The areas of concern that the doctors noticed on the last scan have actually grown. The doctors are still unsure of what the spots could be because of conflicting images in the MRI. They think that it could either be scar tissue or the glioblastoma cells flaring back up. They say that it is not uncommon to see scar tissue form. It can actually start to form anywhere from 18 -24 months after the initial radiation. Scotty is right in that time frame!!
Next step is to do a spectroscopy - its an advanced type of MRI that can help to show if the areas are scar tissue or cancer cells. The scan may not give us a clear answer, but if anything they will help the doctors determine a good location for a biopsy (the areas are in very different parts of his brain). Scott will get the scan in a few weeks. We are scheduled to leave on Vacation June 20 - so when we come back, he will get his new scan! So until then, PRAY PRAY PRAY!!!!
Two years ago today, we were being rushed to the ER because of the CT scan that Scott had....June 10 was his surgery, Can't believe its been two years....we will never forget how in shock we were that day and really everyday since then, ha! :) God led us to this, so we believe he can lead us through it!!! Thanks for the prayers, and we will update ya after the next scan!
We are praying! Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteI have been truly blessed to have the opportunity to work with Scott for the past 4-5 years. He has been an inspiration to all of us.
ReplyDeleteScotts can do attitude and willingness to over come adversity is by far the strongest I have ever encountered. We are all pulling for ya.