Good news!

Hunter and I both had Dr visits this week and overall,  things are looking up.  My surgery was a success and they feel confident that they got all the cancer!  Wahoo!!!  The surgeon also said that there is a chance that I might not have to have radiation therapy.  I won't know for sure until I meet with the radiologist on Nov. 5th to discuss the pathology report and get his recommendation.  I will also be meeting with the oncologist to discuss the hormone therapy.  I don't have that appointment scheduled yet.  Overall, I feel better than I expected, all things considered,  and I know I am being blessed.  Hunters appointment went well, also.  We visited with his Dr. for about an hour and were able to ask questions and had a good discussion.  We seem to be on the same page about how to approach his care and that is comforting.  I have been concerned about jumping into a steroid treatment, and his Dr is being very cautious about that as well.  There is more evidence that points toward the systemic rheumatoid arthritis.  However, there is a form of the disease that lasts several months and then goes away.  We are all hoping that is the case with Hunter.  Some of his labs have improved, and the others seem about the same.  The Naproxen is doing a good job of controlling his fever and though it makes him itchy, he is feeling better.  So, for now, we have agreed to stay the course and watch what happens.  He will continue to have regular appointments and blood work to monitor his levels.  If his levels get worse, then we will have to get more aggressive with his treatment.  He is on "home and hospital" for now as he doesn't have the strength to make it through a day of school yet.  He is still anemic and gets tired easily.  He is in good spirits and has really been a trooper.  He got to pass the sacrament for the first time today.  He said it was fun.  We feel overwhelmed by the many blessing we are receiving and the love and support of all our family and friends!  Thank you SO much!!!!  God bless!