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Thanks alot you guys.....love the positive feedback. (except I'm still not sure about Rock.....:D)
Well two bits of news regarding my medical condition.
1. The latest cat scan can find NO sign of the original tumors in my chest...save for something they believe is a fluid filled liver cyst and not related to my cancer. In other words....the chemo is, and has been working EXCELLENTLY in my case. My doctor spoke to me today about the possibility of a break in my chemotherapy. And it's the very first time we have EVER heard him talk about a future as though I will actually have one. Apparently the numbers for such a great response are very small so we feel even MORE positive about it these days. :) :thumbsup:
ROCK ON!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
2. Mr Hound is taking me in for a blood transfusion tomorrow so I won't be around for the day. The anemia has gotten too low and is affecting my heart rate and since the insurance company won't pay for ProCrit injections this is the next step. I'm told I'll feel "like a whole new person" after they transfuse 2 units so it's really a good thing.
We talked to the doc today about "post chemo" plan. It feels amazing even to say those words. We will do the blood transfusion and then two more chemos (totaling six). Then he will do a PET scan (bit different from CAT scan and don't ask me how because we do not use that type of scan in animals.) The PET scan will tell him if there are any more cancer cells remaining in my body. There is actually a possiblity that the cancer will gone from my body completely. A CHANCE. I find this amazing.
We are not by ANY means talking "cure." But my doctors ARE beginning to use words like "remission" and what kind of treatments, exams etc they would do if I were to continue along the same line with the same excellent results we've been getting so far.
There is absolutely NO way to know if/when it will come back.....BUT.....just for today........we have kicked it's butt. And that feels pretty good. :) :)
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Originally Posted by Weedhound
Thanks alot you guys.....love the positive feedback. (except I'm still not sure about Rock.....:D)
Well two bits of news regarding my medical condition.
1. The latest cat scan can find NO sign of the original tumors in my chest...save for something they believe is a fluid filled liver cyst and not related to my cancer. In other words....the chemo is, and has been working EXCELLENTLY in my case. My doctor spoke to me today about the possibility of a break in my chemotherapy. And it's the very first time I have EVER heard him talk about a future as though I will actually have one. Apparently the numbers for such a great response are very small so we feel even MORE positive about it these days. :) :thumbsup:
ROCK ON!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
2. Mr Hound is taking me in for a blood transfusion tomorrow so I won't be around for the day. The anemia has gotten too low and is affecting my heart rate and since the insurance company won't pay for ProCrit injections this is the next step. I'm told I'll feel "like a whole new person" after they transfuse 2 units so it's really a good thing.
We talked to the doc today about "post chemo" plan. It feels amazing even to say those words. We will do the blood transfusion and then two more chemos (totaling six). Then he will do a PET scan (bit different from CAT scan and don't ask me how because we do not use that type of scan in animals.) The PET scan will tell him if there are any more cancer cells remaining in my body. There is actually a possiblity that the cancer will gone from my body completely. A CHANCE. I find this amazing.
We are not by ANY means talking "cure." But my doctors ARE beginning to use words like "remission" and what kind of treatments, exams etc they would do if I were to continue along the same line with the same excellent results we've been getting so far.
There is absolutely NO way to know if/when it will come back.....BUT.....just for today........we have kicked it's butt. And that feels pretty good. :) :)
This is fantastic!! for you to have had such a great response to the chemo. Hopefully with regular checkups you can force it back into remission even if it isn't permanently gone from your body.
This is great news! I bet that felt like a big weight lifted off you hearing your doctor talk like that.
:hippy:
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Originally Posted by Weedhound
Thanks alot you guys.....love the positive feedback. (except I'm still not sure about Rock.....:D)
Well two bits of news regarding my medical condition.
1. The latest cat scan can find NO sign of the original tumors in my chest...save for something they believe is a fluid filled liver cyst and not related to my cancer. In other words....the chemo is, and has been working EXCELLENTLY in my case. My doctor spoke to me today about the possibility of a break in my chemotherapy. And it's the very first time we have EVER heard him talk about a future as though I will actually have one. Apparently the numbers for such a great response are very small so we feel even MORE positive about it these days. :) :thumbsup:
ROCK ON!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
2. Mr Hound is taking me in for a blood transfusion tomorrow so I won't be around for the day. The anemia has gotten too low and is affecting my heart rate and since the insurance company won't pay for ProCrit injections this is the next step. I'm told I'll feel "like a whole new person" after they transfuse 2 units so it's really a good thing.
