They did MRI #3 Tuesday evening. The results were ready Wednesday morning. The measurements of my arm's tumor shrunk some more. It started at 1.9 cm, about the size of a cherry. MRI #2 it was 8 mm, about the size of a plump blue berry. MRI #3 shows it shrinking further to 5 mm, about the size of a pomegranite seed/arile.
My other tumor, the larger one that wraps around my brachial plexus, is harder to size, but the scan showed continued shrinkage in that area too.
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We were thrilled with this news. The plan for now is to proceed with one more "round" of chemo, which means two more Tuesday chemo sessions. The radiation encologist will look at my MRI and determine if my tumors have shrunk enough for targeted radiation. If so, I'll begin radiation sometime soon after completing chemo. They will continue with my immunotherapy, but give it every 6 weeks instead of every three.
Thank you for your continued prayers. They are felt, and I think they are a big part of my pomegranite gift. My nerve pain is still gone. My left hand is still slower at tasks, but it is improving. My stamina is way better than expected at this point of treatment. I've been able to enjoy visits from my kids, including neighborhood walks.
My heart is full of gratitude to my Heavenly Father and my Savior for the blessings, miracles, and joy I'm experiencing. I hope you experience lots of joy on this 4th of July weekend.
