Well, it's been a nice 4-month break but I think I jinxed us! I really do! I was talking with a dear friend last week & going on and on about how well Blake was doing! That same night, he had such severe abdominal pain I was sure we'd end up in the ER. Thankfully, no ER and in typical Blake fashion, he was up & off to work the next morning.
Blake saw Dr. Whisenant last Friday.... the machine that processes the tumor marker (CEA) broke down so we weren't able to find out the CEA and without that and based on his symptoms, they felt it was best to order a PET scan which was completed Tuesday morning.
On Tuesday, we found out that tumor marker jumped, increasing from 2.4 to 4.2. :( The PET showed 2 tumors with SUV (standard uptake value - aka "hot spots.") Anything over 2.5-3 ish is usually active cancer. The two spots were 8.3 & 5.0 which means they are active/growing.
We knew this was only a "break" but......... (how do I say this?...) it simply BITES!
Of course, starting back on chemo is completely Blakes decision and with his typical awesome attitude, he said "well, I guess the break is over" and, "I guess it's time to get back to work!" Next week, Blake will have chemo & will continue every other week until the next break. Everyone at the chemo center is wonderful and it will be nice to see them again - wish it was just to say HI!
In October, it will be 4 years since Blake was diagnosed with this horrid disease. Did you hear that? 4! F.O.U.R. YEARS! He's faced the beast on his own terms and has amazed the experts. He's officially "messing with the stats!"
Fight on, My Dear Sweet Man (tough, rugged and handsome too!) Fight On!
Live, Laugh & Love,
Kathy
PS. Just a shout out to our awesome kids!! Jess, Dal & girls will be welcoming their daughter within the next few weeks.... so exciting! Tanner is busy working @ UP and being a bachelor. Jenny is busy working and is continuing her education at SLCC. Cody is feeling much better and is excited to start SUU next week and Danielle is looking into school opportunities, working and has a new baby... a PUPPY! LOL!!
Blake saw Dr. Whisenant last Friday.... the machine that processes the tumor marker (CEA) broke down so we weren't able to find out the CEA and without that and based on his symptoms, they felt it was best to order a PET scan which was completed Tuesday morning.
On Tuesday, we found out that tumor marker jumped, increasing from 2.4 to 4.2. :( The PET showed 2 tumors with SUV (standard uptake value - aka "hot spots.") Anything over 2.5-3 ish is usually active cancer. The two spots were 8.3 & 5.0 which means they are active/growing.
We knew this was only a "break" but......... (how do I say this?...) it simply BITES!
Of course, starting back on chemo is completely Blakes decision and with his typical awesome attitude, he said "well, I guess the break is over" and, "I guess it's time to get back to work!" Next week, Blake will have chemo & will continue every other week until the next break. Everyone at the chemo center is wonderful and it will be nice to see them again - wish it was just to say HI!
In October, it will be 4 years since Blake was diagnosed with this horrid disease. Did you hear that? 4! F.O.U.R. YEARS! He's faced the beast on his own terms and has amazed the experts. He's officially "messing with the stats!"
Fight on, My Dear Sweet Man (tough, rugged and handsome too!) Fight On!
Live, Laugh & Love,
Kathy
PS. Just a shout out to our awesome kids!! Jess, Dal & girls will be welcoming their daughter within the next few weeks.... so exciting! Tanner is busy working @ UP and being a bachelor. Jenny is busy working and is continuing her education at SLCC. Cody is feeling much better and is excited to start SUU next week and Danielle is looking into school opportunities, working and has a new baby... a PUPPY! LOL!!
So sorry to hear your wonderful summer has come to an abrupt halt. He's one hell of a strong man and one that is perfect for making miracles happen. Keep fighting and let me know if there is anything I can do to help you guys!
ReplyDeleteLynne
I agree, it bites!
ReplyDeleteMountains cannot be surmounted except by winding paths.
--Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Hugs!
Gary and Cindy
Thinking of you.....
ReplyDelete--Lisa Brenner
Just a note to let you all know we are here. This could be just another bump in the road! Blake is one strong dude with a GREAT outlook. We know in our hearts he can beat this damn monster within.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever read the Secret? I will send it home with Dallas today. Start on page 125 and keep reading over and over!!! We love you guys. We need to get together and laugh. It is the BEST medicine.
Ron & Lorri