Laura is doing well today, though the headache persists. It is localized around her right eye and temporal area, so please pray for those areas. It is obvious she is happy to be out of the hospital, and her appetite has returned aside from the times her headache is intense. No BM yet, so that would be welcome as well.
After the surgery last Monday, Professor told me the majority of the tumor looked like a Stage 2 (low grade) aside from one section. However, he couldn't confirm that until it passed through pathology (labs) to confirm. On Saturday, he informed Doc, Janet, and I that all was Stage 2 aside from one corner that was Stage 3 (high grade). The good news is that there were no cancerous cells in her blood work or spinal tap, so it might have just recently changed/mutated. For good measure, he recommended that we have her undergo some local radiation to ensure there are no Stage 3 cells lingering around. The MRI confirmed all of the tumor is out, but cells can hide. Laura was informed yesterday, and she didn't blink an eye. She wants to get this finished and move on with life...a trooper to put it lightly. We are waiting to schedule an appointment with the Professor either later today, but most likely tomorrow. He said the radiation could be administered in Grand Rapids/MI (thank you to the leadership in GR for developing a life sciences economy so this is available locally). He said this is not something to worry about, as it is a preventative measure, and the tumor was found and removed in very short order, therefore potentially getting it out before more of the tumor mutated. Praise God!! We look forward to learning more when we meet with him next.
Prayer Requests
Please pray for safe, comfortable treatments of radiation, disolving headache, and a less retentive van for the kids. Thanks again for all of your support and prayers, it is a true blessing to have so many loving friends. God Bless
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Sorry you still have your headache!! You are still constantly being prayed for...hopefully it will go away today. That's so great that they got the entire tumor out! I know the radiation will take care any sneaky little cells that are left...if anything is even there, which I highly doubt.
You are so brave. You are being such an amazing example through this whole thing. And Chad, you are such an outstanding hubby and friend to everyone.
You both take care and get some much needed rest.
Love,
Alisha and fam
Hi Laura and Chad, sorry to hear that the headache is still persisting. We'll keep the prayers going. Glad to hear that you are able to spend time away from the hospital, and hope that you were able to get some much needed rest last night.
Thanks again for all the updates.
God Bless!
Hey you two---thanks so much for the pictures; I miss my friend so much! Laura, continue being strong and faithful! You have all of us with you in loving prayer lifting you up.
I hope you both are doing as well as the blog sounds. Not an hour goes by that I am not in some way thinking about you and KNOWING that all will be well. I love ya, Princess--
The Pea
Laura and Chad,
We are thanking God for a great report and standing in faith with you that your headaches will pass and He will heal you completely. Know we continue to pray for you and your family. We expect God to use you in a mighty way........
Love and Blessings,
Lisa and John
Laura,
You look really good in these pictures. I can't believe you were out walking. I know radiation is something you were hoping to not have to endure, but if it secures the prognosis that the whole thing is out and GONE, then it sounds like it's the best route to go. You are being so strong through this...I am constantly thinking of you and checking the blog, praying, and sharing with others your progress and prayer requests. Keep your chin up and continue resting to gain your strength for the days ahead. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Love,
Jennifer & Boys
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