Tuesday, March 15, 2011
MRI Results
We met with the radiologist today to find out the results of the MRI which would show the effectiveness of the radiation. The whole brain radiation was the most aggressive line of treatment and given at the maximum level. The MRI yesterday showed no significant change in the brain. The lesions have not shrunk, reduced in number, or grown. They are "stable." There are no other options for treatment of the brain on this avenue. On any other avenue is not likely, but we will still consult the oncologist and the specialists in Chicago. I am back on a steroid 2x day to control swelling and make sure I don't get headaches. The goal is to be pain free as much as possible. There is no way to know what this all means as far as my prognosis except that it is grim news. We are now no longer able to count on medicine to help me, just prayer and the Lord. We will find out next week how the chemo is working and likely have some decisions to make. I spent time with my family today grieving, but now we will move on and continue to live each day to its fullest. It won't be easy. We appreciate all your strength and encouragement you send our way. We are planning some family outings and hoping to make some great memories this spring. I am convinced that God is still in control and I am choosing to trust Him,
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I was forwarded this from Allison Murray and I must tell you that you have the only attitude you can have, and that's your trust in God. I battled breast cancer, still have three years left before they'll call me cured, but for me the worst is over for now. Chemo was horrible and radiation is what it is. I know my faith got me through the worst of it and I know that having my son here to take care of me while my husband worked was the biggest blessing of all. You absolutely need to rely on friends and family. I'm a giver, not a taker, so if you have any of that giving personality, DO NOT HESITATE to call on anyone to help you. You're going to need it and we cannot let our pride get in the way.
ReplyDeleteI will add you to my prayer list and I will check in to see how things are going. Blogging is a good way to chronicle your journey, I wish I had. God bless you and may you find peace and comfort in his outstretched arms.
Melodie Connelly
We are all trusting in God Lisa to heal your body. I/WE will not give up, ever. You are one of the strongest people I know and having you as a niece has been awesome. You have inspired me in so many ways and I expect that from you for a long time to come. From the time you were born, you were special. You came fast and your life has been that way ever since. You have shown your students how to be wonderful people and I know they will carry that throughout their lives. Now, if you can show me how to get organized like you then I would be happy. I must tell you that is going to take a long time to do soooooo....I love you Sweetie, Aunt T
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