We talked to the doc today about "post chemo" plan. It feels amazing even to say those words. We will do the blood transfusion and then two more chemos (totaling six). Then he will do a PET scan (bit different from CAT scan and don't ask me how because we do not use that type of scan in animals.) The PET scan will tell him if there are any more cancer cells remaining in my body. There is actually a possiblity that the cancer will gone from my body completely. A CHANCE. I find this amazing.
We are not by ANY means talking "cure." But my doctors ARE beginning to use words like "remission" and what kind of treatments, exams etc they would do if I were to continue along the same line with the same excellent results we've been getting so far.
There is absolutely NO way to know if/when it will come back.....BUT.....just for today........we have kicked it's butt. And that feels pretty good. :) :)
It's a darn good thing that I'm not the kind of guy who says " I told you so.:jumphappy::jumphappy::jumphappy::jumphappy:
Weeze
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Originally Posted by Weedhound
Thanks alot you guys.....love the positive feedback. (except I'm still not sure about Rock.....:D)
Well two bits of news regarding my medical condition.
1. The latest cat scan can find NO sign of the original tumors in my chest...save for something they believe is a fluid filled liver cyst and not related to my cancer. In other words....the chemo is, and has been working EXCELLENTLY in my case. My doctor spoke to me today about the possibility of a break in my chemotherapy. And it's the very first time we have EVER heard him talk about a future as though I will actually have one. Apparently the numbers for such a great response are very small so we feel even MORE positive about it these days. :) :thumbsup:
ROCK ON!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
2. Mr Hound is taking me in for a blood transfusion tomorrow so I won't be around for the day. The anemia has gotten too low and is affecting my heart rate and since the insurance company won't pay for ProCrit injections this is the next step. I'm told I'll feel "like a whole new person" after they transfuse 2 units so it's really a good thing.
We talked to the doc today about "post chemo" plan. It feels amazing even to say those words. We will do the blood transfusion and then two more chemos (totaling six). Then he will do a PET scan (bit different from CAT scan and don't ask me how because we do not use that type of scan in animals.) The PET scan will tell him if there are any more cancer cells remaining in my body. There is actually a possiblity that the cancer will gone from my body completely. A CHANCE. I find this amazing.
We are not by ANY means talking "cure." But my doctors ARE beginning to use words like "remission" and what kind of treatments, exams etc they would do if I were to continue along the same line with the same excellent results we've been getting so far.
There is absolutely NO way to know if/when it will come back.....BUT.....just for today........we have kicked it's butt. And that feels pretty good. :) :)
Weedhound, This is the best news I've heard in a while, and on a day full of news stories....
I'm so inspired by your will, to fight on through tough times...
And know friend, I will always be a willing corner man in any of your fights or if you just need anything HOLLA....
You've definitely put a smile on my face and hope in my heart...My prayers and best wishes to you and your family...
D:thumbsup:
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Originally Posted by Weedhound
Thanks alot you guys.....love the positive feedback. (except I'm still not sure about Rock.....:D)
Well two bits of news regarding my medical condition.
1. The latest cat scan can find NO sign of the original tumors in my chest...save for something they believe is a fluid filled liver cyst and not related to my cancer. In other words....the chemo is, and has been working EXCELLENTLY in my case. My doctor spoke to me today about the possibility of a break in my chemotherapy. And it's the very first time we have EVER heard him talk about a future as though I will actually have one. Apparently the numbers for such a great response are very small so we feel even MORE positive about it these days. :) :thumbsup:
ROCK ON!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
2. Mr Hound is taking me in for a blood transfusion tomorrow so I won't be around for the day. The anemia has gotten too low and is affecting my heart rate and since the insurance company won't pay for ProCrit injections this is the next step. I'm told I'll feel "like a whole new person" after they transfuse 2 units so it's really a good thing.
We talked to the doc today about "post chemo" plan. It feels amazing even to say those words. We will do the blood transfusion and then two more chemos (totaling six). Then he will do a PET scan (bit different from CAT scan and don't ask me how because we do not use that type of scan in animals.) The PET scan will tell him if there are any more cancer cells remaining in my body. There is actually a possiblity that the cancer will gone from my body completely. A CHANCE. I find this amazing.
