“Only” two more brain tumors
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“Only” two more brain tumors

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    • October 29, 2011 at 12:41 am
    nickmac56
    Participant

    it's kind of funny how you can get so used to bad news, that something like two small brain tumors is kind of a relief. The scans tody showed that all 7 previously treated tumors are melting – but there were two new ones. It could have been much worse – like a whole bunch of them and then we'd have the whole brain radiation discussion. But "only" two. "Scan and zap" said my wife – so yes, next week she has Cyberknife on them. Ain't technology grand?

    it's kind of funny how you can get so used to bad news, that something like two small brain tumors is kind of a relief. The scans tody showed that all 7 previously treated tumors are melting – but there were two new ones. It could have been much worse – like a whole bunch of them and then we'd have the whole brain radiation discussion. But "only" two. "Scan and zap" said my wife – so yes, next week she has Cyberknife on them. Ain't technology grand?

    So it seems that nothwitsstanding active CNS disease – the brain part is being controlled. That just leaves the uncontrolled spinal involvement  – so at least we can concentrate our efforts.

    Nick

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      • October 29, 2011 at 2:04 am
      mombase
      Participant

      Yes, technology IS grand. This news sounds so much more hopeful than the news from a few days ago. This must be a huge relief to both Meagan and you! I am so happy for you both!

      Cristy, Stage IV

      • October 29, 2011 at 2:04 am
      mombase
      Participant

      Yes, technology IS grand. This news sounds so much more hopeful than the news from a few days ago. This must be a huge relief to both Meagan and you! I am so happy for you both!

      Cristy, Stage IV

      • October 29, 2011 at 2:04 am
      mombase
      Participant

      Yes, technology IS grand. This news sounds so much more hopeful than the news from a few days ago. This must be a huge relief to both Meagan and you! I am so happy for you both!

      Cristy, Stage IV

      • October 29, 2011 at 2:12 pm
      King
      Participant

      Nick,

      You and your wife have amazing attitudes and such determination.  When I'm on MPIP and see a post from you, I always read it.  Unfortunately, I'm usually speechless as how to respond.

      Thanks for keeping us updated.  I'm sure many are following your story.

      Enjoy this bit of good news.

      Stay Strong
      King

      Stage IV 7/05  Liver mets

      • October 29, 2011 at 2:12 pm
      King
      Participant

      Nick,

      You and your wife have amazing attitudes and such determination.  When I'm on MPIP and see a post from you, I always read it.  Unfortunately, I'm usually speechless as how to respond.

      Thanks for keeping us updated.  I'm sure many are following your story.

      Enjoy this bit of good news.

      Stay Strong
      King

      Stage IV 7/05  Liver mets

      • October 29, 2011 at 2:12 pm
      King
      Participant

      Nick,

      You and your wife have amazing attitudes and such determination.  When I'm on MPIP and see a post from you, I always read it.  Unfortunately, I'm usually speechless as how to respond.

      Thanks for keeping us updated.  I'm sure many are following your story.

      Enjoy this bit of good news.

      Stay Strong
      King

      Stage IV 7/05  Liver mets

      • October 29, 2011 at 9:46 pm
      Fen
      Participant

      King is right, Nick.  I don't reply to your posts, but each one brings additional prayers.  I am in awe of your family and the love that you and your wife have instilled in your sons.   Please keep us updated.

      fen

        • October 29, 2011 at 11:44 pm
        NYKaren
        Participant

        I just read your profile, Nick.  I see that we both have sons that came home from distant colleges because of their mothers' melanoma.  That's pretty Grand!

        I too wish you both the best and look forward to reading your updates.

        karen

        • October 29, 2011 at 11:44 pm
        NYKaren
        Participant

        I just read your profile, Nick.  I see that we both have sons that came home from distant colleges because of their mothers' melanoma.  That's pretty Grand!

        I too wish you both the best and look forward to reading your updates.

        karen

        • October 29, 2011 at 11:44 pm
        NYKaren
        Participant

        I just read your profile, Nick.  I see that we both have sons that came home from distant colleges because of their mothers' melanoma.  That's pretty Grand!

        I too wish you both the best and look forward to reading your updates.

        karen

      • October 29, 2011 at 9:46 pm
      Fen
      Participant

      King is right, Nick.  I don't reply to your posts, but each one brings additional prayers.  I am in awe of your family and the love that you and your wife have instilled in your sons.   Please keep us updated.

      fen

      • October 29, 2011 at 9:46 pm
      Fen
      Participant

      King is right, Nick.  I don't reply to your posts, but each one brings additional prayers.  I am in awe of your family and the love that you and your wife have instilled in your sons.   Please keep us updated.

      fen

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