Yes, it is me writing this update. I’m doing better everyday. I tire easily and am enjoying my much needed afternoon naps. My doctor appointment was cancelled for today (because I still have too much drainage from the surgery), but we did get the results from the biopsies. Good news! Only 2 of the 28 auxiliary lymph nodes that were removed contained cancer. We also got information on the biopsy on the other breast (the left breast). Contrary to our earlier report, the left breast tumor tested positive for in situ ductal carcinoma. This means that the cancer had not broken through the wall of the tumor and was contained in the duct. We have an appointment on Monday with Dr App to determine if any further surgery will be needed. We are being referred to Dr Mark Campbell (oncologist) to determine what further treatments are needed. I am not sure how soon that will be, but as you can imagine we are anxious to get this information and to get started on phase 2 of my recovery.
Your prayers have worked in remarkable ways. Our God has been watching over us and has given us the best news that we have had in over a month. Continue to keep us in your prayers – I’m sure that we still have a long road ahead, but with your help we will get through this and come out stronger in the end. We hope to soon be enjoying life on our tandem – even if we have to push it up a few hills this year!
Thanks also for all the meals, flowers, cards and hugs. We really feel your arms around us as we tackle this dreaded disease.
Gentle hugs to all,
Vonnie
8 comments:
Vonnie,
Wonderful to hear you are doing better and writing the blog! You have been in our prayers and will be until this journey is over and your flying up those hills again on the tandem! God will be with you as you travel down this new road to recovery. In our thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead,
Rose & Curt
Great news!
Vonnie,
It is so good to hear you writing on the blog. What a blessing to be getting some new and better news :) God is good! I will continue to pray for you and all of your family. I would be happy to bring a meal, snacks, treats over...whatever sounds good. So call or e-mail me with any requests. I imagine the phone might me still intusive (?)
Love and blessings! Linda Z lindajz@juno.com
oops...that was suppose to be "intrusive"...I won't be receiving any spelling awards soon :)
Vonnie and Len...I know it has been years since we have seen each other. Your mom has kept us posted here in Florida....We love you and are praying for you all daily. Keep strong...like I know you can. God bless and keep you....Cousin Carol.....carolmando@aol.com
Dear Vonnie and Len,
That is great news. Once you get over the kick in the stomach and can actually DO something to fight back, it makes you feel a lot better... not impotent. (I've been there.) I'm sure you'll be fine as you have the support of all your friends and family, good doctors, and a positive attitude.
Thank you for your postings. I think about you often.
Love,
Deb
Vonnie - great to hear you are starting to feel better. We'll all be there helping push the tandem for you both! By the way, Dr. Campbell is wonderful!
Patrick, Rebecca, Arnie and I have been waiting for this good news. We hope you are continuing to heal and have less pain. Please know that we are thinking of you all the time. Betty
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