First of all a brief disclaimer. Marti and I know that this will be a long journey with highs and lows along the way. Our intent is to never get too out of whack high or low. I am going to give you all as much information as I can but please realize that everything (good or bad) is just one step in the process.
The other point to make is this is all foreign territory for us. At times we may have to go back and correct something from an earlier post because we just did not understand something properly.
Today's news:
We met with Dr. Baeker yesterday and are in the process of developing an aggressive treatment plan. More to come on this in the next few days.
The tumor is a "nasty" tumor and re-occurrence is the overriding concern.
However the surgeon has indicated he got it all but please reread the last sentence. The overriding concern is it will come back. Nonetheless the fact that they got all that was there is great news!
Other positive stuff:
I am in relatively decent shape, which will help in the fight.
The tumor was a frontal tumor which is better than others.
We were in Lexington this morning for a follow up with the neurosurgeon. He indicated the staples could come out in few days, week at the most, once that happens he will release me to work, probably starting with half days.
I was released to drive and drove home from Lexington.
I can begin exercising and he even said I could start some "light" jogging. However on the way home I received an unsolicited 2nd opinion from Dr. Marti who said I would NOT start any jogging light or otherwise until the staples are out.
I have an appointment with Dr. Carlsen tomorrow to lay out a radiation plan.
And as always I have to say the prayers and positive thoughts are working. Thank you so much.
Bill and Marti,
ReplyDeleteBased on the experience we had with dad and his battle with GBM this is very encouraging news. We are praying for you all daily.
My sister became involved with a brain cancer awareness organization last year called Miles for Hope. It may provide some useful information. milesforhope.org
Sam,
The elevation profile for the run looks nothing like Florida. Don't they have bull dozers in Kentucky? See you in November.
Allan (Roberta's favorite son-in-law)
Wonderful, informative post. Thank you and good for Dr.Marti! Is Dr. Carlsen in Lexington or Danville? Just curious. We will be anxious to hear when it all will start. Keep us "posted", please. (Little pun).
ReplyDeleteExcellent that they got it all!! Fist bump, high five (make it ten), cha-ching.
ReplyDeleteAs long as the ran stays in the clouds, I will start jogging after work...the dogs will really just pull me down the street.
Jenn
Okay, Bob and Stephanie have registered for the race. Let the games begin.
ReplyDeleteI know Stephanie is going to enjoy the "Bob Pollom training regimen".