My last low dose chemo shot was New Years Eve 2015. My Oncologist said to come back in three months for testing. Three months have passed. I went for tests on April 4th and anxiously waited for the results.
I saw my Urologist that same day, my five year and final appointment with him. His office called later to say my PSA (Prostate cancer indicator) was undetectable. I love that word.
My three month test results for Multiple Myeloma, although reported mostly in Medical Greek, were finally posted to a web site I access.
This message was included with the report: “The serum protein electrophoresis exhibits a possible monoclonal immunoglobulin band in the gamma region. Serum immunofixation (IFE) for further identification of this band has been reflex ordered.”
And this: “A reflex test is a laboratory test performed (and charged for) subsequent to an initially ordered and resulted test. Reflex testing occurs when an initial test result meets pre-determined criteria (e.g., positive or outside normal parameters), and the primary test result is inconclusive without the reflex or follow-up test. It is performed automatically without the intervention of the ordering physician.”
That alone does not mean bad news, but it seems a step in that direction. My Oncologist said she would call me if ever there was anything we need to discuss. So far, no call.
In the meantime, there’s much to do as I remain among the living. I finally connected the computer to the stereo, I continue organizing photos, and I actually think I spotted retirement way out there on the horizon.
Still praying for that remission to hold tight, Scott! You and Diane look great. This weekend was a little rough….Jerry and I would have celebrated our fiftieth. Doing better today….enjoy what you have 🙂
Thanks, Tami. I’m enjoying many blessings, and thanking God.
Hey Scott all of the news sounds grate. looks like your going to have a future racing buddy. We all started out that some way. YES even us with a small radio shack car then went onto the big stuff. . LIKE YOU and the rest RC ten trucks. Keep us posted with what all is going on . O ask Diane about a new RC TOY she got last week from a close friend of ours . Thanks DON
Thanks, Don. It was fun introducing him to RC. I turned the speed control way down. He’s two years old and not real interested in instructions right now, but I hope this will be a good memory for him (it is for me).
Scott, Im taking this as Fantastic News. You’ve been to the depths of Hell. Taken more than anyone I know and have survived. This must be an amazing Feeling. My Heart feels Joy and Peace for you. Life is Great!!!! Enjoy! Hugs
Thanks, Betsy. Life is Great! I remember you had quite a serious medical experience and survived. The most amazing feeling I can tell you about was much earlier in this adventure, not knowing what would happen, when I learned how many people were praying for me, God’s Peace came over me. It was a calming peace that made me understand that I don’t have to fear.
Thanks for the update. Live life to the fullest. Prayers said for you.
Thanks, Linda, for the prayers. I feel like I’m living as full and fast as I can. Time is speeding.
Great blog, glad you’re doing well. rock on…
Daniel, thanks for having a look. It appears we have a lot in common.