Hi Everyone
I met with my oncologist this week and got some questions answered. My scans are as clear as he first told me. His first words to me were, "It's amazing!" As we talked I began to understand why I still need to do surgery, more chemo
and possibly radiation.
He explained that, although the PET Scan came back all clear, there could be hidden cancer cells. They could be dead but there is the possibility of them laying dormant. This is why surgery is important. They will look at everything
that comes back after surgery to see what there is. This will determine if radiation is necessary. Then the plan is for me to be on this 'super' drug called Herceptin for at least a year. If anything is left in me, Herceptin is the drug that would hopefully get rid of it.
I see my surgeon on Monday to discuss everything with him. I will continue to update you as to the excitement on the Pinkard home front.
As always, I have to thank you for your continued prayers and support. The blessings continue to come and I continue to stand amazed by all of it. May you be blessed far and beyond what you could even dream to ask Him for...it's possible.
Love to you all
Shannon
