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Theresa called me on her way back from her appointment today (Thursday). She was in good spirits, as usual .
She got the staples out, which she was very happy about.
She also received the results of the biopsies that they did while in surgery. It turns out that the other small nodules they had found on her liver are carcinoid tumors as well. This wasn't surprising news to Theresa since she had been told this was more than likely. They also confirmed that she has Carcinoid Syndrome, which people with Carcinoid tumors sometimes get. This explains many of the unexplained problems that she's had for quite a while (remember - she may have had this for 5 to 10 years already).
They are able to treat the Carcinoid Syndrome with medication. Theresa currently has to give herself 3 shots per day. Eventually that will be lowered to 1 long-lasting shot per month which she'll recieve at the hospital. She'll have to stay on that medication for the rest of her life. I asked if the medication helped and she said that it definitely does.
Her next appointment is Tuesday. She'll should have a much better idea where she stands at that time. She knows that she'll have this cancer for a long time and that she'll have to undergo treatments and possibly another surgery a few years down the road. For the most part, people can live for a very long time with this, since it is slow growing. Every case is different though.
Kaeli is acting as Theresa's nurse and is making sure Theresa gives herself the shots.
-Mike
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Thanks for the update Mike.
ReplyDeleteTheresa - I bet it feels good to finally have those staples out! Talking w/ you last night, I could tell they were a little uncomfortable. We continue to keep you in our prayers. I'm hopeful the appt on Tuesday will go very well!
Love, Dan, Jenny, & Mia
From talking to you, I can tell you are relieved!! I am so glad those staples finally came out it must feel so much better.
ReplyDeleteGood for Kaeli!! Is she wearing her "pretties". I the cutest picture of her from the hospital. I will e-mail it to you.
Love,
Anne
Whoopie!!...the staples are out! I'm glad your getting some more info to move forward with. Can't wait to hear all the details on tuesday's appt. You are constantly in our thoughts!
ReplyDeleteLove, Liz
Hey Theresa..I am so happy that you will be more comfortable now. What a long and difficult process. Are you still eating gluten free? I cannot wait to get together with you for a pitcher of Margaritas and a plate of messy nachos! xoxox Don't get hasty with yourself now that the staples are out. You still need a lot of R & R. Love ya!
ReplyDeleteIt was great to talk to you today and as usual you blow me away with how optimistic and positive you are. We can all take a lesson from you! Love you lots and lots. Kissy
ReplyDeleteMike, thank you for the update....T, I am sure you are more comfortable with all of that metal out of you...geez...you would have set off the metal detector for sure. You remain in our prayers as you face this thing head on. Better days ahead!!! Love, Mark & Joan
ReplyDeleteso, a relief to be metal free, and know what is going on i am sure. you as always look on the bright side of things and will deal w/this as you must. i continue to educate myself on this disease and am comforted that this is treatable and that you are more comfortable too.
ReplyDeleteprayers as usual. remember to take it easy.
i will call you this weekend, anxious to hear your voice.
xoxo aunt mary, uncle john and meg and ry.
Just a test to see if i can do this!
ReplyDeleteHi Theresa- You must be relieved to finally be getting some answers and news. I'm also glad to hear that you are resting more comfortably. I've got the prayer network working hard here. My mom and grandmother alone are quite a team. Love you very much Jenny
ReplyDeleteTheresa - Sounds like you have a great nurse taking care of you. Stay positive and before you know it you will be chasing Kaeli around again.
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Hi Theresa
ReplyDeleteYou are always on my mind and I am happy to hear that you are feeling better and better everyday! You are a wonderful person with obviously amazing and caring family & friends, that will help you get thru anything. Always here if you need to talk/vent.....
Hugs from Jess
Leslie Lee
Hey Theresa,
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking about you all week but wanted to give you some time to settle in before calling. Can't wait to hear your voice so I'll be calling this weekend. Beanie said you really have a very positive outlook and sound great. We want to come up and visit but we'll wait until you're feeling alittle better. Give Kurt and Kaeli our love and tell them we're glad that you're in such good hands.
Love ya kiddo,
Ann-Marie & Uncle Rich
Theresa,
ReplyDeleteThinking of you everyday! You must be thrilled to get those staples out! You're on your way...I'll be thinking of you Tuesday. I'm here for you if you need to talk. Stay Strong Theresa, because you are a very strong person! (And so positive).
Olivia sends a hug your way! (Me too!)
Love, Kristen Boucher
Theresa,
ReplyDeleteHey girlie! We've been thinking of you so much!! And, we're so glad to hear that you are doing better. I bet it's such a wonderful relief to have those staples removed. Try not to worry too much about the cleaning or how the house may look at times - that stuff can wait. :o) And, try to take it easy on yourself, so that you can give yourself time to heal and recover. Thinking of you always! You are in our prayers! We love you and look forward to seeing you soon! xoxo :o)
Love,
Sandra, Brian, Wesley & Lucas
Theresa...So glad that you are home again, and now no staples. You sure do have a great support system! Gary and I went to Barbers for dinner tonight and Kelly (O'brien) Salamone and her husband were there. She said she had just written to you. All of Brockport is pulling for your quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteBest to you and your family.
Lori
Hi Theresa,
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the staples are out! What a relief! How wonderful to have your own, personal nurse right there at home! :-) Let your family take good care of you and you rest up!
Glad to hear your condition is treatable...will continue to pray for you dear!
Wish I was closer so I could make ya some good food and just HELP out or something and see you!!
Will just keep sending prayers!!!!
Much love!
xo,
suzanne
Hi Theresa -
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say I am thinking of you - hang in there it sounds like a rough go of it and you seem to be handling it so well - hang in there and cry when you have too
Love Ellen
(Ellen Lee)
Hey Theresa -- Good news on the staple removal- YES! Got to imagine that you feel much better already. I'm happy to hear you have a pretty and helpful little nurse at home to take good care of you too! =)
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Hope today is a good day for you. Love, Joan
ReplyDeleteHey Theresa! Sitting here thinking about you and your family and sending many positive thoughts and prayers your way! Hang in there and take good care of yourself! Love always- Ann-Marie
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