There were several bright spots for this trip. First, they
ditched the barium enemas during the CT's. That was a welcome relief!
I met some amazing people with miraculous stories. And, I dodge all
biopsies! Most spots have not grown at all except for the spots on my
thyroid. Those have grown some but are still rather small and they
appear to be benign. Yay! However, my lymphoma doc is referring me to
another department for a consultation within the next 2 weeks.
And,
there's more good news... After reviewing some new research and my
records they decided not to do maintenance chemo. Recent research
shows that "it doesn't increase survivability rates," especially for
patients with refractory lymphoma, like me. And, it has some risks that
the doctor felt made it so that the risks do not outweigh the
benefits.
In case you don't know, "survivability rate" is a term that oncologists throw around way too easily. My cancer is a very survivable cancer. It sounds much scarier in this case than it really is. And, refractory lymphoma, just means that my lymphoma has been treated once, and has come back.
So, thank you all for thinking of me, your prayers, your love and support. I am very blessed to have so many great friends and such a wonderful family!
