recurrence - I *knew* it but still frustrating

[utahmomma]

Okay, I'm pounding my head against the wall.  I've suspected for quite a while that I was having another recurrence but the labs are in.

Here's my results August 20th:
TSH     .64
Tg        .2
TgAB:  0

Here's my results from yesterday:
TSH   4.93
Tg       .2
TgAB:  2

Aside from the (gasp) rapid climb in TSH even though I'm on stable meds and the still existent thyroglobulin (despite one round of RAI), here's another thing that concerns me (from ThyCa:)

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Serial TgAb Measurements: It is important for the laboratory to measure TgAb in every specimen sent for Tg measurement. This is both because a patient'ss TgAb status may change from positive to negative or vice versa, and also because the trend in TgAb values over time (i.e. 6 to 12 months) gives additional information on how well the tumor is responding to treatment. A trend down in TgAb levels overtime (years) is a good sign that treatment is effective. In contrast, an increase over time may be an early sign of a recurrence. When a patient has TgAb detected, it is not unusual to see a temporary rise in the TgAb level during the first six months following radioiodine therapy. This may even be a sign of the effectiveness of the treatment. Usually, TgAb values return to the original value or below after six months.
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I see Dr. McBaldy (my endo) on Wednesday to discuss when I go all nuclear again.  Sigh.   Yeah, it's depressing me and add to that the liver/bile duct pain (from the last RAI scan and scarring it caused) and I'm frustrated.  I'm betting the recurrence is in my liver (or maybe still in my head too) - guess we'll see.

Just wanted to vent.    Argh!!!!!

Utah

[kipland]

I'm so sorry, Utah!!  That really stinks.  I'm doing the LID right now and am starting my thyrogen shots on Monday for my one year scan.  Keeping my fingers crossed.  Vent away.......you have every reason to!
Hugs,
Lori

[selmaS]

stay positive!!!! My daughter likes to watch something funne when she's upset- Victor Borga(sp)......it works for her....being upset will only cause u to feel worse.

Good luck

Godspeed
"selma"

[Shari4]

I will say many MANY prayers for you, dear lady.  You're amazing.  Period.

Love and hugs,

Shari

[Srishti]

Sorry to hear this Utahmom..I hope things work out for you.

[stella5349]

Oh my My friend................. :(

This totally stinks.

I am at a loss for words............ just lost.

Except you know I love you so much and I am sending the biggest hugs from Wisconsin to you.



N

[redheadaussie]

Gawd dam mit! Don't ya just hate it when you think you can make ends meet, then somebody moves the ends? Grrrrr...what a right royal pain for you! I'm going outside and yelling at the Big Guy (or girl whichever the case may be up there!) and DEMANDING you get your money back! I mean, really! You go in for a good deal and come out with a flat tyre...just not good enough!
  Well, tell you what..my shout at the TGIF pub. Want an extra large serve?
Hugs to you!

[AR-10]

Sorry to hear this, Utah.
I hope it turns out to be a minor speed bump.

[jolara]

Ohhhh, I'm so sorry you have to deal with this again. I pray all goes well and you get to feeling better soon. You are such a postive inspiration for us all here and in turn, I am sending healthy vibes your way followed with a great big cyber hug!

*hugs*

Jolara

[Me967]

So Very Sorry I have not been on here lately to be there for you my dear friend!  I hope and pray things work out well for you and that this will pass quickly for you so that you may be well again soon.  ((((((((HUGS))))))))    Amy.

[shellsa]

michelle here join the gang my mess is a mess thats fustrating too im hoping they get to bottom of this for both of us my best friend ;(

[Venora Moonwind]

I am sooo sorry sis. I am hugging you now and saying prayers for you. You are a rock for us here at the forum. We are rocks for you.  You are a fighter. We are fighiting with you.
Blessed Be
your friend Venora

[mw1943]

I am so so very sorry to hear this news. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless.
Margie

[ChitChatNine]

Utah ------ tiaraless tater is speechless.  We are here for you my very special friend.  You are my mentor ....................................you will get thru this and we are all here for you.

Please keep us updated daily how you are doing .. YOU HEAR ME!

C~

[blksapphire]

Utah,

So sorry this is going on with you. I wish I had a magic wand and could take away all thats going on.  But gues what?  They don't let me play with magic wands.  I am wishing you all the best. Feel better, take care, you are in my prayers and many

((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HHHHHHHHHUUUUUUGGGGGGGGSSS))))))))))))))))))))))))
to you....
Terri

[juliva]

I don't know you to well but being new to this forum I can see you are very well appreciated for your knowledge and just plain loved. I will keep you in my prayers believing you will have the victory! Juli

[pep88]

So sorry Utah.  Hugs to you and your family.

[nissah46]

Sorry you have to go through this again.
Trish

[utahmomma]

Thanks all.  Guess it will be a fun conversation with the endo on Wednesday.  Oh, and I'm firing my internist (Doogie's replacement) and auditioning a new one on Friday.  We'll see how the new one responds to me *lengthy* medical history (tehehehe) and if he's going to be a team player or just get tossed on the heap of used doctors.

Off to put a heating pad on my very sore liver and take a pain pill.  Blah - I want my 18-year old body back (and mind!).

HUGS to you all and, again, THANKS!!

Love

Utah

[Smilerdeb]

Hugs Utah.....

Take Care  xxx

[mommy2two2008]

UHAH - I'm here for you hun - just saw this and I am so sorry I did not respond...prayer is coming your way with a title wave of great vibes too.  Love ya dear.

[KD9ER]

I'm so sorry to hear this news.  You and your family have been through so much.  I will be saying lots and lots of prayers for you all.  I really hope you get a good internist.  I found a great one so I'm sending lots of ((((good vibes)))) your way.  Please keep us updated.  You mean so much to us all, your input, support, guidance...well I just can't say enough.  Keep resting and take care of yourself.  We're all pulling for you!

-K

[ras48]

Your carring and knowledge meen so much to us all. You have given so tirelessly when you hve gone through rough times yourself. We will be keeping you in our prayers and sending good vibes. Just hang in there.           Regina

[Thypatient]

So sorry you have to deal with another thing.

I hope your visit to Dr. McBaldy produces some positive news.

I will be thinking of you, friend.

[ChitChatNine]

How are you holding up?