ANA Discussion Forum
Watch and Wait => For those in the 'watch and wait' status => Topic started by: briansmome on January 21, 2010, 11:14:58 am
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Decided with doctor yesterday to wait GK until/if we see new growth. He was willing to go ahead with GK if I wanted; still not sure I made the right decision, but going ahead without being certain just didn't seem to make sense to me. We'll see what the next MRI (in 4 months) shows!!
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Hello,
It's so rare to see CPA tumours. I have one myself. Most of them seem to be ANs. I will also be having GK in the near future. I think it's o.k. to wait if no growth. That is what I am doing.
Vivian
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My AN was a CPA one as well and had over 95% surgically removed....I was advised to wait unless there is growth but not sure if I am W&W material as I am growing quite anxious about my next scan which is in March. My last scan-a year ago-showing the remaining tumor was shrinking so I sure hope that has continued!
Erin
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Hi briansmome!
I am in W & W for an AN. Initially it was pretty nerve wracking - but i think i have adjusted ok after a year +.
As long as you are doing the follow-up MRIs it should be fine.
Of course, i reserve the right to change my mind, since i am a woman. ::)
My father had a stroke last May and is still dealing with those issues.
I believe you will know when the time is right to seek further treatment.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Sue