MJN Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I saw the oncologist today. He offered some options for the bone pain, so I'll be trying those over the next few days. I admit I'm anxious about it, but he says that his patients do get relief from the patch he prescribed. It may take a few days to figure out what amount I will need though. Pray it works and gives me the relief I need. The pain is at least a 10 and worse than the back labor I had with all the children. I'm learning that pain is definitely something that can grip your whole being and at this level, it is extremely hard to handle until you get relief. I'm so thankful when the medicine finally kicks in! I will have another MRI done on my back in the next week since this is a new pain. He needs to see what is going on and if it is something new or just from previous bone mets. I go to Duke on Thursday to see if they have any options on what steps we need to take at this point. Pray that I can stay on the Tarceva and that they agree it has been the pain medicine that I've been on that has caused the slight growth of the tumor. It has Motrin in it and evidently doesn't mix well with Tarceva, so we're hoping that it's a "quick fix" (if there is such a thing). I was doing fine until I had to go on pain meds. I feel like the arrows are flying at us left and right. It's hard to control the emotions and reminds me of the early days after the diagnosis. It feels like a nightmare right now. Pray for my dh as this is one of his busiest months and having to be off half days or whole days to go to the doctor with me this month makes it even harder. We all need peaceful, restful sleep at night. He needs prayer for his hands and arms to be strong to do his work, plus to be able to take care of me when he comes home. Some nights I have to have back massages to get the pain to go away. Thank you for your encouraging posts and prayers! Love, Molly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southcarolinamom Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 :grouphug: and prayers to you ... I'm so sorry you are hurting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayT Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Praying for you and your family Molly. (((Hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Prayers for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Prayers for rest, prayers for the pain to go away, and prayers for excellent results from the next doctor's visit.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Sending positive, no more pain thoughts your way....and strength for your DH. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Praying, Molly. I just popped over to your blog, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Still praying, Molly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy loves Bud Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Praying for pain relief, good sleep and the strength you all need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Hi Molly - I sincerely hope that your pain is relieved soon. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprimis Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Praying for you and your family, Molly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Oh, Molly, I'm so sorry you have so much pain. Will heat or ice help at all? Will your insurance pay for a nurse to come to the house to help you? I pray for relief for you!!!!:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 :grouphug:Molly:grouphug: I am continuing to pray for you and will pray for your dh as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 We will be praying for you Molly.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 :grouphug: Praying for relief. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Fairy Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Praying here too, dear Molly! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom0012 Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Molly- I am so sorry that you are having such a tough time.:grouphug: Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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