Its awesome i love it.

    http://buy-tools.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  10. Inspired I have gifted you with the One Lovely Blog award. Wishing you continued success at knocking out the Big C one bad cell at a time! Sending the mojo your way.

    6 year survivor of cancer myself counting on you to keep improving!

    noextendedwarranty.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete