Zap Me!

So, to recap: I have pneumonia and C. diff., and I was anemic until a blood transfusion last night. 

But no blood clots in my lungs and no cancer cells in my cerebro-spinal fluid. Right now, despite the one new tumor in my skull, I feel like I've dodged a bullet, yet again, because it could have been so much worse. Dodged big time. 

Today, I discussed the various types of radiation with two of the doctors here, and I agreed to treat this new tumor with a gamma knife procedure.

I have the appointment set up for Thursday next week, but I'm not sure yet if I will keep it. I had told Dr. Lee that I wanted to go back to the radiation oncologist at Swedish who has radiated me three times in the past, but he had the doctors here come and see me anyway. 

Maybe that was office politics, or maybe he wanted to get their input on the best treatment for me, but I felt a tiny bit railroaded. It didn't help that I didn't much like the doctor who is scheduled to do the procedure. 

Now, the gamma knife is a one-time deal, so it may not matter that I don't like this guy all that much, but I'm going to have an honest conversation with Dr. Lee on Monday morning--the next time I will see him--and if I'm not satisfied I will cancel the appt. and go back to my other doctor. 

In the meantime, I have a CD about the procedure to watch on my laptop. I'll do that sometime over the weekend. 

My departure from the hospital is now scheduled for Monday. And I must be feeling better, because I'm starting to get pissy. 

@ Jeanne Sather 2009.

Comments

[Susan C]

I am SO relieved to read about no cancer cells in the spinal fluid.

Getting "pissy" is a really good sign. I know I'm really sick when I take things lying down.

[Lisa O]

Jeanne
So glad to hear you are "getting pissy" (LOVE IT!) and feeling a bit better. Many hugs and prayers coming your way . . .

[Gloria Nagler]

Sorry you're captive for the weekend, Jeanne! And sorry about the tumor/pneumonia/anemia. Jeeze, think there's enough for you to deal with? The gamma knife surgery sounds noninvasive and effective, though. Yay for modern medicine.

Warm regards,

Gloria

[carver]

Hi Jeanne,

I hope everything will go smoothly for you to leave Monday and that the radiation is set up in whatever way you are the most comfortable with. What a huge relief that the spinal fluid is clear.

As ever, Carver

[Jacqueline]

pissy!? that's my girl!!! xoxo