Got CT Scan results

Hi, My oncologist just called with my CT Scan results. I'm not in remission, but the cancerous lymph nodes are smaller than they were 3 months ago. The questionable spot on the liver is no longer there, AND there is no sign of metastases to other organs! We're going to continue chemo with Topotecan, which I've been of for about 9 months. It's working and he said I'm tolerating it well. So, I'm not in remission, but there's been no spread of the cancer, and that means the monster isn't winning!! Now my hubby and  I can breathe again.

It's still snowing here in NJ and everything looks white and pure..... Jane

Teresa, I don't know what the problem is, I sent you a note but don't see it on your Profile page, or mine, frustrating.

[bohan54]

Glad to hear you have a favorable report.  You are winning the battle, congrats and hope it continues on the upswing!
Sharon

[JC145]

Wonderful news .. you can breathe a little easier again.  

My niece lives in Lincoln Park, NJ .. near you?

God bless you and topotecan!

Judy

[marie3B]

I am so glad that the treatment is doing the job. May that remission be just around the corner.  Marie

[butterflytc]

Good news Jane, hope it continues for you, and glad you are tolerating the treatments.
fresh fallen snow, and being able to take a deep breath forms a lovely picture in my mind, although I have to say I would prefer that deep breath to be in sunshine, warm air, and a breeze off the Gulf of Mexico ! Enjoy
butterflytc

[Teresa222]

It's not exactly what you wanted to hear, but it is definitely encouraging. Keep up the fight!
Teresa

[doicat]

This is good news!  Now perfect news but definitely good!  So celebrate with your hubby and enjoy looking at the snow inside with a fire!  

Love to you
Teresa 2

[Jan214]

Of course best case scenario would be that everything just "poofed" away, but in lieu of that I would consider that really good news. Any shrinkage is a blessing and any lack of spread is a downright miracle. I am so glad the Topo is working for you. Didn't do anything for me, but I do know people who have had great results.  Good luck
Jan

[jane65]

Thank you to everyone for your support and good wishes, I really appreciate it. I misunderstood my oncologist about one thing, the spot on the liver is still there but it hasn't grown. The radiologist is still recommending an MRI, and I'll speak to my Dr. about that on Monday..... Jane

[ladyjogger31]

That's awesome news. The chemo is doing it's job. I'm sure you will be in remission soon. I might be on topotecan soon , so I might have alot of questions to ask you.Sending positive thoughts your way.
Hugs and Prayers, Terry

[jane65]

Hi Terry,
Thanks, I'm hoping that I'll be in remission soon, but the cancer hasn't spread and that's a relief. I guess that's what they mean by it being contained. Ask anything you want about Topo., it's not a bad chemo and I'll be glad to help with any info I can. Let us know when you get the CT scan and new CA125 reports back, waiting is the hardest, isn't it? Best wishes to you..... Jane