Update and Wait...

Since our last post, I have had a biopsy of a small spot on my liver and an appointment with the Leiomyosarcoma specialist, Dr. Ganjoo.

The results are not what we suspected.  The good news is that the biopsy did NOT show Leiomyosarcoma in my liver.  It actually showed trace amounts of Lymphoma (remember, I also have a rare, slow growing form of Lymphoma).  Lymphoma is not usually seen in the liver, but the Lymphoma is not really of great concern.

The other locations that are of concern are my lungs and the original spot of my Leiomyosarcoma tumor, in the back of the abdomen.  The good news and bad news is that these spots are so small they may or may not be a problem.  The doctor's recommendation is to scan again in six weeks to compare growth, if any, of these spots.

We realize this news is somewhat better than we expected, but at the same time still concerning.  We really grilled Dr. Ganjoo today.  We are confident that given the complexity of my health issues (I literally have two extraordinarily rare forms of cancer) my Stanford team is taking the correct next steps.  Dr. Ganjoo was clear that she is working with my entire oncology team at Stanford to address my case. 

Unfortunately, waiting a while for the next scans is the next step.  Waiting isn't really one of my strengths...


Comments

  1. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 4:46 PM

    Waiting is hard! I'm not good at it myself. I'll be thinking of you and sending you lots of positive vibes

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  2. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 4:46 PM

    💗🙏🏼love you Kristi!

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  3. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 4:49 PM

    I'll take it as a win for your liver and keep praying for the rest!

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  4. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 4:49 PM

    Continuing my prayers for you and including patience. ❤️

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  5. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 4:50 PM

    Praying for you friend! 🙏 You are so strong and I admire your amazing, positive attitude. I pray in Jesus name that the spots won't grow! 🙏 Thank you for keeping us posted. Hugs, love, and prayers to you, Jim and your family. 💕

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  6. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 4:53 PM

    All my love and prayers Kristi! You continue to be an inspiration. I admire the grace you demonstrate and thank you for taking the time to update your loved ones ❤️

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  7. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 5:31 PM

    Continued prayers.

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  8. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 5:44 PM

    Sending you lots of prayers and hugs! Hang in there, you have a huge cheer squad! Xxxxoooo

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  9. Mary ClementNovember 3, 2022 at 5:53 PM

    Thank you for the update Kristi. You're always in my prayers and I love you! Hoping for good news in 6 weeks.

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  10. AnonymousNovember 3, 2022 at 8:55 PM

    Walking through this with you. Mom has stage four cancer and I’m praying for you each time I’m with her, too. You are loved!

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  11. DebraNovember 3, 2022 at 10:28 PM

    You are so tough and resilient. You got this. I agree waiting is the worst. I’m praying for you and sending my love.

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  12. AnonymousNovember 4, 2022 at 12:48 AM


    Praying for both…Philippians 4:6-7

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  13. AnonymousNovember 4, 2022 at 2:33 AM

    Waiting is so hard. We are all collectively holding our breath and waiting with you. Hope you can think of other things.

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  14. AnonymousNovember 4, 2022 at 11:05 PM

    Praying for you Kristi! The waiting would drive me nuts. Glad you have Jim to take you on crazy adventures!!

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  15. Karen ElliottFebruary 9, 2023 at 6:49 PM

    ♥️🙏🫂

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