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Old 08-23-2017, 02:47 PM   #201
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I had my visit to Emory today for the start of Cycle 14, but as expected my time on the clinical trial has come to an end. The doctor explained that the appearance of 6 spots indicates the brain is "bad soil" and that without making a change the spots will start to appear with more regularity. I'm being put on the stage 2 drug for ALK mutations, but it'll be about 10 days to 2 weeks before insurance approves the change and I can start taking the drug. I'll have to finish out my paperwork and scans for end of trial information, but once that is completed I'll just be taking a drug a couple of times a day and I'll go in for regular blood work and scans (with blood work more frequent in the early days of the new drug being introduced to my system).

Looking back on my time on the trial - I was extremely pleased that the drug was initially very effective and that the side effects were minimal. However, I was hoping and praying the trial would last longer than it did.
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Old 08-23-2017, 03:46 PM   #202
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Sorry to hear about this bad turn of events. Keep on fighting, Breeze. We're all rooting for you!
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Old 08-28-2017, 10:09 AM   #203
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Gamma Knife surgery tomorrow at 5:30 A.M. Praying that no new spots appeared in the 2 weeks between initial diagnosis of the 6 spots scheduled to be treated and the actual treatment taking place.
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Old 08-28-2017, 10:43 AM   #204
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Old 09-05-2017, 10:14 AM   #205
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I'm back at work for the first time since the Gamma Knife treatment. I did work from home for a few days at the end of the week, but I didn't really get out of the house until Sunday.

The treatment was exactly the same as last time. The MRI prior to the surgery uncovered 4 more small spots that had to be addressed, bringing the total lesions to 10. This was a concerning sign. I was hoping there wouldn't be anything new.

Currently, I'm ok, the screw holes are still a bit sensitive, and my scalp is still numb in places, which is annoying, but otherwise I'm doing pretty good.

I also started my new meds on Sunday. I'm now on Alectinib, which so far has been even easier to tolerate than the xalkori/crizotinib. In fact, the only thing I've noticed so far is it really drys me out. Like taking extremely strong decongestants. My sinuses are really dry and I'm not producing much saliva. During the day, this isn't an issue because I drink so much water, but at night it makes it really difficult to sleep...I'll be trying some dry mouth treatments tonight. Hopefully, they work because I need a good night sleep.
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Old 09-05-2017, 10:58 AM   #206
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I hope the treatment proves successful. Sorry to hear about the sleep problem on top of everything else. Just about any problem is easier to face after a decent night's sleep.
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Old 09-05-2017, 11:17 AM   #207
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Sending positive vibes and hoping this treatment is successful. All the best buddy!
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Old 09-05-2017, 01:51 PM   #208
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I hope the treatment proves successful. Sorry to hear about the sleep problem on top of everything else. Just about any problem is easier to face after a decent night's sleep.

Thanks chesapeake, it's annoying, but it could be SO MUCH worse, I'm not complaining. I'll figure something out. Funny thing is, this dry mouth issue isn't listed as a known side effect.

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Old 09-05-2017, 07:18 PM   #209
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Old 09-19-2017, 06:24 AM   #210
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Just a quick update. The side effects of the new meds are minimal so far. Now just praying that they are effective, and effective for a very long time.

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Old 09-19-2017, 11:59 AM   #211
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Old 09-25-2017, 02:33 PM   #212
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Just dropping by to wish you the best of luck in the process, Breeze.
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Old 10-23-2017, 07:47 AM   #213
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I know things have been pretty quiet here for a while. Thankfully, there has been very little to report. My new meds have minimal side effects, and unlike the trial, I don't interact with the doctors as much. However, I am coming up on some really important scans. The first one is tomorrow. I'll have my first CT since I changed meds. The Xalkori was working extremely well on the lung portion of my cancer, so I'm hopeful this second stage drug will do as much or more. I will have my follow up with the doctor the following week. I'll have my MRI on the 10th which will be my first following the second Gamma Knife surgery. This will show if the treatment was effective and if any new spots have appeared in the intervening time.

Scans are a stressful time because a bad report means a change in treatment and there are only so many treatments available. These scans are even more stressful because they are following the change over from the trial to the new meds. Saying my prayers the scans look good and the meds continue to work for a long time.
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Old 10-23-2017, 08:02 AM   #214
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Thanks for the update. You've been in my thoughts for sure since you hadn't updated for a while. New scans and tests are always stressful. Hang in there and try not to think too much about it beforehand.
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Old 10-23-2017, 08:57 AM   #215
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Best of luck for good results on your scans. Sending good thoughts your way.
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Old 10-24-2017, 05:33 AM   #216
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Good luck with the tests/results over the next few weeks.
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Old 11-01-2017, 05:46 AM   #217
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The CT Scan results ended up being great. No indication of any cancer in the abdomen or pelvis, and the lungs continue to show no change. So no new growth and no increase in size of the existing tumor.

