My oncologist found more cancer than he was expecting but was able to get about 80-90% of it. There were some small spots around the blood supply in my small intestine ... to remove that cancer he would have had to remove the small intestine. He felt that I would be better off having chemo deal with it, so when I resume chemo, I'll have another chemo added to my earlier regimine. Tissue samples were sent off for testing ... that will give him an idea if there are other chemo drugs that might be even more effective. He is optimistic that chemo will take care of what he couldn't get and imagines that I'll resume chemo in a couple of weeks ... I have an appointment to see him on the 12th and should know more then.
I have had very manageable pain all along, not at all what I was expecting ... but for which I am very thankful. I've also had a couple of minor bumps along the way, but they have been easily resolved.
My sisters were here while I've been in the hospital, and my dad came down for a short visit on day 1 post op. And of course, DD and DH were here throughout the entire stay. The entire medical staff here were very friendly and helpful ... but I won't complain if I don't have to come back. Ha!
I hope that whatever you have planned for today includes a little something that brings you joy ... have a great day!
Kathy
Kathy
News sounds positive! Glad you're feeling better and looking forward to going home!
ReplyDeleteNothing better than being home....you continue to be in my prayers. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update. I had you on my prayer list and the surgery, and I was starting to get anxious about you. I am glad you are doing so well and I will continue to pray for your healing and comfort. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteSo happy your surgery went well.. even if they found more they got those biopsies and can treat it more specifically when you return to chemo treatments... so happy your recovery is going fairly well too! You are in my thoughts daily Kathy :) As is your family and support system! Kathi
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update, Kathy. So nice to have your family support you. Rest up at home.
ReplyDeletethanks for the update, I've been thinking of you. Sorry they found some cancer in the intestine but glad the doc things he can get it with the chemo -- I will continue to think of you and know you will be glad to get back home and resume a normal schedule hopefully that will be soon!
ReplyDeleteKathy...wonderful news...inch by inch, life's a cinch...stay strong...blessings to you for quick and complete recovery...
ReplyDeleteOh Kathy I am soo glad that this surgery is behind you now and that you did SOO well! I did soo well after my hysterectomy that honestly I was totally surprised over it, and I was really praying that you too would experience that. Thank God! And as far as not quite getting it all goes, it still sounds pretty good. I love that they have a very specific chemo that they can use on what is left, and I will begin praying that it does it's job thoroughly and with as little side effects as possible. You did soo well with that on your first rounds of chemo that I am really imagining it will be the case again. I know this has been a long, hard ordeal for you but I am soo glad that your not only your hubby but your daughter have been able to be right there for you through the whole thing. 'What an incredible blessing that has had to have been. Hopefully you will be home this afternoon and back in your own bed where you can get plenty of rest and be feeling pretty good soon. Hospitals just never seem to let you rest very well. I am glad your sisters and dad were able to come by and see you too. I will continue to pray for you as you finish up with these chemo treatments, and hopefully the time will move swiftly and you will soon be back to your old self before you know it. MANY blessings and hugs to you! Debbie
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that you are past this hurdle and have a game plan for the next step. Thanks for keeping us updated!
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping us informed, Kathy. I am keeping you in my prayers and will continue to do so. Hope you can rest and recuperate well at home!
ReplyDeleteIt was so good to hear an update. You have been heavily in my prayers and thoughts. So glad to hear that your breezed through surgery so well. I will be praying for good results on the remaining tests. Treat yourself gingerly when you go home. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSo glad for the update. I was thinking of you this week. Hope you are settling in at home this evening. Sounds positive from the doctor - that is great news.
ReplyDeleteGood for you for doing so well! Sounds like you are ready to get home and start recovery!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are doing well! I hope by the time you read this, you are home and comfy. Will continue to pray for wholeness. So thankful you have loving family around you!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a Super Woman! With everything you've been through, you continue to have the most positive attitude about it all! I'm glad that all went well with your surgery and I'll be praying, along with your wonderful friends and family, that every day finds you feeling better and better, and that this chemo program is a huge success! God Bless you!
ReplyDeleteOh, so good to hear from you and to know the surgery is behind you. Praying the chemo will get any remaining cancer. So glad you have been surrounded by your family. I continue to pray for your recovery and complete and total healing. Hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteOh I am so sorry that I have been MIA and didn't know about your cancer journey! I'm putting you on my prayer list right now and I'll be praying for you.....it sounds like you are doing well and have lots of support! I read down several posts to catch up.....my sister went through this with breast cancer and is doing really well now! I know you will too and God will take care of every detail! Funny how we think we are in control until we see we never have been! So much love to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update. It sounds very promising - I'm so glad this part of your journey is behind you. Hoping this note finds you at home where you will surely feel some better. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all week. We will continue praying for your healing and comfort. ~Jeanne
ReplyDeleteThat sounds good Kathy. I am so glad you're doing well. Believing for a complete return to health and well being for you!
ReplyDeleteYou and your family have been on my mind and in my prayers, Kathy. It's good news that your pain hasn't been horrible. Not such good news that the doctor found more cancer than he hoped -- but surely upcoming treatments will take care of it. I hope you continue to feel better and better as the days go by. Take care.
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I've been praying for you, and will continue to do so for you and your family
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad they are optimistic about the cancer that's left being taken out with chemo!
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed you are in your own bed tonight!
Always praying for you lady!
Thank you for the update. I'm so glad your report sounds encouraging. Still praying for you my friend.
ReplyDeleteKeeping you in my thoughts and sending cyber hugs!
ReplyDeleteHopefully you want home as planned yesterday. So nice to have your family around. Praying that the continued chemo will totally wipe out those last few piece and you will be well soon. Glad that you pain has been manageable. Continuing my prayers for your full recovery. ((Hugs))
ReplyDeleteKathy, I'm so happy to hear that your surgery is now behind you, and that you are feeling better than expected. I hope by the time you read this, you will be home from the hospital. I hope and pray the chemo will take care of any remaining cancer, as well. Sending ((hugs)) and prayers your way. Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteKathy (Reflections)
I am so thankful to hear that your surgery has been and all has gone well for you. I will continue to have you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you can find time to do some more quilting soon and look forward to your next update. Until next time remember to smell the roses. Xxx Wendy
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy. I'm so happy to hear your surgery went well. Please know you are in my prayers regularly, and I will continue to keep you close as you have this next round of treatment. I read the post after this one, and am glad you're in your own home. So glad you have your hubs there to provide the tlc you need. xo
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