Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Sorry I haven't updated the blog site for a while.

Am in the middle of an enjoyable school holiday with the girls (what we've seen of them that is!) They are such social critters. Off to sleep overs and day trips to friends.

Took Tahnee and 8 of her friends camping for 2 nights at Joyce's Creek in Newstead. Lots of water, green grass and terrific weather.

Went down to Melbourne to see the Tim Burton and Titanic exhibitions with some friends. Slept all the way home on the train after the big day out.

Have family visiting from Canberra and Perth next week.

Got the results of my most recent CT scan today. The tumors have grown slightly which indicates the chemo is no longer working so a decision was made to discontinue it's use.

My oncologist has referred me to the Western General Hospital in Melbourne which is undertaking a trial of a drug called Certuximab. I will have some blood tests to determine whether I am eligible for the trial. There is a 60% chance that I will. It will mean a weekly trip down to Melbourne. The affects of the drug are negligable compared to chemotherapy, which would be a blessing.

Feeling a little flat given that this is a new hurdle to leap over and I'm still getting over the affects of my last chemo treatment.

Love and blessings
Ray