Amy's (Deb's sister) Update: January 3rd, 2008: 21:00 EST
Debbie went for another MRI today. The swelling is down significantly and the tumor has not grown in size over the last two weeks. She has a second opinion scheduled tomorrow at 11 a.m. PST with Dr. Yu, the doctor who did her initial surgery, to find out whether he thinks she can have surgery. If surgery is not possible, she will likely try another chemo drug, Avastin, which has been extremely successful in treating recurrent tumors.
Debbie has been feeling much better these days now that the swelling is down. She will hopefully send an update in the next few days. Her mom is leaving CA tomorrow and her dad is arriving in CA this evening. Keep the prayers and positive thoughts coming. The comments and get-well-wishes really keep her going. Lots of love, Deb.
Keep up the fight!
Amy
6 comments:
Deb and family,
Thanks for the update. I am glad that swelling is going down, and the tumor is not showing growth. That is a good sign.
Keep the faith.....keep conserving energy for what is really important.
Sending beacons,
Bea
Absolutely FABULOUS! I've always been a fan of shrinkage!!
Love ya man!
Mol
Thanks for the update Amy!!! Glad to hear there hasn't been any growth and that Deb is feeling better!Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!
Love,
Nikki
Debbie,Good to know your mom has been with and your dad is arriving as she departs it helps to have them with you. As always you are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care. Thanks for the update Amy always appreciated!
Our love to you and your family.
Larry and Priscilla
Debbie met with Dr. Yu this afternoon and got some very encouraging news. He was optimistic that he could operate and remove the tumor. The current plan is for Deb to go on Avastin as soon as possible, continue taking steroids to keep the swelling down, have a repeat MRI in about 6 weeks, then possibly have surgery at that point. Debbie will post more details soon.
Hi Deb: I think of you a lot and am so grateful to Amy for giving us the latest update. You are in my prayers. Always, Maureen
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