Brain Met - Getting Nervous

[krisvell]

Hi,
In two weeks, I go for a brain MRI to see the results after two Gamma Knife treatments. They mentioned there's a 90-99% control rate for the first year and a 66% chance for shrinking. After one month, the volume shrunk by 30%. So that's good.
I am getting nervous waiting and wondering what to expect. My eyesight has gotten a little better. The numbness in left leg hasn't changed but they said it probably wouldn't; permanent nerve damage. I've been reading the signatures and I am hopeful.
Would you share what outcomes you've had with Gamma Knife and how it affected any symptoms from Brain Mets?
Hugs (and thank you),
Kris....

[Trish]

No experience (yet) to share. But I wanted to let you know how much I admire you and you have been very much in my thoughts. I'm glad your eyesight is getting better and I hope you adjust to the leg numbness in time. I am hoping very hard for things to go well, Trish.

[Sandra in GA]

Hi Kris,
Just want to let you know I am thinking of you and praying that you will get good reports. Hopefully the tumor will be much smaller. You are such an inspiration and have the prettiest smile ever!
((((Hugs))))
Sandra

[KDR]

As my loving father always tells me, "You're gonna be good..."
There you go, Kris, you're gonna be good!
Love
Karen

[Mary L]

Kris, I am praying for you and I hope you receive a great report. Hugs, Mary L

[michka]

Kris, I hope the Gamma Knife Girls will share their experience and answer your questions. I also love your smile. I am sure the "stupid mets", as someone wrote about her brain mets, are still shrinking.Stay strong. Hugs. Michka

[krisvell]

Thank you all for your support. I'm already feeling less anxious. I'm sure all you know, you try to look for that ray of hope. As Karen's dad says "I'm gonna be good." I'm going with that.
Hugs;

Kris.....

[Ceesun]

Kris...yes, go with that. Just want to say I am pulling for you, too. My husband has told me over the past few years, pray for what you want, hope for what you want.... and we will cope with what we get. I am praying for positive results for you. Ceesun

[Ellie F]

Hi Kris
I am praying for really good news and that the stupid mets are on their way out.
Please let us know what happens. We are here for you.

Hugs
Ellie

[LoisLane]

Hi Kris I am sure those suckers have been blasted to oblivion and beyond......thinking of you
and know you are worried about the results but I feel things will be back to normal very soon. Keep up your good strength and keep moving forward.....Lois

[Elizabethtx]

Kris, I know this has been rough for you. But hang on I am certain your results will be positive! You are so strong and give everyone else hope. I will be praying for your results.
Elizabeth

[Jean]

Kris,
I am with Karen's Dad..."you're gonna be fine"
Thinking of you and saying those healing prayers also.

hugs,
jean

[Pam P]

Kris - I'm thinking of you and praying that the mri will show total response. Pam

[Joan M]

Kris,

i haven't had experience with the Gamma Knife. I had surgery followed by IMRT for my brain met. But I'm sending good vibes that all will be okay and that the met will melt away to nothingness ... forever after.

Joan

[Gerri]

Thinking of you Kris and waiting for your next update; I know it will bring even more good news!

Take care,

[Jackie07]

Kris,

I had Gamma-knife in 2001 for brain tumors that are not related to breast cancer. The last two years we've been watching one of the tumors because it has the potential to block the CSF flow to the Thrid Ventricle. The radiation oncologist requested for my old record from the Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas and determined that the one that's been growing was not among the ones that had been Gamma-knifed. Though my brain tumor is different from a BC metastasis, I just wanted to let you know that Gamma-knife Radiosurgery is an effective treatment. It is considered a 'bloodless' surgery.

[Ellie F]

Kris
What date is your scan? I would like to pray (and keep fingers and toes crossed) on that day for good news.

Ellie

[krisvell]

Hi Ellie,
It's this Thurs, April 21st. I really feel the power of the prayers for me.
Thank you for your prayers.
Love & Hugs,
Kris....

[Elizabethtx]

I'll remember to pray extra hard on Thurs!

[krisvell]

Elizabeth;
Thank you!!! I really appreciate it.
Monday is when I find out the results as the Neurosurgeon is on vacation this week.
Hugs,

Kris..

[StephN]

Dear Kris -
After my GK I had no symptoms, nothing. That is once the after effects of Decadron wore off - which was mainly my weak legs.

I have my 6 month MRI and consult a week from this Friday. Now I hardly even think about it. You will reach that point - it just takes a while, but your confidence in yourself will build.

All the best!

[loveher]

Dear Kris,

I really hope for good results for you. It's always the wait that is the worst. Either way let us know how you're doing. I am sending you my best wishes.
-sue

[Sheila]

Kris
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers that you will get good news after your test tomorrow....the power of prayer, I have experienced it from all of the amazing people here, and you will too! Sending a big hug, and happy Easter!

[krisvell]

Hi Everybody,
Thanks for your prayers and support. Sheila; you are living proof. I prayed real hard for you and a lot of other folks too and boy did my spirits get lifted when you came around.

I agree; I feel the power of prayers and support. Thank you all again. The MRI is done. I find out on Monday and will let you all know. The Neurosurgeon is on vacation so there's no way of knowing earlier which is probably best.
Have a wonder Easter everyone.
Love and Hugs,
Kris....

[Mary L]

Hi Kris, I am praying for good results on the MRI. Best wishes for a Happy Easter. Mary L