Results

by Veronica on July 9, 2008

I had a whole long post written in my head, but then Amy went to bed and my tiredness schwacked me in the head, so I will be brief.

Biopsy showed that the tumour is definitely cancer. The tumour is covering all three of the major openings to Nan’s left lung, so surgery would require the whole lung to be removed.

But, surgery is a possibility, depending entirely on the results of a PET scan. PET scans take about a fortnight to book into too (waiting list) and we will have to travel to Melbourne to get it done.

Then, after we get THOSE results, treatment options can be discussed.

The good news though? The cancer is a “squamous cell non-small cell lung cancer” which means that it is a slower growing cancer. (Name is provided for anyone wanting to google it or whatever. Also for Mum).

So, I need everyone to pray that the nodules of possible cancer that the CT scan picked up are not in fact actual cancer. I need you to pray that the lymph nodes are not involved. I need you to pray that the pain Nan is feeling in her side is not the cancer moving to her bones.

Okay? Because having the PET scan show that those things haven’t happened would be fantastic.

And I need that right now.

Taz July 9, 2008 at 7:29 pm: i pray for the very best for you hun and your family..

u/s today.. YAY

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Kelley July 9, 2008 at 8:54 pm: Will have a chat with the almighty smiter. And I promise to not flip him the bird.

Or ceiling cat. Apparently he has magical powers too…

<3

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frogpondsrock July 9, 2008 at 9:17 pm: Hugs Sweetheart,

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Lou July 9, 2008 at 9:55 pm: One prayer down, several more prayers to go.

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Mrs. C July 9, 2008 at 10:04 pm: I’m sorry everyone is going through this. Prayers for your gran-mum and family.

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Bettina July 9, 2008 at 10:13 pm: your request is my prayer.

hugs

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witchypoo July 9, 2008 at 10:16 pm: Yes, darlin, I will be including all of you in my dreamtime healing sessions.

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Marylin July 9, 2008 at 10:27 pm: Oh sweetheart, I’m so sorry. I’ll keep your Nan in my thoughts hon.

((hugs)) xxx
Burgh Baby July 9, 2008 at 10:45 pm: Ugh. My thoughts are with y’all.
Jayne July 9, 2008 at 11:40 pm: (((hugs)))

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Jenty July 9, 2008 at 11:41 pm: I really really pray that the results are good.

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Trish July 9, 2008 at 11:43 pm: hugs to you,Kim and Nan. Saying a few prayers too.
Hope the PET has better news.
Suzie July 9, 2008 at 11:52 pm: ((hugs)) my thoughts are with you and your family. You deserve some good news.

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Anja July 10, 2008 at 12:03 am: Oh heck, that is not what you wanted to hear. Sweetie, do not stress over this. Your bubby doesn’t need the stress. Huge hugs to you and your mum.
jessica @pianomomsicle July 10, 2008 at 12:10 am: i’m sorry, pretty lady. i’m praying for her and your whole family!
Leigh July 10, 2008 at 12:14 am: <> wishing for the best

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Maddy July 10, 2008 at 12:55 am: I hope wishing can make it happen.
Best wishes

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Slick July 10, 2008 at 2:02 am: You have my most positive thought. Sorry you and your family is going through this…

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nikki July 10, 2008 at 2:13 am: I’m still praying!

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Mr Lady July 10, 2008 at 2:37 am: Dude, FUCK! Thinking of you, for sure.

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Ree July 10, 2008 at 2:51 am: Of course darlin. All those thoughts you need and more.

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Sarcastic Mom July 10, 2008 at 3:57 am: “So, I need everyone to pray that the nodules of possible cancer that the CT scan picked up are not in fact actual cancer. I need you to pray that the lymph nodes are not involved. I need you to pray that the pain Nan is feeling in her side is not the cancer moving to her bones.”

It is done. And I’ll keep the prayer going in my head until I hear from you on it again.

<3

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Hyphen Mama July 10, 2008 at 4:14 am: Yes. Yes. Sending prayers, healing energy and best wishes. Slow growing. Not spreading.

HUGE {{hugs}} to you all.

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Xbox4NappyRash July 10, 2008 at 5:11 am: It will all come good, I’m sure of it.

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Barbara July 10, 2008 at 5:51 am: I’m praying as hard as I can. I’m thinking of you and your mum and your nan lots.

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Tanya July 10, 2008 at 8:10 am: If it is a slow growing one then there is a little more time to work out treatment which will make all the difference.

Good luck, now it is time to pray and hope.
Angela July 10, 2008 at 11:34 am: Veronica, my thoughts and prayers are reaching out to Nan now!
Sharon July 10, 2008 at 1:28 pm: Well those were ‘good’ results insofar as a positive for cancer can be good. I’m hoping the PET scan is even better and that treatment will give your Nan a whole lot of years to enjoy.

Hugs to you all
Katie July 10, 2008 at 1:54 pm: I’m so sorry to hear this news. You are all in my thoughts. *hug*
Nicky July 10, 2008 at 1:54 pm: Consider it done. Thoughts are with ya!

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river July 10, 2008 at 6:58 pm: I’ll be lighting a brand new special candle for your Nan tonight and every night until we hear the PET results. Healing wishes coming her way.
tiff July 10, 2008 at 10:47 pm: Praying hard over here in the mainland.
Hugs Veronica, to you, your mum and your Nan.

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Tara July 11, 2008 at 9:50 am: HUGS to you and your family, Veronica. I can’t imagine how difficult this must be.

{{{{HUGS}}}}}
SusanB July 11, 2008 at 10:55 am: Prayers, thoughts, and good vibes sent to you and yours from me and mine. I’ll be wishing and hoping for the best for you all.

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katef July 11, 2008 at 2:01 pm: all fingers and toes crossed here…. *hugs*

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Kat July 11, 2008 at 2:42 pm: I’m with Kelley, I’m going to pray to ceiling cat. But you got my intention that things are better when they get another look.
Hugs!

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Widdle Shamrock July 12, 2008 at 7:27 pm: Hugs and prayers.

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Sandy (Momisodes) July 15, 2008 at 8:09 am: I am so sorry to hear. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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janethesane July 17, 2008 at 1:15 pm: I wish your Nan the best results and if it is cancer the best possible outcome. And hugs to you.

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