Latest Medical News

I know, I know.......it's been some time since I last posted a blog update. Well, here goes. Since my last blog, I've had two stress echo tests, a blood test including those tests for cancer markers, and an MRI scan on both my abdomen and pelvis.

First the bad news.......if you can call it that. I had to have a second stress echo because the first one indicated a part of my upper GI tract now sits in front of the lower part of my heart, thus blocking the image. Yes, Ali, this was confirmed by my cardiologist. Anyway, the second one shows my heart is working just fine.....pre-stress, during stress, and post-stress.

On February 26, I had a follow up visit with my surgeon, Dr. Bold. He looked around, felt my tummy, and pronounced he did not want to see me again. I couldn't thank him enough, but also said I never wanted to see him again either. Great office visit....a lot of laughs. He showed me the results of the cancer marker bloods test..........my CA19-9 count was <5+ which is on the low side of normal!!!!! No cancer to worry about there.

We were dreading today as I had an appointment with my oncologist to review the MRI results. She called me at work this morning to cancel my appointment because she's not feeling well (pregnancy). Dr. D'Andre mentioned the blood test numbers and also mentioned the MRI scan shows nothing abnormal except the fact I had had surgery. Great news for Kaye and I as our year plus of hell may be put on the shelf for awhile. No more blood tests or scans for three months.

I still think something will pop up in the future, but we're still taking each day to it's fullest and just enjoying life, the kids and grand kids.

My never ending thanks to all those friends, family and co-workers at CDA for their unwavering support. You all are tremendous. And I can never repay my love (Kaye) for being my wife, my love, my friend, my advocate, and a giant keeper of the faith during the rough times.

I'll continue to post, and I just hope the good news continues.

Jim