My blood test, the CA125, showed a good number, lower by 21pts. Hooray! Also, the last three CT scans have been re-read by a new pair of radiologist's eyes and he concurs with the reports that show nothing out of the ordinary. In other words, I am still considered to be cancer-free.
Another good thing has come to my attention about my current therapy. I have been on the actual study drug, Avastin, for the entire time. Even when I was undergoing chemotherapy. The GOG
(Gynological Oncology Group) that is sponsoring the study sent me a formal letter stating my part in the study substantiates that this regimen was statistically significant in terms of survival without evidence of cancer growth. I feel honored to be able to be such a big part in finding a cure for ovarian cancer. Genentech is the company providing the Avastin. I will receive two more cycles ending mid April. Celebration is right around the corner!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
My Truth
Yes, I'm a little anxious. It's been a long two weeks. I have been trying to stay in the day while waiting for the blood test to be done and read. My doc e-mailed me some news. I have been on the Avastin (clinical study drug) for the entire time. Not a placebo. And, results show patients on it have a lower rate of relapse. The truth is, I feel really good and no matter what the results of the blood test are, I'm alive right now and the fact that I put my feet on the floor and got out of bed this morning is a testament to that. Carpe Diem!
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