Well - the waiting is over and now time to digest all of the information. Greg and I met with Dr. Mary for almost 3 hours today! She was patient and did a great job of explaining, educating, informing and anwering questions. Pathology reports were read by 4 separate doctors - all reports confirmed the same results.
Invasive Ductal Cancer!
Now we decide on surgery options/treatment. The good news is that I have "time" to make a good educated decision. Dr. Mary is coordinating a few consultations for me: If I am a candidate for "clinical study" of a new type of radiation - I will meet with a Radiologist/Oncologist from one of the 3 Portland Hospitals that are offering/performing this procedure. I will also meet with a Radiologist/Oncologist from a local hospital to discuss the benefits/risk factors of radiation. The third meeting is with a plastic surgeon who does reconstruction surgery. Once we have talked with these Dr.'s and met with Dr. Mary again - I will make a final decision on how to proceed.
More to come - thank you for your continued prayers!
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Thanks so much for the update. It means so much to be able to know what is going on from you without you having to spend your days answering everyones questions. My prayers are with you as well as all the wonderful people from San Mateo and PSR. Much love to you and your family. Jerri
You will continue to be in my prayers as you and your family sort through the information provided by your doctors and make the best decision for YOU based on all of their expertise and tests. As this is a very private and personal decision, I will also pray for peace, wisdom and protection as you quietly sort out your options. Much love!
June
I am praying for you and your family. I pray that God will give you his strength, peace and love. He knows you have the will to live and you have so much to live for!!!In the days to come you will have many hours in waiting and lots of questions. I know God will guide you and you will listen. Your faith has always gotten you through and it will continue to. I wonder now if you where to draw a heart rock to day would he give you strength, peace, understanding love? I pray all of that for you!!
Love, Michelle Brewster
Thank you for doing the blog. I think about you everyday and pray for you...health, happiness, and well-being. I knew you guys were going today but figured you probably had alot to process and didn't want to bug you with a phone call. But I'm glad you have some time to figure out what is going to be the best decision for you. My grandma used to say "GOD chooses our path but WE choose who walks with us." You know you have many sisters who love you and will walk beside you whenever you need. Love you!
June & Greg, so glad you had somewhat of a relieving appointment. hugs and prayers,
Carrie & John
June- I'm lifting you up in prayer for wisdom, strength and peace
Kelly Christel
June, tomorrow is the feast of St Teresa of Avila, doctor of the Church, who also experienced great illness. If you've never read any of her writings, there's no time like the present. May St Teresa be with you and interced with our Lord for you.
Hi Mrs. June,
Thinking of you!
Love you lots,
Kristi
June and Greg..DAMN. I am so sorry you are going through this. I was very upset when I heard. If you guys need anything plaease let me know! Go Packers! Ned
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