This is very good news (and is consistent with the blessings and promptings we've already had).
The results of Rebecca's ultrasonic-guided needle aspiration of her lymph nodes are NEGATIVE! YEAAAH!
Tomorrow, we have a biopsy of the second mass, which was classified as "low suspicion" by the MRI. On Wednesday, we have a PET/CT scan to determine in anything has spread to bones, liver, lungs, etc., which seems highly unlikely.
On Thursday, we meet with the oncologist to go over all of the results and finalize our treatment plan to start on Friday. If the remaining tests come out favorable, and we have every expectation that they will, Rebecca will likely begin chemotherapy on Friday to shrink the tumor. That's about 4 1/2 months of chemo before a lumpectomy, followed by radiation.
We are anxious to get started and get this behind us, but we have strong spiritual assurances that everything will be OK. We just have to endure this trial.
Mark.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Dad's Update - March 3, 2008
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Thanks Shelby for thinking about including us. We love you all and have faith that all will be well. You are constantly in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. We were so grateful that the news yesterday was positive. Keep in touch. We send love, hugs an kisses.
Sue and fam
I am so happy that the tests are coming out so well. What a beautiful blog, Shelby -- you can sense the incredible outpouring of love just by going there! Rebecca, you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I am so blessed to know you and I admire your courage and faith! Remember to plug your nose when you jump into the pool on Friday :)
xo,
Celia
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