Good News!

After another 3 months of chemo, her scan results are good.  The goal of the last 3 months was to maintain as she was on a less aggressive treatment plan to hold the cancer at bay.  And, there was no change in the growth of the tumors; exactly as expected.  All reason to celebrate, and breathe a sigh of relief & thank God for answering our prayers!  

As I mentioned back in September, her spleen is enlarged, and this scan showed it is enlarged further. In addition, she has fluid near/around her spleen.  The doctors don't seem to be too concerned, explaining that this organ sits right near the diseased liver - many reasons why this could be.  He would like to watch it closer; she will have a repeat scan in mid-February (after 4 more treatments - about 8 weeks from now).  Mom is having a little discomfort from it; she tends to notice the after she has eaten (enlarged spleen is near her stomach causing less room & feeling of bloating).  She is going to have a follow-up with her surgeon next week to have an ultrasound & see how much fluid is actually there.  The doctor will make a recommendation from there on next steps.

After all of this, Mom is back to her treatment today...same treatment plan.  As I have explained in past posts, she is doing well, all-in-all, with the side effects even through the treatment is emotionally & physically draining.  But, just like typically Sharon, she powers through it and doesn't let anything stop her from preparing for the holiday season ahead.  We will remember & celebrate this holiday with gratefulness for the support of family & friends!

God Bless and Merry Christmas.