MJN Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Hey there, I just wanted to update you all on my visit to the surgical oncologist at Duke yesterday. She took an xray and the arm is healing just like she was hoping. PTL! She said that I am NOT a candidate for surgery! YAY!!!!! There is calcium "caulking" growing around the the fractured area which is supporting the arm. That "caulking" will eventually fill in the fracture but it will be a slow process because I'm still doing chemo. Once the chemo stops, the body will go to work in healing up that area just like in a normal, healthy person's body. Chemo slows the healing process down in cancer patients. We were very relieved to hear that I am not a candidate for surgery. I will begin physical therapy the week after Thanksgiving. I probably won't ever be able to raise this arm above my head like I can with the left arm, but if we can get it up 75%, that will be good. Most people, even healthy people, don't get full use of their arm back if it gets broken where mine was broken. Surgery would not help improve those odds at all. I am just thankful I can use my arm and that I don't have to have surgery. I saw a few people up there with only one arm yesterday, so I am thankful to have both arms. I have been given permission to drive as I feel up to it, so that is a great relief as well. Yay! The esophagus burn is doing much better. I was able to eat chicken and brunswick stew yesterday. It was wonderful! My body is CRAVING oranges so I even ate one of those. It didn't cause acid reflux, so that was a relief! We have so much to be thankful for today and every day. I continue to gain strength and feel more normal. I can do more than I could two weeks ago! PTL! I have one more chemo to do on 11/29. We'll do a CT scan and go from there as to whether I will have more chemo or not after the one on 11/29. God has been so good to us! Praise His Holy Name! Love you all, Molly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Molly, what wonderful news! I am so glad that you do not need surgery. And yay on the driving!:auto: I hope that the esophogeal burns go away totally. Continuing to pray for good news like this.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJN Posted November 20, 2010 Author Share Posted November 20, 2010 on here much, but the last time I was, you were really sick. I trust you are improving. Hugs, Molly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Thank you for sharing. Praise God for all your good news! :001_smile::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkInTheBlue Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 So glad you have received good news! I know it has to be such a relief for you and your family. :) Congratulations! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Thanks for the update - glad to hear the good news. :grouphug: and continued prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Molly, that's good news! What a relief not to undergo surgery and be able to drive. And to eat a little on Thanksgiving. :D God bless you. You're in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam L in Mid Tenn Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Praise!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 I am SO happy for you. Thank you for sharing this GREAT news!!! I do know about the burns as I've had two friends radiated for lung cancer. I hope and pray they heal completely, SOON!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalphs Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Thank you for sharing! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Fairy Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 This is wonderful news! Thank you, Jesus! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 WOOHOO! :party: Thank you for sharing :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momof3sofar Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Singing praises with you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Oh, Molly! Thank you for sharing a happy update. I'm keeping you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyFL Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 So happy for you, Molly! God is awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizzyBee Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Yay!! Thanks for updating us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 That is great news! :grouphug: and continued prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJN Posted November 20, 2010 Author Share Posted November 20, 2010 family! I SO appreciate you being a prayer warrior on our behalf. It's amazing how the internet binds us together and yet, we don't even know each other IRL. I am thankful for each of you that have hung in here with us for almost two years as I've battled this beast. Much love, Molly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Thank you, Lord! So glad to hear this good news. Praying for your continued healing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 I am praying that this last chemo appointment is the last chemo you will EVER need!!! After that, go build up your body with the best immune enhancers you can find. Vitamin D3, Cod Liver Oil, Oregano Leaf Extract - get all the good stuff and thrive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: That is great news!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lllll Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Such wonderful news, Molly. Thank you for sharing it. And, yes, we will be praising the Lord right along with you - and continuing to pray for you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Molly, your outlook is so refreshing, and I hope we meet one day. Every blessing to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 22, 2010 Share Posted November 22, 2010 Oh, Molly: I am so happy to hear your news. Hugs and prayers for continued healing and forward progress.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted November 22, 2010 Share Posted November 22, 2010 That is great news! I'm very happy for you to be on the road to healing and mending. :) :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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