We met with our doctor today. There were two new developments on the latest CAT Scan that in the medical world they call “worrisome for metastases disease.” The CAT Scan showed a new development in Debbie’s liver and in her abdomen. These two lesions are small but new. The plan is to have another CAT Scan and blood test done in six weeks to see if there has been any change before our doctor makes any more recommendations for further treatment.
It is hard not to be swept away by sudden terrors no matter how many times you have faced your fears. But fear becomes our friend when we allow it to draw us closer to God. Please pray with us for these new lesions to disappear. But also pray that our whole family will draw closer to God. In His presence is fullness of joy.
Jerry
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
One Hundred Sixty Days After Surgery
Debbie’s CT scan went well. We will meet with the doctor a week from today to discuss the results.
Debbie’s hemoglobin count is low. Please pray for this count to rise to its normal level.
Her CA 125 count is 13. This is the count that shows active cancer cells in ovarian cancer patients. Our doctor wants it to remain below 20. Please pray for Debbie’s immune system to continue to wage war and destroy any cancer cells.
Debbie’s diet is primarily vegetarian with very little processed foods or meat. She is using some supplements and herbs. She walked three miles yesterday. She is very active again and we are very grateful for what the Lord has given us.
Perhaps you have noticed that I have titled each blog with the number of days since Debbie had surgery. This experience has caused me to have a greater appreciation for each day that the Lord gives me with Debbie. I am numbering each one of them in God’s honor and as a sign of my gratefulness for His mercy.
Jerry
Debbie’s hemoglobin count is low. Please pray for this count to rise to its normal level.
Her CA 125 count is 13. This is the count that shows active cancer cells in ovarian cancer patients. Our doctor wants it to remain below 20. Please pray for Debbie’s immune system to continue to wage war and destroy any cancer cells.
Debbie’s diet is primarily vegetarian with very little processed foods or meat. She is using some supplements and herbs. She walked three miles yesterday. She is very active again and we are very grateful for what the Lord has given us.
Perhaps you have noticed that I have titled each blog with the number of days since Debbie had surgery. This experience has caused me to have a greater appreciation for each day that the Lord gives me with Debbie. I am numbering each one of them in God’s honor and as a sign of my gratefulness for His mercy.
Jerry
Friday, March 09, 2007
One Hundred And Fortynine Days After Surgery
Debbie’s next CAT scan is March 20. We will meet with the doctor on March 27 to evaluate the CAT scan. She has finished all of the treatments that were scheduled. We are very grateful that this phase is over.
Debbie’s blood counts are low from the chemotherapy. (Red Platelets and Hemoglobin). This makes her very tired and causes her to have shortness of breath. Normally the doctor will recommend a blood transfusion if the levels do not increase within seven days or if the count gets to low.
Please pray for God to strengthen her and cause these counts to increase. Please pray for God to protect all of her vital organs. Please continue to pray for God to destroy every cancer cell.
Thank you for your prayers. I read today a note from Jim Logan that said that God has chosen to serve us through our prayers. It is very humbling to know that the creator of all things listens and responds to our requests. We have seen His mighty hand responding to our requests from the day we discovered that Debbie was ill. At this point, He has not given us everything that we have requested based on what we can see. But He has given us everything we need and certainly more than we deserve. Thank you for standing with us in prayer.
Jerry
Debbie’s blood counts are low from the chemotherapy. (Red Platelets and Hemoglobin). This makes her very tired and causes her to have shortness of breath. Normally the doctor will recommend a blood transfusion if the levels do not increase within seven days or if the count gets to low.
Please pray for God to strengthen her and cause these counts to increase. Please pray for God to protect all of her vital organs. Please continue to pray for God to destroy every cancer cell.
Thank you for your prayers. I read today a note from Jim Logan that said that God has chosen to serve us through our prayers. It is very humbling to know that the creator of all things listens and responds to our requests. We have seen His mighty hand responding to our requests from the day we discovered that Debbie was ill. At this point, He has not given us everything that we have requested based on what we can see. But He has given us everything we need and certainly more than we deserve. Thank you for standing with us in prayer.
Jerry
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