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So for those who have been following Dave's cancer situation, here is the latest.... Today is FINALLY the PET scan...after 5, yes 5, denials from insurance, he is having it today. It should reveal where the cancer is, in it's entirety, we hope. He finished his 6th chemo treatment almost 2 weeks ago, and most of the side effects have diminished. He meets with the surgeon on the 1st of September, where he will schedule the surgery.

He had a challenging week at work, due to the fact it was refresher training, requiring lots of physical activity, but he sailed through it quite well. I was able to be with him for the physical part, just in case. No injuries were sustained, which was the point for my presence.

Now, after almost 4 months of not knowing the extent of the cancer, it will finally be known, and I have to say, I am scared %#*%#!$&*((. I have left this all in the Hands of the Good Lord, but being human, there is still that gut-wrenching fear, until I know what we're up against.

So here's where all of you awesome folks come in...once again I ask for your prayers, that if there HAS to be cancer, that it is confined to the immediate locale of the tumor. That it is minimal, that it will be successfully removed during surgery, that the chemo has done it's work in destroying it. That it hasn't spread to any other areas of the body. That he WILL be cured, and it is put into remission...for good. Your constant support and prayers have been most welcome, most appreciated, and I ask that God bless you all, forever. Thank you, and I'll keep you posted when we get results.

Jenifer

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Jenifer, thank you so much for the update. Still praying and sending more hugs. I can only imagine how scary this is for you but can only believe that more information can only help his treatment.

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@@CanyonBaby prayers are with you!!

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Today is FINALLY the PET scan - It should reveal where the cancer is, in it's entirety,

hi Jenifer

insurance continually telling you they won't cover the procedure :mellow:

glad you kept pushing for approval

it must be hard to keep going and going and................

then having door slammed in your face :(

not knowing is hard :wacko:

the day has finally arrived

IMO its good/necessary to have all the cards on the table

getting more info sooner than later

good thoughts to Dave and you :rolleyes:

take care

good wishes

kathy

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Sending prayers.

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@@CanyonBaby - you and your hubby definitely are in my prayers - put your faith in God.

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I have been praying daily that the tumor will be minimal and easily removed, no metastasis, and for remission. Praying for good news today. Press on!

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Prayers for you and Dave!

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Covering you both in prayer ~

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Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way!

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You are strong people. Prayers sent!

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Praying for good news.

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