The tumour appears to have responded to the dual system of drugs and radiotherapy, and has not increased in size since the last scan. This is a positive sign that its activity has slowed. We are very aware that it still shows signs of being an aggressive growth, but we are grateful that treatment so far has bought us more time. While it appears to be "asleep" now, we know that it will become active again in the future.
Wayman started a chemotherapy program today of 5 days on and 23 days off and if he can tolerate it, it is available for 6 months.
We acknowledge the wonderful medical expertise that is available, allowing us to rejoice in this good news. Our doctors have at their disposal the best of modern medicine, and Waymans' progress is in response to the program they have put in place.
We also know that our Heavenly Father is in this journey with us. He has given us great peace to trust Him and our doctors. That we are surrounded by praying family and friends humbles us immensely, and we are constantly reminded of how wonderful the family of God is.
This new stage brings its own set of challenges as we discover what it is like to have Wayman on heavier doses of chemo. I am in awe of friends who are going through this with grace and dignity. Please pray that we will also continue to live well.
Thank you for updating us Ruth. We thank God that the tumour has responded as hoped for and will continue to pray that you you will both have all that you need to cope, remembering always (as I know you do) that God's grace is sufficient and His power is made perfect in weakness. We send much love, Ken and Judy
ReplyDeleteThis update is really good news, not least because you have shown how you keep trusting our Father in heaven. I am really grateful for the blogs and the photos. I look forward to seeing the veggie patch soon! Chris and Belinda.
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