Waiting for scan results
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Waiting for scan results

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    • May 20, 2017 at 3:23 pm
    Ridingaroundwith27Jennifers
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    Does anyone feel like waiting is sometimes the hardest part?  I had a CT scan last week and won't get results until Monday.  I'm also waiting for follow up MRI on the 31st.  This will be the first one post radiation for a brain met.  This is also the first CT since being on Nivolumab only from Ipi/Nivo combo.  I'm wondering if it is working or if I should be talking to them about looking at other treatment options.  Should I ask for a PET scan?  I've only had CT scan and I understand PET shows metabolic changes.  Thoughts?

    One last thing.  The hair loss post radiation was a big blow.  I didn't expect it to bother me so much.  I'm feeling much better now that I've cut my hair (think old lady cut) and have an appointment to get a wig.  I'm hoping it grows back but again the waiting.  

    Have a great day.

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