My mom had the MRI of her head done yesterday 4/14 to see if the cancer had spread to her brain. Unfortunately, due to a couple of emergencies at the hospital, she was not able to get the results yesterday. The results did come in today and I am glad to say there was no sign of cancer in her brain. The doctor explained to us that the big concern with kidney cancer getting into the brain is that it tends to bleed more often than other forms of cancer that normally just cause lumps. We also saw the oncologist yesterday and got some promising information. Mom's hemoglobin count went up from 8 to 11.5, which is very good. The doc said that the transfusion that she received brought the hemoglobin up, but that her body is keeping it up and not allowing it to drop back down. Great news! She will be going back in for an echocardiogram in 2 weeks.
Mom is feeling and looking better. She has more energy most days and is still enjoying the lovely art of vacuuming. Tyler (her grandson) arrived last night from Georgia to spend the week with her, which was a suprise to her. She doesn't get to see him as often as she would like, so this was a special treat.
As usual, if there is anything new or that I forgot, I will let you all know.
From myself, my sister, Sally and Mom, thank you all for the love and support...It means a great deal.
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Excellent news guys and what a special treat seeing Tyler to top it off. Go hemoglobin go!
ReplyDeleteHey everyone, this is such great news! You have to love my sister, "Go hemoglobin go!" I love it.
ReplyDeleteI want you all to know that I am thinking of you and I love you. I'm sending positive thoughts your way..big hugs! Love, Angela
Oh and BTW this was an account I set up for work. It's not real ~ my favorite song is not the theme song for COPS!
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