The report from my last scans October 28 read “complete response” and during my November appointment my Hong Kong oncologist confirmed that meant “no evidence of disease.” Nevertheless, I still …
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radiosurgery
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It’s not so good, guys. Two consecutive months of normal tumor markers is amazing and more than I could hope for but the cost has been high – and not …
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The prep for stereotactic radiosurgery is pretty comprehensive. It involves molding the mask, a CT scan while inside the mask, and an MRI to help map the tumors. Before all …
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Conventional TreatmentMedical Updates
Delayed Radiation Side Effects
by Maggie Jonesby Maggie JonesI had a rough day yesterday throwing up both my Xalkori doses ($330 US down the toilet!!) and sleeping most of the day. I suspect it was a result of …
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Whew! Last night was a rough night. I honestly don’t know what I’d do without Brad. About two hours after the treatment the nausea set in. Then the headache from …
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The radiosurgery for my brain tumors ended up being super simple. Brad came with me and waited in the lobby for what he and the doctors reported was about 20 …
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The day before radiosurgery I went in to image the brain tumors and make a mask that would hold my head still during the procedure. Like the PET-CT scan, it …