PET Results, Chemo Plan
Just returned from the oncologist, and the great news is that the PET scan found no signs of cancer in other parts of Sara’s body. We are delighted, and grateful. Sara will share more about that in a moment.
As a guy, I figure some of you want to know more about the nuts and bolts of treating Sara’s cancer. It’s actually quite amazing the stuff they can do, and how many treatments have been developed very recently.
On March 10, Sara will begin chemotherapy, followed by radiation and two other treatments. Here’s what the plan looks like:
First, 4 treatments of AC chemo occurring every three weeks (12 weeks). This is the kick-your-butt & make you sick chemo.
Next, Taxol & Herceptin every week for 12 weeks. Won’t make her as sick.
Next, daily radiation treatments for 6 weeks.
Next, Herceptin doses every three weeks for 39 weeks.
Next, Tamoxifen pills daily for 5 years.
Thanks for the prayers and encouragement. We are glad to be at the point where we know everything, and can move forward into battle against this thing.
-Christopher
on February 22, 2008 on 5:37 pm
I am PRAISING GOD for this great news and have been praying constantly. Thanks so much for letting us know.
Love, C
on February 22, 2008 on 5:52 pm
WAHOO! Great news! Curt and I are absolutely rejoicing with you that there was no cancer found in any other parts of Sara’s body. We are also relieved that you now have a plan to attack the cancer. We will continue to pray that God gives you strength in the upcoming months ahead.
Love,
Rachel and Curt