We have decided to create a blog, to help inform everyone on the status of Scott and this stinky ole brain tumor. Please feel free to pass the blog address on, we need as many prayers as possible. We believe that there is a huge power in prayer! i think that with God on our side, we can beat this tumor!

Friday, July 22, 2011

6 Week Check Up

Yesterday I had my 6 week check up with my surgeon Dr. Tandon. Its hard to believe that it has been 6 weeks since I had the orange size tumor removed from my head. It was a good check up. I took a visual field test to see how my vision is doing after the surgery. The doctor liked what he saw and cleared me to drive. I feel like my vision is better now after the surgery. I was excited to hear that. Its another step closer to finish line. He also said that I could return to work when I felt up to it. I hope within the next couple of weeks I can return for half days. By the end of next week I should be feeling all of the side affects of the radiation and chemo. I feel that will give me a good gauge to see if I can return to work. I am ready to get back into the swing of things. We talked to the doctor for about an hour and he restated how much of a challenging surgery I created for him and how much fun it was for him and the nurses to move me around on the operating table. Apparently, I was not their smallest patient. I asked him if I was going to set off the airport alarms when I go through check in because of the titanium in my head- he said that I would not. So thats unfortunate. I was happy with the appointment and a lot of positives came from it.

I have now completed 2 weeks of 6 of the radiation and chemo. So far I have been doing really good with it. I have only had a couple of headaches since the treatment started. I have been trying every morning to get up and go walking too. The oncologist says that the walking should help. Only 4 more weeks to go then I will be finished with the cooking of my head.

I have to give God all of the credit for answering my prayers so far on making this a smooth treatment . I cannot give enough thanks to my beautiful wife for taking me to treatment and putting up with me 24 / 7 for the past 6 weeks. We have sure enjoyed this time together and with our little Tyler.

I would also like to thank my mom for hauling me around to all of my appointments and treatments as well. Between the 2 of them they have just been the best support system. Thanks to all of you for all of the prayers and support.

Love,
Scott
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11 comments:

  1. Sara HaleJuly 22, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I am so happy to hear all of this, Scotty. I know you can beat this... you are a tough cookie and my favorite "client." LOL~! Wes and I are here for your support and sending prayers your way. Get Tyler ready to meet his new buddy soon:-)

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  2. Allison CarterJuly 22, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Glad you are doing good.. we all knew you would! :O) I too am a little bummed you will not set off the airport alarms! lol cant wait to see you soon!

    <3 Allison

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  3. AnonymousJuly 22, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    SO GREAT TO HEAR!!! SURE DID ENJOY SEEING YOU ALL THIS PAST WEEKEND..SORRY I WAS ENJOYING THE KIDS SLIDE TOO MUCH!!

    ALBERT

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  4. mattbJuly 23, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Scott-
    This is great news! I am so happy that you might return to work soon...I bet that will be a welcomed task. I am bummed that you won't be setting off any airport alarms....oh well.

    We are all praying for you (especially Luke- everynight with our family blessing he adds a special prayer for Uncle Scotty.

    You a fighta! Lots of love and big hugs from Georgia :-)
    Matt Tammy Luke and Gracie

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  5. JamieJuly 23, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Love you guys!!!!! So thankful for your family and for such good doctor reports!!!
    You can set off the airport alarms.... But we will just have to find another option if the metal in your head won't work!! ;-)

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  6. Mike PorterJuly 25, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Scott,

    Ford just sent this over and we are praying for you guys. We live out in Katy in Firethorne. Please let me know if there is anything you need at all brother. We are here to help out. mporter006@comcast.net

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  7. AnonymousJuly 26, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Im glad to hear you are doing good big cuz!!

    Much Love
    Sydney

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  8. P CaskeyJuly 26, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Keep up the hard work Scott and always stay positive. You have been thrown a curve but you have an amazing and supportive family around you and we all know you will beat this. As far as the airport alarms...I'm wondering if you want the quickie pat down or the full on patty? I just have to know. Keep the blog going as I think this is a great way to comm. your progress.

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  9. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Wow, all sounds so positive and promising. I will pass the word to all who I have asked to pray for you. Glad you chose MD Anderson, its the number one cancer center in the USA. Aren't we in Texas lucky to have the best for our best to receive treatments.
    Love and Prayers,
    Ant Deni of the Broussard and Bedingfield extended family.

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  10. AnonymousJuly 28, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Scotty,
    This is wonderful news -- God is good and I know you're on the right path - keep the Faith and stand strong.

    Love ya,
    Aunt Jackie

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  11. AnonymousJuly 31, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Scott,
    It is so good to hear the wonderful news
    . God is Good!!! Glad we got to visit the other weekend. Tyler is a precious little boy. I'm so glad you have Candace and your Mom for transportation and all the love and support. We are still praying for you.
    Take care,

    Love you , Jan and Jimmy

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