PET Scan validates earlier diagnosis
dclock December 10th, 2007
We did get the results of the PET scan. It also showed significant growth of the cancers in both lungs. It did identify a new cancer growing very rapidly on the side of my left lung. The current line of thinking is to have a surgery to remove a portion of that new cancer, and send it to a lab in Texas. They are doing some cutting edge testing on cancers in the test tube, and perhaps they can find a chemo cocktail that would slow down my progression. They have warned us not to get our hopes up, as this is really new technology and the chances of it working are low. The results also gave us in indication of how long I have to live, given things continue to respond the same way. They have estimated my life expectancy at 6-8 more months. They also identified a new growth in the left side of my “rear” that appears to be cancer spreading. I am meeting with a surgeon later today to discuss all my options. However, as much as I appreciate my Doctors, I simply cannot agree with all they are saying. I feel pretty good right now, just very tired, so it is hard to believe the diagnosis. Katee continues to do well, and has shown so much strength and humor in all this. She will end her chemo in February 08. We will post new information on the site as we get it. Please let me again thank you all that have stood with us both emotionally and financially. Thank You!
Darren,
I continue to get updates, throught our ESI connection.
I am praying for you, and would love to chat , when ever you are availible.
GodSpeed!
Peter
hello clock family! miss & love you all, our prayers are with you now & always. wish there were words that could heal all that is wrong. darrin, i am very sorry i burned your hat in our oven, but i still laugh out loud when i think about it! =) keep those spirits up & chins high. we’re prayin for you all. much love, jen, sheldon, sydney & jarrett
darrin so glad we got to see you and family. we love you. pray for you everyday.aunt carol uncle dick