Wow, what a day you had. So happy you have a good plan of action though, sounds like you have a really good team behind you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, Jeanette

Dear Vanessa,

You remain in my thoughts and prayers.

The Tykerb Tigers will be ready when you are!

Love, Hope, and Peace,

Carolyn

Damn the cancer...it pisses me off.

What radiosensitizer drug?
 

Dear Vanessa -

Are you getting the drug from Allos that is supposed to make the radiation more effective?? I know your are already starting with the WBR today, but I was wondering if you have had a chance to look into the "radiosensitizer" options??

A little hunkering down in a safe environment with family was "just what the doctor ordered." We need a place to unwind and process the whirlwind that is a day of new diagnosis. You don't seem like the Pity Party type - just get down to biz and do what needs to be done. That is a good attitude to have when going on a new attack.

Goodbye mets!

Think of you!
 

Hi Vanessa,
I was amazed by your upbeat post after all that you went through yesterday. It's very helpful that you have so much support from your family. You certainly do not need this bump in the road, but you sound as if you have the determination to get though it. As you know, many of us here have been down this road. I have not had WBR, but did have brain surgery three years ago for a three cm tumor, and later two times for radiation necrosis.
My thoughts will be with you during the next two weeks.
Best wishes,
Barbara

Vanessa, I was so happy to see your smiling face again; sounds like the onc has a great plan, as well as your family. I'll certainly keep you in my prayers during the WBR; you can do this!!
((hugs))
Julie

Vanessa, I just posted on the *other* thread...I'm so glad I found this one. I'm so sorry to hear you have to deal with this. It sounds like you have a great onc that stays on top of things and is quick to respond...that's a major plus...although I still wish things were different for you. But with an onc like that...I'm sure their plan will kick these mets into the twilight zone.

I am so glad you have such great family support during this time. Its so nice they are all there rallying around to help in anyway they can. That is so important. You hang in there. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Chelee

Vanessa.

You are one amazing woman - and I know you will face this challenge with all the courage and determination there is to wipe those mets out.

Good luck with your treatment, I will be praying for you.

all the best
caya

Vanessa,
I am keeping you in my prayers for each and everyday during your wbr
that all those small mets are going going gone!

Your blessed with family - you are deeply loved

Stay strong and please rest!
Hugs,
Jean

Vanessa,

Not the news any of us were certainly hoping for, but you are in great hands. I am hoping and praying that the txs wil be succesful and you will be NED again very soon.

Hugs and Prayers,
Lexi

Sorry to hear your update and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Hoping all goes well and you are up and out quickly. Stay strong and confident.

Vanessa, Thank you for letting us know how you made out with the scans.
Sorry to hear the results. I will be saying extra prayers for you. Sounds like you have a good onc and strong family support. Now kick that cancer in the butt!!!

Vanessa, Thank you for letting us know how you made out with the scans.
Sorry to hear the results. I will be saying extra prayers for you. Sounds like you have a good onc and strong family support. Now kick that cancer in the butt!!!

Vanessa, thank you for the update. Yes, we were all thinking of you all day yesterday. Sorry this was not news you wanted to hear, but I'm so impressed that you are moving forward so decisively with nipping these nasties in the bud. Warm positive thoughts continue for you and your family

Much love
Chris

My heart is with you Vanessa. I watched for your update all day yesterday and I was heartbroken this morning when I read your update. I just didn't have it in me to respond then. Now those rads just need to zap those mets right out of there. You have to put on that soldier's uniform one more time to do battle.

I am thinking about you.

So sorry to hear
 

but you have a plan, and it is a good one. Tykerb/Xeloda combo is a good one and I just know that you will do well on it Vanessa.

Keep that smile on your face and your positive thinking. My prayers are with you.

Hi Vanessa,

I'm so glad they are going to start right away, rather than letting you wait weeks. I hope the treatment works wonders. Way to go support team! Bev

So glad to hear that you and your docs are on top of this! Take care and let us know how you are doing... T/X is the wave of the future for many of us brain metsters. You will do great. Get that crud outta your noggin and keep it out!! LOL

I was sorry to read your news...but the T/X combo has worked for many people on this board and coupled with the radiation should zap those nasty mets away. I will be thinking of you and hopefully your side effects will be minimal. Stay positive!