Yesterday’s appointment with my oncologist offered up good news and not so good news. As of right now, no tumors are present; however, microscopic cancer cells are sighted in my blood. On a scale from 100-0, these cells in my blood rate 4.6, so that’s good. I’ll have these blood tests, every few weeks. My next one is scheduled for this coming Tuesday.
Within each of us, our immune systems have two genes that stop cancer cells from multiplying. Unfortunately, mine have mutated and are dysfunctional.
With that information, my ability to muster my sense of courage had need of a boost. In fact, at times, my name seems synonymous with Colonel Custer. Then again, I continue to keep my spirit afloat by counting my blessings, of which there are many.
On the positive side, no tumors sighted suggest no reason to start chemo, so I can leave for the Coast in two weeks, as planned. Upon our return, a PET scan and chest CT will, once again, be scheduled. If nothing unwelcome appears then we’ll stay clear of chemo, again.
And as I can feel my lack of energy refueling, little by little, day by day, I’m planning to enjoy time spent with family and friends, all of whom, following three years of absence due to cancer and COVID, are eagerly awaiting our arrival,
Tis definitely time for change for the better! And how!
Annie
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