Oh Update

[Caran]

Went to hospital today. He had an X-ray then saw the consultant.
All the cancer has gone. He has a 60% chance of living 5 years. That takes into account the cancer and all other things in life.
The question of chemo came up. Normally tumours that are 40 mm in size do not need it.
Guess what? HIs was 41mm. Awkward or what eh!!
Doctor said if he had chemo there was a possibility the 60% could increase to 63%.
On the other hand, chemo makes you feel ill, lowers your immune system and you could get all sorts of infections.
OH has made the decision, no chemo. I don't blame him at all. Doctor agreed he thought it was the right way to go.
He will see him again at 4 monthly intervals and to have another scan in twelve months.
So what a weight to be lifted from our shoulders. He can start to live properly again.
He is improving daily. Still gets tired and out of breath after any exertion but doctor said that is natural after what he went through. That will improve with time.
So for now things look good.

[jourdain2]

I'm very, very glad for you both, Caran. :) x

[twix123]

That's good news Caran - onwards and upwards, day by day.

[NoMercy]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Diet will play a huge role now in his return to health, so plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables should be the way forward. If he struggles with dietary intake ask your Oncologist to prescribe Fortisips and Fortijuice.

[Mamyalynne]

Very encouraging news for you both , hope the improvement continues.

[Tilly2]

Excellent news, Caran. Start planning some more holidays now.

[anneasquith]

What great news.. the chemotherapy, such a good decision,

[Patsy33]

That's great news Caran. I'm sure you're both relieved. Make the most of future together.x

[Caran]

Thank you all for your good wishes. They are very much appreciated.

[Caran]

Also thank you No Mercy for finding the time to post when you have such terrible problems of your own.
I hope you heal soon from this tragedy.

[gness]

You sound positive, Caran.....and that goes a long way.......and I'm happy MrC is improving daily......Gx

[murraymints]

what good news..and a wise decision re treatment..quality does count..best wishes to you both..and hugs..xx

[Old_Geezer]

Good to her. Hope all goes the best from here on.

[Old_Geezer]

...hear.

[DTCwordfan]

Fingers crossed big time for you both, Caran. Encouraging and enjoy a glass of something.

[mazie]

So please for you both Caran. Hope OH continues to feel better each day xx

[Peter Pedant]

he has had a hard time
he will feel crap for around a year

anyway ever onward and outward - outwards from Hospitals of course
terrible places....

[DaisyNonna]

Best wishes to both of you
May you have many happy years together and some lovely holidays

[Caran]

Thank you again for all the lovely postings. You are a great bunch of people.