Two weeks ago the oncologist ordered up a series of tests before he begins treatment. Last Thursday was 2 tests, an echo cardiogram (ultra sound of the heart) and a bone scan to make sure those systems are up to the rigors of chemo. This morning was a CT scan w/contrast.
We were supposed to see the oncologist this afternoon, but they called and left a message on our answering machine yesterday to reschedule the appointment until Monday because we were only having the CT Scan that morning. This did not sit well with either the patient nor her spouse because we had taken the day off from work, so we could do both things.
We went over to the hospital and did the CT scan early. I think Donna must have been the first patient of the day, because we breezed right through and were out of the building by 8:30. When Donna asked the tech how long would it take to get the pictures because we were going to have an appointment later that day, she said, “Hold on, I’ll burn you a CD.” Cool we thought, we’ll drop these over at the oncologists office and we can still keep the Thursday appointment. Nope, they not only needed the images, but they needed time for a radiologist to read them before we could talk to the doctor. But because we pushed, they could get the results of the scans on Friday morning and the doctor could see us at 11:00AM. This worked out almost as well because we have Good Friday off and won’t need to miss work.
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Hope all goes well for her.
Brian and Donna – I’ve recently re-discovered your site after a fit of boredom trolling through Miata.net forums… no reflection on either of you or your wonderful site. Just another Miata fanatic with more time on my hands than I know what to do with – “working through” my second job elimination in two years… ah, you don’t want to know.
Anywho, I’m touched by the manner in which you are facing this challenge in your lives – practicality and a bit of humor. That’ll get you through, I’m sure. That, and the positive thoughts and prayers being focused your way. Include me in that group, if you will please. While a tremendous challenge it is, it certainly can be overcome. So many success stories, including my sister – a survivor of 3 years after diagnosis of breast cancer, a full mastectomy and reconstruction. Looking forward to your updates and to the day when you’ll announce your triumph over the cancer. God bless!
Thanks for the comment and any positive karma sent our way. With no history of the disease in her family and the early detection the lumpectomy was the way to go for us. Besides, after a round of chemo, the required radiation will seem like a walk in the park.
I’ve created a category just for the BC posts to make it easy to check in on our progress, but feel free to read the rest of the drivel…
Good luck with he job hunt.