Today we saw the doctor. Im on a new drug for the tumors in my head. Ive had dizzy brain, and even 3 seizures or so. Im blessed that my parents and hubby are here to help. Ive also fallen a few times. Im lucky to say Ive been caught, so I haven't fallen too hard.
I have more IV treatment in 2 weeks. There aren't many side effects so thats good I am back in a wheelchair, and need help even getting on and off the potty. (which I hate). Sorry I haven't written, Im back to having issues with my words and sight. Im pretty much blind again. :(
So put it down, Im dependent on other people and I appreciate you're support.
thanks- Cassandra
After our talk with the doctor it was agreed that the drug, Keytruda, seems to be working. Cassandra is now off the pain patch and has been requiring less pain meds. The only real question now is how far the drug will go. It has the possibility to completely eliminate the cancer in her brain or just beat it back for a few weeks. We won't know for a little while. If everything continues as planned we will get scans after all 4 treatments.
So for now our goal is to continue reducing pain meds and reducing the steroids. Once the steroids are gone we can work on getting her out of the wheelchair.
Eric
Cassie: So glad your pain has decreased. We love you and will continue to pray for complete healing!
ReplyDeleteYou are such an amazing person and an inspiration to all who are praying for you and expecting that miracle. I am praying daily for you. Love you and your family.
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ReplyDeleteNothing wrong being dependent on others, truth be known your family has been dependent on you for over 2 years!!
Prayers are being answered and we are so thankful that the new drug seems to be working. Keep fighting and before long you will be back chasing Elliott and back to shopping with your mom again. Praying for you always.
ReplyDeletePraying for the continued success of the new medication and praying for the continued relief from the pain. You are such an inspiration. Keep fighting. Keep praying.
ReplyDeleteStay strong and keep fighting kid. We all believe in you and know that things are going to work all for the best. We'll keep praying for you and lifting your whole family up.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a trooper Cassandria! I'm so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. God is with you girl and so are a lot of folks who do not even know you personnaly. You are fighting a battle that could stike anyone of us, so we are fighting this with you. This cancer did not pick the right person, you are going to kick it's butt!! Hang in there girl as you have so stongly done!! We love you
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ReplyDeleteOur prayers and thoughts are with you everyday. Praying for increased strength daily.
Your story is so remarkable! Thank you for sharing it with the world. Although it is sad, it is also happy. It makes me and mine appreciate life more fully. People really take things for granted. Your strength has inspired my family. Keep up the good progress! We are rooting for you!
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord, Praise the Lord!!!!! We knew that God was in control and now this is just more proof. Keep on keeping on Cassie. You are beating this and we knew that you would. We love you and keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear this news!!!! Don't beat yourself up girlfriend that's what families should be doing for each other and you know what they say...our turn will come for our parents (to help take care of them) and that's how it should always be...we are all suppose to stand by each other with love & support no matter what. Keep up the good work, baby steps may seem difficult but each one is a blessing from up above! I'm glad to also hear you're getting some relief from the pain....we all know how much you have to endure and the challenge is so overwhelming, I'm sure!! You are so strong and we keep praying everyday gets a little bit easier and that this medicine will be your answer...Bikes, Blues & BBQ here.....so ride hard into this Fall season knowing we are all here with you in this journey and we all love you. We are praying hard & wishing you the very best!!!!
ReplyDeleteGood afternoon Miss Cassandra and family. Hope you are having a good day. You continue to amaze me in your spirt and endurence. You are such a strong person and I pray this new medicine will work well. God is shining down on your girl, keep that faith girl. You are such an inspriation to all of us, you probably don't even realize how many peoples live you have touched, you certainly have mine. I pray for you and your family. Keep on improving! I cannot wait to hear the next good news!! God loves you and so do I.
ReplyDeleteThoughts and prayers are with you Cassandra. I look forward to every update we read about your recovery. Please stay strong and know we're all rooting for you. May God's amazing love and healing be with you.
ReplyDeleteI pray you are having a good day girl. I pray God will continue to touch you and lay his healing hand on you. I think of you often, and pray you are doing better each day. Don't get discourged about needing help. That is just temporary, you will eventually regain your strength. My sister went through the very same thing years ago when she was in the hospital. People just loose their muscel stength. Every little improvment is a step of accomplishment. Hang in there! I pray the worst is now behind you. Sending hugs your way!
ReplyDeleteSending prayers your way again today. I hope it is a good day for you girl. Stay strong, but look who I'm talking to. You are one of the strongest people I know. You and your family continue to be in my daily thoughts and prayers. Hugs your way. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteGirlfriend, just wanted to say Hi to you all before the week end. I know that it will be a good one for you guys. Enjoy the nice fall weather that we are having and sip on some good ole hot chocolate. Be thinking about where you are going to put all those pumpkins and pretty colored flowers for the fall decorations. Enjoy the week end and we will talk again on Monday. Keep up the good faith Cassie.
ReplyDeleteGood afternoon Schmits. I hope you all have a great Fall weekend. I pray your pain has eased and you are feeling a little better with each day. This may sound strange, but there is this guy on QVC on Sunday morings and Wed evenings his name is David and he sometimes (after eating somthing so good) does this "Happy Dance" that is what I want to be able to do next I hear the next good news. I think the whole family should watch and do this. He just goes in a circle with his hands up and says "Happy Dance, Happy Dance" you guys must watch him he is great. Sorry to go on about it but...Hugs your way and lots of prayers. I'll be praying and thinking about you over the weekend and always!!
ReplyDeleteIt is a pretty Sunday I hope you and the family are able to enjoy it. Many, many people are still praying for you many times every day. The new meds are sounding hopeful. Stay tough.
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