We went to talk with the oncology department today and finally got the results of all the tests.He has edenocarcinoma..stage 4. It is in his right lung, his right rib, the bottom of his spine, and maybe in his upper jawbone. They are not sure if what is in the jaw is the same thing... Surgery is not an option since it has already spread to different part of his body.
He is going back tomorrow and they will begin radiation treatment. They are planning on doing radiation every day for 2 -3 weeks. Then he will get chemo. After that, they will do another scan to see if the treatment is helping. They said that the radiation should help get rid of the pain.
When we asked about prognosis, we were told that without treatment at stage 4 with this type of cancer, they would give someone 6 months to a year to live. But with treatments, they can usually double this time. They said that they will know more after they have done the first round of treatment.
I have not heard anymore from my brother. I don't know when he is supposed to start his chemo for his lymphoma. Three years ago, it went in remission after chemo, so maybe it will again.
Thank you for all the prayers.
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He is going back tomorrow and they will begin radiation treatment. They are planning on doing radiation every day for 2 -3 weeks. Then he will get chemo. After that, they will do another scan to see if the treatment is helping. They said that the radiation should help get rid of the pain.
When we asked about prognosis, we were told that without treatment at stage 4 with this type of cancer, they would give someone 6 months to a year to live. But with treatments, they can usually double this time. They said that they will know more after they have done the first round of treatment.
I have not heard anymore from my brother. I don't know when he is supposed to start his chemo for his lymphoma. Three years ago, it went in remission after chemo, so maybe it will again.
Thank you for all the prayers.
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