Hi everybody,
On Friday we drove up to Columbus to consult with a specialist at Ohio State, Dr. Olencki, for a second opinion. At first we thought the trip might be pretty fruitless, but it turned out to be very informative, and hopeful. Dr. Olencki had a different opinion about one of the options we weren’t considering before, involving a drug called Nexavar. A lot of oncologists differ about whether it’s effective in cases like these, but he felt very strongly that it was worth a chance. However, we’ll have to consult with Dr. Bhandari to coordinate a course of treatment. We’ll keep you updated on that.
Tony and Beth came home this weekend and got a chance to hang out at the annual block party with us, and Andrea and Chris are coming up with Elliot on Monday!
Thanks, and we love you,
Linda, Jim and Tony
4 comments:
Hi Linda & Jim,
Enjoy the time together. We hope that this new approach brings great results. We're heading to Denver on Thursday to visit family & friends and get up into the mountains.
Love,
Kathy & Jack
Hi Wimmers,
This is Karen Thomsen, who used to live up the street next to Patty and Mark years and years ago (Andrea used to babysit my sister and me!). Anyway, Patty called us when Linda was first diagnosed, and she told us about the blog. My parents and I have been keeping up with all of your updates, and we're all keeping you in our thoughts and prayers always! My parents want to leave a comment, but they haven't quite figured out how to do so ;) I just felt like at least one of us should let you know that we are all hoping for you, Linda! Also, congratulations on becoming grandparents!!
Love,
Karen
My prayers are with you and the doctors as they coordinate new treatment!
Love ya!
Lora :)
Dear Linda,
It is Marisue Naber, Dick and Marilyn's daughter, writing. This is my first opportunity to read about your journey and my thanks to our friend and first cousin, Connie Naber, for letting me know about your blog. You have quite a story to tell and thanks for allowing us a glimpse of what has been happening with you.
My prayers join with all of the others for your wellness.
Love,
Marisue
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