Today we saw our oncologist. The last time we saw him was in the hospice home and he said there was nothing more he could do. Today, we were all smiles. He was very excited about the new drug and said "You couldn't make a better drug for Cassandra." After a quick visit where he asked Cassandra how she felt, we went up to the chemo room to get her IV treatment. (Her new drug is not chemo, that's just what they call the room.)
The new plan is to get 2 treatments of Keytruda and see how Cassandra is feeling. If she is seeing signs of improvement, then we continue with the last 2 treatments. After all 4 treatments we will get a scan to see what is happening. If Cassandra has not improved after 2 treatments, we will then get a scan to see if the drug is working. If her cancer has progressed, we will stop the treatments since the drug isn't working.
The good news is we should find out pretty quick what is happening. In the next couple of weeks I fully expect Cassandra to have less pain and pressure in her head. After she starts feeling some pain relief we can start to work on other things like getting her walking and reading again.
Cassandra has already stated some of the things she wants to do when she feels better. She continues to stay very positive about the future.
Thank you all for your continued support!
Eric
Thanks for the update! I know you will have everyone's prayers without a doubt that this Keytruda will be the miracle. God Bless you all!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a inspiration to all of us Cassandra..we are praying that this new drug is the one that can/will win the battle. You and your family are constantly in my prayers..we can't wait for you to get better so we can hear about Elliots Halloween adventures...Keep fighting as we continue to pray for success.
ReplyDeleteCassie, you are the strongest bravest person I know. Keep fighting the fight for everyday, week and month to see Elliot get that much bigger! You are my hero and such an inspiration to myself and countless others. Praying this is the miracle drug you have been waiting for!! You are a miracle and I admire your ability and determination to continue to keep going forward in this battle.
ReplyDelete“When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” ~Harriet Beecher Stowe
ReplyDeleteCassie, my church and I have been praying for you everyday since not long after your diagnosis. We love you and know that God is working a miracle in your life. You're fight is inspiring and we pray that this new drug is just another step on the road to healing. Stay strong and we'll keep trying to do our part because our gracious Heavenly Father gives strength to fight the good fight.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a great inspiration to all that know you and to those of us that don't personally know you, but, know your family. Cassie, keep on fighting, this new medicine is going to help and with all the Prayers that are coming your way, you are going to be a good advocate for others to follow, through the Grace of God. May God Bless your Family, we are counting on you to keep fighting this battle. Thanks for all the updates, Prayers are coming your way. Love in Gods Hands.
ReplyDeleteA cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition, and that girl you have times a thousand!! Keep on keeping on!!
ReplyDeleteIn time of test, family is best. Cassandra, you are an amazing person with an amazing family!! And we are all praying daily for you!!
ReplyDeleteWell Miss Cassie, Fall is just around the corner. The air will be brisk, the pumpkins out (maybe the pumpkin man again) and the divine smell of pumpkin pie, apples & cinnamon here once again. It's my favorite time of year!!! I remember last year there was the "Great Pumpkin Spice M&M" hunt...and yes they were found, in Springfield, MO...just for you and we can see them all on your kitchen table from your 10/4/13 blog...you & Elliott surrounded by them. This is just to remind you how far you've come & how far you can go!!! Believe in yourself, you can and will get through all this because you're braver than you believe and stronger than you seem right now. All of your friends & family know how hard you fight and realize you get tired and that is all okay!!! In one of my darkest moments, my Granny once told me Courage does not always roar, sometimes Courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying......"I will try again tomorrow"!!!! Please, just tie the knot and keep trying everyday and we'll keep holding the rope and asking God to give you the "Miracle" you so deserve!!!! You have a wonderful loving husband by your side and a sweet little boy, Elliott along with your family and all of us that all continue to love & support you!!!! I'm hoping you're having & Good Day and God Bless you all!!!
ReplyDeleteHey girl, I can see that smile shinning thru today.!!! We all know that God is in control and that the new medicine is going to be your Savior. You have got this whipped Cassie. You and your family is always in my thoughts and prayers. Just take one day at a time and before you know it you will be decorating the house for Santa to come. God Bless you and we love you all.
ReplyDeleteCassandra, Keeping you and your family in my prayers. You are an angel from heaven. Keep fighting and never give up.
ReplyDeleteCassie, Keep your head held high!! You are such a fighter! I am so proud of you and your ability to keep such a positive attitude. God bless you and your family.
ReplyDeleteYou are a strong and beautiful woman. I admire your courage and strength through this process. The new medicine will work!
ReplyDeleteKeep on fighting!
You and you family are in my prayers!
Girl, Superman don't have a thing on you. Well maybe he does, he can fly and we haven't seen you do that yet. You have inspired so many of us with your story while all of the time being so positive, just unbelievably incredible. You know Halloween is coming up and we were wondering what we were going to do this year? Your dad tells us your taste buds are changing and Pumpkin M&M may not be your favorite any longer. So you need to be thinking about it and let us know what you want the-- sky being the limit because we have connections from Madison Co. all the way to China. So what sounds good to you this year? Cassandra, hang in there. We all are constantly praying for you and your family so we know he is listening. None of us can even imagine what you have had to endure but we all have faith the Lord has brought you this far for a reason.
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