When I did my bone scan last week, we knew that we would see a lot of growth when we compared it to the previous one from October 2019. So looking at the scans side by side, I can see 15 months worth of growth while on active treatment.
Even with that knowledge going in, it was still very hard to look at the images and see how many of my bones have active cancer in them. And it’s crazy to see how much growth there has been knowing I was on chemo the entire 15 months. Clearly the chemo was not working the majority of the time, which we already knew.
Looking at the scans, the parts that are brighter and stand out more are active cancer sites.
A bone scan only shows where cancer is in the bones. The CT scans that I have done every 3 months show cancer in other parts of the body, like my lung and liver.
I have so many beautifully glowing bones, don’t I?
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When I look at a picture of my cancer, I hardly even know what to say…It’s no wonder why I have to take so much pain medication every day just to get out of bed!
The scan is not a surprise to us. I have been on active treatment the whole time and we knew the chemo has not been working, with the exception of this current one (which I no longer think is working). We decided to get another bone scan so we could use it as a baseline for future scans. From here on out I will get a bone scan every three months as well as a CT every 3 months. That way we can track the growth of everything or better yet, track the shrinkage. Wouldn’t that be a nice change?
While the scan was not a surprise to us, it was not a surprise to God either. He knows every cell in my body, and which ones are cancer and which ones are not. I am thankful He is with me every second of the day so I am not alone.
While talking with the doctor today, we are going to try a new medicine to help me sleep a little bit better. And I am also going to take a little bit more pain medication so I am more comfortable during the day. I am always reluctant to take the short-acting pain medication during the day because I’m so worried about constipation. So every time I take an extra pain pill, I’m going to take an extra stool softener to try to offset it.
Upcoming:
1-25: Chemo
2-1: Chemo and CT Scan
2-2: Tele-health appointment with the oncologist to discuss scan results and treatment plan
That’s it for this evening. As always, thank you for praying for our family. And if there is anything I can pray for you or your family, please send me an email or text.
I’m so sorry Jennifer. I know He knows. I know He is not surprised. I know He has a plan for you and your amazing family. But this is still hard. We continue to pray for you daily. We love you. He is the king and knows you by name. He loves you.
Love you friend!
I wish I could take it all away, I really do. You are doing amazing all things considered. Praying for God’s mercy and grace for all of you. Blessings
But what the scan cannot show is God’s spirit inside of you! That provides a glow on your face that reveals your life eternal.
I’m grateful for your medical team who provide such loving care. Each one has been chosen for you. ❤️
Praying for you with others tonight.
So true! Thanks for the reminders!
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Hugs back
“His eye is on the sparrow and I know he’s watching me”
Continued prayers my friend.
Thank you Cindy!
Jennifer. Let that new little puppy snuggle with you and give you kisses. He will give you some comfort and love. I am so sorry. I wish I could take this cancer away from you.
Oh Carol, that is so sweet. Thank you.
Sending you and your family lots of love, Jennifer.
Sweet friend, I am so sorry. No, this isn’t the news we hoped for but our hope is still in Jesus. He can do mighty things! Praying that His will be done. Love you and continuing to pray for you. And girl, no wonder you’re in so much pain! Hugs
I know that God hears every single prayer that is prayed for you and your family. Though this is so tough of a situation, painful in every way, I am glad to see your are trusting God. None of us know how God is using this, but we never need to ever doubt that He is working. Cancer is ugly. Cancer is painful. Cancer is scary. But your God is bigger than any cancer. The pain of it all may even be getting worse, but God is drawing closer. God the creator of heaven and earth is caring for you. God the almighty that knows each cell in your body is your ultimate physician. God that gives peace that passes all understanding is eager to give you His peace and to take away all your fear. Let Him hold you close. Let Him meet all your needs and the needs of your family. TRUST Him with all of your heart. Keep looking up. I love you!
I am praying for you. When I write this it is so simple to write but it is very hard to write the feeling when I pray for you. There is love, the love of Jesus. There is comfort of the Holy Spirit, and there is the assurance that God is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Please pray for me and my family.
Hugging you in my heart as I read this
Thank you for this update my friend… none of this is easy… we continue to pray that God be with you in every step of this journey and like someone else posted, these scans can’t possibly reveal the Spirit of God working in you and all the lives you have impacted through your journey… hugs and lots of love to you today!
God knows everything but still not fun to look at what is happening to your body. Prayers sent up for you and your family every single day.