Next up the MRI...which I'll have in about 10 days...
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Old 11-02-2017, 08:52 AM   #218
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Old 11-06-2017, 11:33 AM   #219
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My MRI has been moved from Friday to tomorrow...

Also, as I believe I've mentioned previously, my new meds have cause me to deal with dry mouth. Unfortunately, this has caused a previous issue I had with my gums to get worse. Now I need to have a gum graph done and a support bracket placed behind my front teeth.

The good news is that if the doctor states it is medically necessary then health insurance will cover it, and with my max out of pocket met then I should be fine.

Problem is, there are no periodontists in network within 30+ miles, so I'll have a 20% out of pocket fee, and every periodontist I talk with wants me to pay up front and then let insurance reimburse me, and I don't have $3000 to $5000 available to pay for the procedure.
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Old 11-06-2017, 12:46 PM   #220
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You might be able to fight with the insurance that there were no service providers within a reasonable distance and get them to cover it as in network. It won't be easy it fat though.
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Old 11-09-2017, 09:46 AM   #221
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My radiology oncologist just called me. The MRI showed that 8 of the 10 spots treated are completely gone. The two remaining are significantly dimmer (so probably are dying) and no new spots showed up. He described the scan as fantastic. So I'm free until my next scan in February.

Thanks again all for thoughts and prayers.
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Old 11-09-2017, 09:58 AM   #222
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This is great news. And it looks like you get a little break to enjoy this holiday season as well!

Keep up the fight, we'll continue our prayers. And together we will beat this thing.
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Old 11-09-2017, 10:09 AM   #223
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Old 11-09-2017, 10:13 AM   #224
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That is awesome news. So happy you have that going into the holidays! Just awesome!
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Old 11-09-2017, 12:57 PM   #225
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Very glad to see this great update.
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Old 11-09-2017, 01:52 PM   #226
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Awesome!
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Old 11-10-2017, 06:37 AM   #227
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Late to this but great news!
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Old 11-10-2017, 02:23 PM   #228
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Hurray! Great news! Have a great Holiday season with the fam!
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Old 11-10-2017, 03:06 PM   #229
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Great news!
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Old 11-10-2017, 08:39 PM   #230
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Fantastic news, very happy for you and the family.
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Old 11-11-2017, 06:18 AM   #231
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Awesome news, a great early Christmas present!!
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Old 11-11-2017, 02:53 PM   #232
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Congrats, great to hear.
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Old 01-22-2018, 04:14 AM   #233
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CT Scan time again. Saying my prayers for a good result.

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Old 01-22-2018, 02:12 PM   #234
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Fingers crossed...
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Old 01-24-2018, 06:04 AM   #235
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The CT follow up was yesterday and the scan showed no change in the spot on the lung. The radiologist did report seeing an anomaly on the liver but he was unable to determine what it was. He stated it was unclear if it was a fatty deposit, potentially precancerous legion or something else entirely. The doctor said he didn't see it when he looked at the scans. Not that he didn't think it was potentially cancerous, but that he literally didn't see what the radiologist was referring to. He also stated that he doesn't think that there is anything to be concerned about because he'd be surprised if cancer popped up in a new location right now. He stated he would expect to see the medications become ineffective with the areas that are already a problem before a new spot would appear.

So I'm good on this end for another 3 months and will have my next scan in late April. Now focused on getting a good report on the MRI in a few weeks.
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Old 01-24-2018, 10:13 AM   #237
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That is fantastic news!
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Old 01-25-2018, 04:15 AM   #238
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Excellent news.
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Old 01-25-2018, 08:53 AM   #239
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Glad to see the good report.
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Old 01-25-2018, 10:19 AM   #240
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Old 01-25-2018, 07:53 PM   #241
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Great news indeed!
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Old 02-07-2018, 08:51 AM   #242
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I was supposed to get my MRI on Saturday, but I can't afford it, so it's being pushed back. Being sick sucks...

Edit: Ok borrowed a credit card from the in-laws to put the down payment on the scan, so I will have my scan this Saturday...

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Old 02-07-2018, 08:33 PM   #243
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I was supposed to get my MRI on Saturday, but I can't afford it, so it's being pushed back. Being sick sucks...

Edit: Ok borrowed a credit card from the in-laws to put the down payment on the scan, so I will have my scan this Saturday...

Praying for GREAT NEWS!
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Old 02-19-2018, 11:29 AM   #244
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I get the MRI results today...
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Old 02-19-2018, 12:01 PM   #245
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I get the MRI results today...

Wishing all the best my friend, positive vibes your way!
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Old 02-19-2018, 07:37 PM   #247
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Old 02-19-2018, 08:04 PM   #248
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Pulling for a great report!
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Old 02-20-2018, 05:53 AM   #249
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The results were good. The scan continues to show just the 2 small spots that are fading after the Gamma Knife treatment. Basically the same as my previous scan 3 months ago. The doctor was please, so I'm pleased. I'll do it again in 3 months. Thanks again for all the support.
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Old 02-20-2018, 07:58 AM   #250
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This makes me smile today. Very good news
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