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Results day

So we first met with the head of brain surgery. This is one of those guys with the mahogany offices and is tops in his field. It was his opinion that the risk of operating and attempting to take this thing out outweighed the likelihood of a successful procedure. He had some fabulous images that showed exactly what and where the tumor is and what parts the functional areas it has wrapped into. Some pretty important parts. Comments and concerns of loss of speech and potential paralysis of one or more physical appendages had a play in those risks. He did suggest that not doing surgery at this point does not eliminate the possibility in the future should chemo and radiation not have enough favorable results on things. It just that the risk at this stage does not warrant the action of trying to get fancy.  There’s one more opinion to add to the list.

Next appointment is at 2:30 with the head of neuro-oncology who will discuss with us his perspective and opinion on the best approach to treatment. And then sometime in the next week to ten days the process will begin. If anyone knows where I can find a reasonably priced Flock Of Seagulls wig, please let me know.

More later…

Part 2

Didn’t get to the hotel until 7pm.  Dog tired.  The blog is gonna have to wait.  There’s about 34 more chapters anyway, and 32 of them are still absorbing into my grey matter.  So I’ll just say goodnight for now.

🙂

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8 Responses to “Results day”

  1. Candi Says:
    January 7th, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    We’re all thinking about you today. It’ll be good to know what the treatment plan will be so you can start fighting. I know you can do it!

  2. Kevin Says:
    January 7th, 2011 at 2:09 pm

    Thanks for the update Mr. Rob. Been thinking of you all day, and week for that matter! Hang in there.. You will nail this thing, no problem! Keep in touch!

  3. Nancy Says:
    January 7th, 2011 at 2:28 pm

    That approach sounds very reasonable- I am so happy that you are in good hands. Thanks for the update, and no matter what they say next, I know that you can beat this!

  4. Alicia Says:
    January 7th, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    Hey Rob…We have all been sending good vibes your way. I know you will overcome this and look forward to celebrating with our entire family when that day arrives!!! Oh and I know you LOVED my play list for my I POD, if you want me to send you some tunes you know I will! LOL, ( just wanted to make you laugh) Love you

  5. Freddy Says:
    January 7th, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    Rob,

    I was hoping you were up for a morning visit tomorrow, but it sounds like you’s in Boston. I hope all goes well, and thanks for this BLOG for those of us who like to worry about you! :oP

  6. Cathy Huwer Says:
    January 8th, 2011 at 1:14 am

    Let it absorb, take your time and let us know. We are all thinking about you and praying. God will give you strength.

  7. Kim Vickery Says:
    January 8th, 2011 at 2:10 am

    Yeah…exactly what Cathy said! 🙂 I’m sure it was quite an emotional day and add your lack of sleep onto to it…we can wait!!

  8. Great Aunt Judy Says:
    January 8th, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    Hi Rob,
    First I do know where you can get the (flock of seagulls Wig) If you want it I will to send it to you. Do you want blond? You got it.
    I know it has been a long time. Please know that you and your beautiful family are in our prayers.
    Think inward…find that place inside that makes you fill good. We sometimes forget.
    Mind over mater. Just a thought…

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