Friday, 13 Nov 09

Dr. Hackney, my oncologist, contacted me today to discuss the results of the bone scan. At this time, the cancer is only in the pubic bone and has not spread to any other bones, thank God! So we all need to keep positive thoughts and I'll keep everyone posted. My surgeon has not contacted me but wanted to perform a liver biopsy and Dr. Hackney says that i have had a PET scan, CT scan and bone scan and she really does not feel that a liver biopsy is needed. So, we have a difference of opinion here so Dr. Hackney said she would talk with Dr. Antonio and I will also be contacting himto get his feelings about the bone scan. My first radiation treatment for the pubic bone is scheduled for next Friday in Petersburg where I had my other radiation. Dr. Hackney says that this will only be 5-10 treatments, which if it is for 10 treatments would be for 10 days. Usually the first appointment is for discussion of the treatment to be performed and for schedule setup. After completing the radiation, I will then see Dr. Hackney the first week in December for my chemo treatments to be set up. I will be finding out more about that treatment later. I am a little confused about my treatment right now since both doctors don't agree so am waiting until they discuss and I talk with my surgeon...maybe it will just take some time for them to agree together. I just want to feel good about whatever decisions are being made and if I feel that I need a second opinion, I will seek it. Love to all! Janice