We are not by ANY means talking "cure." But my doctors ARE beginning to use words like "remission" and what kind of treatments, exams etc they would do if I were to continue along the same line with the same excellent results we've been getting so far.
There is absolutely NO way to know if/when it will come back.....BUT.....just for today........we have kicked it's butt. And that feels pretty good. :) :)
Weedy, this is the best news any friend of yours coulda hoped for, and I mean it!
I am Elated!
again, You are an inspiration!, let us now count the ways:D
and yeah, I know, I know, those plants look too nice to be mine...:wtf:
well,,, they are.
Yeah, its me, Miss Smartazz:cool:
Rock.:stoned:
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YYYIIIPPP!!!!!!!!!YYYYIIIPPPPP!!!!!YYYIIIIIIPPPPPE EEEEIIIIIIOOOOO!!!!!!!~~~~~~~Hey Girl!!!~~When I Read That,,, That,,,,Awesome New's,, It Brought A Tear Of Joy, For You & Mr.Hound!!!!~~~That Was A Hard Place For Ya'll To Have To Be & Go Through,,I'm Sure Ya'll Are Strong, But With This Great New's, The Strength Has Rose \~~~`-`~~~/ Best Of Luck `~`Later`~`Hatch`~`:thumbsup::thumbsup::hippy::hip py:
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And that's why they call it 'the present'.
Great to hear positive news. Good thoughts and positive vibs going out to the Hounds!
Much Love,
Shovelhandle
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Rock.....I'm still suspicious.....:D
Weeze...yes you told me so .....we hung on to your story......and still do....;)
Hatch.....you're just a nut.....but a fine nut indeed :D
Dai....thanks......you're right that it may never be gone......but at least these days I feel I have weapons to fight with and yes, we are VERY pleased with the news.
Shov.....After the transfusion, although I was still tired, I could both take a big HUGE gulp of air AND not faint at the same time. Seriously, what more could you ask for? :)
Last tidbit: We did NOT make 10oz on Ike. :(. Her final weight came out to 262 grams...9oz, 10 grams. :) So she IS a personal best (:thumbsup:) but missed ten by a few grams. I will have pics later. :)
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Cancer-0 Weedhound-2
Fuckin go girl! Kick that shits ass!!!
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Heh heh....thanks WT. Your statement about weed assisting cancer REALLY has me wondering if there was some sort of connection. And I still do wonder........There was an April 2007 study on cancers (NOT my type mind you) where mice were injected with large amounts of cannabis (and had already been injected with cancer cells) and they got approximately [B]50% more tumor shrinkage in the mice given the large amounts of cannabis during threatment.[B] Apparently the mice were stoned (stumbling around, munchies etc... ) so it would have to be a big dose.
AND.....from what I have read, certain compounds in cannabis can "block" certain receptors that have something to do with either the dividing cells or the blood supply to the tumor......don't have that one down 100%. I am simply PONTIFICATING here....:jointsmile:.....but I have wondered why....if say cannabis WERE part of the reason I responded so well to chemo.....why did it not prevent my tumors in the first place.
To further up on my stoned theory I came up with a couple thoughts. (that's amazing all by itself!! :D) They are 1. I eat/capsule several grams of cannabis daily. I do NOT smoke it......but I DO ingest it. ALOT as we all know. My point here is this.....I take big doses consistently. More than most people can smoke. I personally.....even if I had PERFECT lungs.......could not smoke the amount of cannabis daily that I can ingest when eating. So smoking it isn't enough of a dose......you must ingest a larger amount regularly.
2. My understanding is that THC itself is only one of many compounds in cannabis so perhaps it is NOT the cannaboid that blocks the receptors in question. (complete guess here) I know there have been many tests run with Marinol (pure thc) but what if that were NOT the actual cannaboid that was needed for blocking? What if it were one of the many OTHER cannaboids in the weed?
3. What if you need to use them in conjunction with standard chemo......they simply block certain receptors, which then allow the chemo meds to do their job more effectively. Does this at make sense to anyone?
Weezard if you read this....how much ganja do you ingest daily and how? Maybe I should start a thread asking..........
A million and one "what ifs"? But I find myself wondering..........all thoughts (even laughing at) welcome. :)
