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Watch and Wait => For those in the 'watch and wait' status => Topic started by: Rivergirl on April 14, 2011, 05:57:46 am

Title: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: Rivergirl on April 14, 2011, 05:57:46 am: Went to Mass General yesterday met with Dr Loeffler (loved him) to talk about radiation options and he was very up front and honest that I was not a good candidate for radiation due to the location of my tumor and the symptoms. Then I was off to see Dr. Martusa (head of Neurosurgery at Mass General) and we discussed surgical approaches. I felt comfortable with him and think he and Dr. McKenna will do a just fine by me. Now that I have the final details I am calm and ok with the impending surgery, I will be so glad to have it behind me. My symptoms have truly worn out their welcome, the pressure and pain is intense and interferring with my life, can't believe I have waited this long, time to fix it. It will be done end of May first of June.
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: suboo73 on April 14, 2011, 06:35:34 am: Hi Rivergirl!

So glad to hear you have consulted with some wonderful docs and have a treatment decision - awesome!
I can't imagine AN symptoms being so bothersome like yours...for this, I am glad your doctor visits went well and you are ready to get on with the surgery.

Prayers all around to you and your family.
Prayers for a successful surgery and quick recovery! :)
Keep us posted.

Sincerely,
Sue
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: CHD63 on April 14, 2011, 11:23:21 am: Cindy .....

So glad you have made a treatment decision. Cannot imagine waiting and watching as long as you did ..... but I know others have waited longer. Deciding on treatment and physicians has to be one of the most stressful parts of this whole process.

Be sure to let us know the exact date, when you know it, so we can send up those prayers. In the meantime, prayer for calmness and less pain and pressure while you wait.

Clarice
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: hendi51 on April 14, 2011, 02:27:02 pm: Good luck on your surgery Cindy. My hubby has his surgery March 15th and is doing very good. He still has a problem with double vision and everything tastes sweet but otherwise he's doing good.
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: Jim Scott on April 14, 2011, 02:38:44 pm: Hi, Cindy ~

I'm pleased to learn that you've found a medical team that you're confident with and have made a decision on surgery. After 3 years of 'watch-and-wait' (and increasingly troublesome symptoms) I can understand why you're anxious to get this over with. You've selected a fine facility and have excellent doctors. I know you're going to do well. Of course you'll have our thoughts, prayers and support all the way. Congratulations on taking this big step on your way back to normalcy.

Jim
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: Rivergirl on April 14, 2011, 03:18:48 pm: Thanks for the well wishes I will post date when it comes through.....Hend, I hope my sweet tooth goes away with this surgery but then again if salad and vegetables taste sweet then that would be some diet, glad he is doing well.
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: ppearl214 on April 14, 2011, 03:53:23 pm: Cindy
I've got a pre-surgery healing huggle all set for you for this Sunday!!!!! Congrats on getting the decision-making-monkey off your back.... now, time to feast... and onward and upward to wellness! :-*

CYA Sunday!

xo
Phyl
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: G_Man on April 23, 2011, 08:48:05 pm: Cindy
Good luck with your surgery. It sounds like you found good doctors.
Glen
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: Mickey on April 24, 2011, 08:02:17 am: Good luck with your surgery! Wishing you the best with a speedy recovery. Mickey
Title: Re: And the decision is Surgery
Post by: moe on May 01, 2011, 09:18:58 am: Cindy,
Glad you have that date and will be thinking and praying for you and a successful surgery. Stay busy and it will be here before you know it!
Maureen