I’ve had many people ask how I’m doing, so I thought an update would be appreciated. My thyroglobulin numbers have increased dramatically; I’m in the high 900s again (compared to the 400s six months ago), indicating that the cancer is much more active. Additionally, my PET scan shows significant growth in the existing spots. Thankfully, there are no new spots.
I am currently in Mexico for 2 days and grateful to have my daughter Jess, my friend Tiffany, and of course, my dog Tucker with me. I am consulting with doctors here about new treatment options. At the end of June, I will return to the Mexico for a week of treatment. The doctors in Mexico will send me home with IV treatments and want me to return once a month for six months. My US doctors want to give it three months, then repeat lab work and discuss targeted radiation if my numbers haven’t improved.
How you can pray:
- It is always hard not to get discouraged.
- This round of treatment will cost around $15,000.
- Strength for my family; this is hard on all of us!