We return to see the oncologist and prepare to start chemo and then the Dr. proceeds to tell us that he needs to do a cat scan because after reviewing our case with the the 9 other Dr's. that are involved they are questioning the treatment options and want to see if there have been any changes in the lymph nodes in his chest. So he will not start chemo toady. He decided to put the results on stat so that no matter what the outcome a treatment plan will go into affect ASAP.
My husband however was relieved that he would not have to go through with the chemo today. I must admit that a part of me was too, but my fear of the results from the cat scan were much bigger than the relief. They told us to go home and they set up an appointment to begin the chemo for tomorrow. So again we wait and then the call came about 20 minutes later. The results were not good. The lymph nodes were larger than they were in the first cat scan. He will now have a different treatment plan with a not so good prognosis. The chance of a complete cure and no recurrence was not likely.
The next day instead of chemo we have to see the radiologist. The new treatment plan involves radiation and chemo. Radiotherapy M-F for a total of 37 treatments and chemotherapy once a week for the next 7 weeks. God help us!! It's going to be a very long road! (the 7 weeks that is).
I would truly like to get a second opinion! Seems like someone doesn't know what they are doing here! It's Friday and he starts radiation on Monday. Did they do that on purpose? My fear is overwhelming!
I will write again soon! God Bless to all!
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