Struggling but moving the right way



Test Levels

Here is a graph of the blood tests for tumor marker CA27.29

It is telling you, that at a point in time when the Onc didn't expect to see any decrease in the tumor levels they are dropping.  Getting well below the 50 mark would score a "normal" rating.

My feelings: this is because of all the wonderful people praying for me, offering help with meals, housework, kids, laundry and sending love.

My (non-medical) opinion of what will happen:  I will continue to get "sick" after treatments.  I think it will build up and get tougher as time goes on, but it is still nothing compared to chemo.  I will get through the treatment that is needed, and earn my NED status.

My hope: Someone can explain why my joints are hurting so much, find a solution and I will feel better.

Go Green!

I tried something new today:

Doctor's News: Recurrance. It's Mets.

Oh my broken heart.
I got my results.  I have spots on my breastbone and back. 
I will have an echo on Monday.  Scheduling a biopsy and port ASAP.
Will take Herceptin and Taxol.

I am crushed.
I can't eat.
I can't sleep for more than a few hours.
I can't believe it.
I can't believe it.

God willing, I will raise my kids, but it doesn't feel good.
I am scared.
I am lonely even with my friends and family all around.
I have cancer.
Again.