Surgery Update Dec 9 2004

We just got back from the hospital not long ago.  What was supposed to be a morning surgery ended up starting at about 3:00 p.m.  She got into recovery at about 5:30 and into her room a little before 7:00.  The doctor reported that it went well again.  He searched the lung for any other problems he might find and came up empty.  That is good.  He also reported that they did a test on a small portion of the tumor and the test showed it is dead tissue.  The full test will be done by next week but at this point it appears the chemo had some effect. That would be excellent if the tumor is completely dead.  That doesn't guarantee the rest would be, but it would be a good positive sign.  Her room number is 3124.  The phone is 387-3124.  She is pretty groggy tonight but I'm sure starting tomorrow she would enjoy calls or visits.  Thanks for all you do and for your prayers.  We love you all.

The Second Thoracotomy Dec 8, 2004

I just wanted to let everyone know what I am scheduled to do.

I will have surgery on my left lung on Thursday Dec. 9th.  It sound like it will

be a mid morning surgery.  I will call the hospital at 9 :15 am and see when the surgery before me will be finished.

 

After healing from this surgery I will have another surgery on my right lung.  This

will be after Christmas and around the first of the year.

 

We plan of finishing this off with a few more rounds of Chemo.

 

I will be taking at least 3 months off of work. 

We are grateful for all of your thoughts and prayers.

Thanks for all that you are doing and have done for our family.

 

Shane will keep you posted on how we are doing.