Great news from the surgeon today - the pathology performed on Kate's arm indicated the arm did not show any secondary sarcoma. This is a strong indication that the sarcoma was caught early and had not yet spread.
The surgeon remains convinced that the amputation was necessary as the sarcoma is likely to have come back. Having got rid of it, we are hopeful the loss of the arm will prove worthwhile.
The pain is still intolerable and so the surgeon has prescribed some different pain killers - all up, Kate has a prescription for seven different pills now! It will be a challenge to eat them all but hopefully the pain will come under control as a result. She is looking decidedly zonked.
Chemo could start as soon as next week if the pain is under control by then - we are in no hurry though and the most important thing is for Kate to have some relief from the pain first.
Time for a little celebration of the sarcoma free pathology - great to have some good news.
It is great to get some good news from the doctors for a change!I am sure you are starting to feel anxious about the chemo but as with the amputation I am sure you will face it with great determination knowing you have lots of support and love from all of us. Will phone over the weekend. Wishing you a pain-free day! Love Viv
ReplyDeleteHi Katy. That's excellent that the sarcoma hasn't spread! So sorry about all the pain and really hope they can get it controlled! I'm sure it's hard to imagine now, but this too will pass! Hang in there - I know you have an amazing spirit. Love + prayers Alice
ReplyDeleteI am SO excited about your news - very well done on being so bloody brave. Onwards and upwards and all that. I wanted to phone you today but what with the time difference, I ran out of time - tomorrow - I promise :) I hope you enjoyed the make-up class and that the new drugs are helping with the pain. Lots of love and prayers XXXDeirdre
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