Hi Everyone
Our news was not great yesterday, although not all hope is lost. We are now off the magic pills. While they did work on the two small tumors that I have, shrinking them somewhat the last check up, this time the tumours stayed the same. The bad news was that the bone scan showed that the pills were not able to stop or reduce the cancer in the bones. The bone scan showed that the cancer has spread slightly into my hips and femor bones. Our Dr. feels now is the time for one last chance using another combination of drugs including more chemo and Herceptin (the drug we wanted in the first place). To get herceptin approved for me will be the challenge. Even though this drug has been successfully used for my type of cancer in other parts of the world, I don't fit into the BC Cancer Agency's guidelines (in B.C. it is available to breast cancer patients). We are hoping that they will make an exceptional ruling or we will travel elsewhere to get this treatment. Patty and I are very positive that something will work as I still feel very good most days. Yesterday was extra tough on Patty as she also caught her finger in the car door and had to go to the hospital for stiches and x-rays. Patty will update you more later if she is able to type. Again thanks for all the calls, emails, visits and prayers. Please keep them coming. Dallas
Friday, July 10, 2009
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Keep up the fight. We are praying for you.
Love you guys.
G&W
O.K.....that wasn't good news, no beans about it. I see your posted quote from Lance, please keep that in mind Big Guy. I know you're fighting hard.......wishing you good fishing, I'm sure you'll be out on cinnamon girl.
Hugs to you both......Eveline
Big D, it makes me mad when our country lags behind some others in cancer treatment, I have heard of great success's elsewhere. Get your passport ready, there is a lot to be hopeful for in other countries. Keep on fightin' big fella.
Hi Patty and Dallas
Its true - one has to be proactive when it comes to the medical community. Thinking about you and sending big hugs. Sorry to hear about Patty's finger - ouch.
Karin
Hey Big D. You have been mounting a good fight, keep it up. We are thinking of you always.
Darrell and Cindy
Hi Dallas,
Bummer. That damm cancer roller coaster keeps taking your breath away. Glad to hear that you keep purchasing a ticket and making the long climb to the top each round.
Good luck with the new treatment potential and if we can contribute in any way, it would be a privelige.
Hoping that you can still take deep breaths and savor the moment in the sun.
thinking of you, jim
Loved the quote from Lance... man, ain't it the truth? I admire your continued fightin' words and HOPE woven into the typed lines of your blogs. We'll never stop hoping and praying, and praying and hoping for you. Can't wait to be with you two on July 24! Conner and Fred are hoping for some fresh-caught 'mone on the grill. I'll bring the limes.
LOVE LOVE LOVE, the Clarks xoxox
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