"'Our family’s faith is in Jesus Christ and is not dependent on outcomes.' ...We do all that we can for the healing of a loved one, and then we trust in the Lord for the outcome."
- Elder Dallin H. Oaks

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

The Facts:

We went back to Salt Lake last Wednesday to see Josh's doctors, and for an MRI.

So here's the latest:

  • Josh's tumor has shrunk by a little over a centimeter. It was 4.5cm and is now 3.4cm. 
  • He finished another cycle of Temodar (chemotherapy)
  • He will start another cycle of Temodar in about 21 days from today
  • He will continue to receive an infusion every two weeks as part of the study he is participating in. (It is a double blind study, and we aren't sure if he is receiving Avastin or saline)
  • He will not have another MRI until September unless there is a need for one. 
  • We are fine, just taking one day at a time.
  • We are still overwhelmed and completely humbled by all that has been and continues to be done for our family. We continue to pray for blessings to be upon each of you for helping us carry the burden.


6 comments:

Candy said...

well that is great news that the tumor has shrunk (shrunken? is that a made up word?) right?! I'll pray for it to be lots smaller by the time September rolls around. Day at a time for all this chemo and infusion treatments. Love you and I'll pray for you!

Unknown said...

Thanks for the update!

Mike, Sha, Kenna, Kate, & Garrett said...

Hurray for a centimeter! Love ya!

Kandice said...

Wow...I am still amazed by your faith and perseverance, even though I know it is probably so so much harder than you let on. Keep the updates coming. Good luck with all the appointments.

Chandra said...

One centimeter at a time!!! I hope Josh is feeling well. One of these days I will make it out to see you. Miss ya

Lacy said...

Shrinking is great!So glad to hear it!