Dad had an appointment this afternoon with Dr. Robert N. Jones, a Thoracic Surgeon. After reviewing the CT Scan and PET-Scan, Dr. Jones feels that surgery is not an option. The following summarizes the conclusion from his review of the scans and his recommendations:
- The tumor is large and involves the main blood supply to Dad's Lungs - Dr. Jones said Dad would not survive surgery. Not because of his emphysema but because of the size and location of the tumor.
- Dr. Jones felt he could not remove the entire tumor which would put Dad in a worst position than what he is currently in - delaying treatment as he recovered from the surgery.
- Dr. Jones also believes that after reviewing the CT-scan that more than one lymph node is involved which would increase the risk of the cancer spreading to other parts of his body.
- Mom asked about the new "CYBERKNIFE" - a new non-invasive option for inoperable cancer - Dr. said this is not an option for Dad as it is not a cure for incurable cancer
- Dr. Jones felt that the only alternative was to begin Radiation Therapy and Chemo
- He told us NOT to look at the statistics for survival
We will be contacting Dr. Danso (Oncologist) in the morning to begin treatment.
Praises:
- God is still in control
- The cancer is only in his lungs and has not invaded other parts of his body
- Dad is feeling pretty good right now - has a great attitude and is willing to fight this battle
- Dad has been putting on some of the weight he lost earlier (he lost approx. 20 pounds since January)
- Treatment can be started quickly and will be successful
- Dad will have the air he need to breath each minute of every day
- Dad will remain physically strong and will be able to tolerate the treatment
- God will be glorified in this process
- We still need a MIRACLE - Pray that God will remove the tumor!!
Matthew 18:20 - For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them.
Does this count?????
4 comments:
Love you Dad, stay positive and we will keep praying
Lynette
I suggest you contact an Oncologist with cyberknife experience.
My sister-in-law had a large tumor in her left lung last summer and was removed by surgery. The cancer was recurrence in left lung in Oct and was unable to operate. Her only choice is chemo. She had very bad experience with chemo and was afraid to take it again. Early this year she had a CK surgery. No pain, no blood, no side effect, just a piece of cake. She is doing very well now. It is miracle!
Hey Bob, this is Karen Hubbard (Federer). Just wanted to say hi and tell you that we are praying for you here in Bay City.
Praying for a divine miracle. We serve a big and wonderful God.
God Bless,
Troy and Christine Griese
(graduated with Shawn and Stephanie)
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