Monday, April 24, 2017

Why are you doing so well?

This is the statement by my oncologist said after my checkup today. Also after looking at my labs he said "Man these are good!" His final quotable statement was "You have been incredible since Day 1." That last statement refers to the fact that my indicators were the highest he had seen in his career. He's about my age so that would be a long time. It also refers to the incredible turnaround we have been experiencing. Now to get a little technical, he also said that we will see if I am on the flat part of the curve. Multiple myeloma is a rare cancer and there is still a lot to learn about it. Because of this no one is ever declared "cured". Usually, right after treatment, the numbers start creeping up and eventually another bone marrow transplant (BMT) is needed. this usually happens in 5-15 years. Occasionally some people stay on the flat part of the curve. Basically there is no change in the indicators since the BMT. He's being very cautious but so far there is a possibility that I'm on the flat part of the curve. If that is true he said he will be kicking me out of the clinic. It is the closest thing he can say to being cured. We praise God for this and also for the incredible amount of support from all of you.

5 comments:

  1. Mr. C. what incredible news. Not surprising though knowing you. First and foremost you put your faith in our loving Father who walks with us and lifts us up as we go thru challenges. A positive outlook and great support system of family and friends. Continued blessings!

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  2. This is reflective of the importance of your faith in God, positive thinking, strong support from family and friends, and good lifestyle choices. Glad to hear you are doing so well. Blessings.

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  3. Best thing I've heard in a LONG time!

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  4. Great to hear your good news!
    Bev Romans

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