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Checking In After Treatment #4 - Final Treatment
Hi:
Just checking in after treatment #4. This is supposed to be my last treatment. I am at home resting, should feel happy, but I'm emotionally drained. I'm still managing this, still mostly by myself, but have some friends who have been supportive. My CA 125 after my 3rd set of labs was a 6. I have one more set of labs and a scan to do. I'm staying hopeful.
Just checking in after treatment #4. This is supposed to be my last treatment. I am at home resting, should feel happy, but I'm emotionally drained. I'm still managing this, still mostly by myself, but have some friends who have been supportive. My CA 125 after my 3rd set of labs was a 6. I have one more set of labs and a scan to do. I'm staying hopeful.
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http://www.stjohnsmercy.org/healthinfo/test/neuro/TP010.asp
Hi There ,
I thought this was a nice site explaining a PET scan . I have pasted some of it below
take care
PET is a type of nuclear medicine procedure. This means that a tiny amount of a radioactive substance, called a radionuclide (radiopharmaceutical or radioactive tracer), is used during the procedure to assist in the examination of the tissue under study. Specifically, PET studies evaluate the metabolism of a particular organ or tissue, so that information about the physiology (functionality) and anatomy (structure) of the organ or tissue is evaluated, as well as its biochemical properties. Thus, PET may detect biochemical changes in an organ or tissue that can identify the onset of a disease process before anatomical changes related to the disease can be seen with other imaging processes such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
The radionuclide is administered either into a vein through an intravenous (IV) line or inhaled as a gas. Next, the PET scanner slowly moves over the part of the body being examined. Positrons are emitted by the breakdown of the radionuclide. Gamma rays are created during the emission of positrons, and the scanner then detects the gamma rays. A computer analyzes the gamma rays and uses the information to create an image map of the organ or tissue being studied. The amount of the radionuclide collected in the tissue affects how brightly the tissue appears on the image, and indicates the level of organ or tissue function.
Generally, a PET scan follows this process:
PET Scan
You will be asked to remove any clothing, jewelry, or other objects that may interfere with the scan.
If you are asked to remove clothing, you will be given a gown to wear.
You will be asked to empty your bladder prior to the start of the procedure.
One or two intravenous (IV) lines will be started in the hand or arm for injection of the radionuclide. For some examinations, the radionuclide may be inhaled in a gas form rather than given through an IV.
Certain types of scans of the abdomen or pelvis may require that a urinary catheter be inserted into the bladder to drain urine during the procedure.
In some cases, an initial scan may be performed prior to the injection of the radionuclide, depending on the type of study being done. You will be positioned on a padded table inside the scanner.
The radionuclide will be injected into your vein. The radionuclide will be allowed to concentrate in the organ or tissue for about 30 to 60 minutes. You will remain in the facility during this time. You will not be hazardous to other people, as the radionuclide emits less radiation than a standard x-ray.
After the radionuclide has been absorbed for the appropriate length of time, the scan will begin. The scanner will move slowly over the body part being studied.
When the scan has been completed, the IV line will be removed. If a urinary catheter has been inserted, it will be removed.
While the PET scan itself causes no pain, having to lie still for the length of the procedure might cause some discomfort or pain, particularly in the case of a recent injury or invasive procedure such as surgery. The radiologist will use all possible comfort measures and complete the procedure as quickly as possible to minimize any discomfort or pain.
Hi There ,
I thought this was a nice site explaining a PET scan . I have pasted some of it below
take care
PET is a type of nuclear medicine procedure. This means that a tiny amount of a radioactive substance, called a radionuclide (radiopharmaceutical or radioactive tracer), is used during the procedure to assist in the examination of the tissue under study. Specifically, PET studies evaluate the metabolism of a particular organ or tissue, so that information about the physiology (functionality) and anatomy (structure) of the organ or tissue is evaluated, as well as its biochemical properties. Thus, PET may detect biochemical changes in an organ or tissue that can identify the onset of a disease process before anatomical changes related to the disease can be seen with other imaging processes such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
The radionuclide is administered either into a vein through an intravenous (IV) line or inhaled as a gas. Next, the PET scanner slowly moves over the part of the body being examined. Positrons are emitted by the breakdown of the radionuclide. Gamma rays are created during the emission of positrons, and the scanner then detects the gamma rays. A computer analyzes the gamma rays and uses the information to create an image map of the organ or tissue being studied. The amount of the radionuclide collected in the tissue affects how brightly the tissue appears on the image, and indicates the level of organ or tissue function.
Generally, a PET scan follows this process:
PET Scan
You will be asked to remove any clothing, jewelry, or other objects that may interfere with the scan.
If you are asked to remove clothing, you will be given a gown to wear.
You will be asked to empty your bladder prior to the start of the procedure.
One or two intravenous (IV) lines will be started in the hand or arm for injection of the radionuclide. For some examinations, the radionuclide may be inhaled in a gas form rather than given through an IV.
Certain types of scans of the abdomen or pelvis may require that a urinary catheter be inserted into the bladder to drain urine during the procedure.
In some cases, an initial scan may be performed prior to the injection of the radionuclide, depending on the type of study being done. You will be positioned on a padded table inside the scanner.
The radionuclide will be injected into your vein. The radionuclide will be allowed to concentrate in the organ or tissue for about 30 to 60 minutes. You will remain in the facility during this time. You will not be hazardous to other people, as the radionuclide emits less radiation than a standard x-ray.
After the radionuclide has been absorbed for the appropriate length of time, the scan will begin. The scanner will move slowly over the body part being studied.
When the scan has been completed, the IV line will be removed. If a urinary catheter has been inserted, it will be removed.
While the PET scan itself causes no pain, having to lie still for the length of the procedure might cause some discomfort or pain, particularly in the case of a recent injury or invasive procedure such as surgery. The radiologist will use all possible comfort measures and complete the procedure as quickly as possible to minimize any discomfort or pain.
Hi:
've been trying to update my profile for some time, to no avail. The tags won't delete and look very strange. I'll try again this week. Maybe I am doing something wrong.
shewrites - I am a 1C.
Can anyone tell me what to expect from the PET scan?
Thanks~
Mary
've been trying to update my profile for some time, to no avail. The tags won't delete and look very strange. I'll try again this week. Maybe I am doing something wrong.
shewrites - I am a 1C.
Can anyone tell me what to expect from the PET scan?
Thanks~
Mary
And you should be hopeful! The chemo did what it was intended to do. Good luck and God Bless You. Judy
Congratulations! Now you can start growing hair! It will probably come in a little different (mine was very curly at first) and than go back to "normal."
You're lucky to do only four cycles -- I did six. If your CA-125 is at 6, you're in good shape. Just to show how different doctors are, I've never had a CTscan since my surgery seven years ago this month. He thinks that my checkups and regular blood tests are all I need. (I'm a 1A, too.)
Maybe you can start planning a celebration trip? Or something else fun? Good luck.
You're lucky to do only four cycles -- I did six. If your CA-125 is at 6, you're in good shape. Just to show how different doctors are, I've never had a CTscan since my surgery seven years ago this month. He thinks that my checkups and regular blood tests are all I need. (I'm a 1A, too.)
Maybe you can start planning a celebration trip? Or something else fun? Good luck.
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