and the battle goes on...

  After much thought and after two more Medical opinions, I have decide to try the new treatment specifically on the market for my type of Lung Cancer called "Opdivo".  You may have read my earlier post where I asked for your thoughts on this!

   I also was referred to a wonderful new website that is a forum type site and I read a TON on posts from people who are battling my same cancer, as well as those who have tried and are still taking this treatment.

   I start on Monday, and it will be done at my local Oncology Unit, which is a blessing, since it's close to home.  I will have an one hour Infusion every two weeks and for the most part, I should not feel or have any side effects for at least the first few sessions, which is great since that gets me through the Holidays.  Once I had decided to try it I did ask to wait until the first of the year, but when I learned this and at the encouragement of my Oncologist, who I do love, I will start now.

   I also found out that my vision issues have been caused by a newly developed "cataract" in my left and saw a specialist at Mass Eye and Ear about that yesterday!  It was a relief to know it's not a Retina or more serous issues, but still means surgery and that will be schedule when I meet the surgeon at my next appointment this coming Thursday!  It will be done in early January and that's great as I still place plan to go out to San Diego for a winter escape in February for 3-4 weeks!  YAY!

   On the upside, I'm feeling MUCH better ever since I stopped the Radiation and both my PCP and Dr. Sunkara (my primary oncologist) were very happy that I made it through the seven intense "High Dose" treatments.

    We had a wonderful time in San Diego for Thanksgiving and it was PURE joy to be with both my boys for the first time in years!  Happy Mommy!!

   Hoping you are all well and wishing for a wonderful Christmas season for all!