Christmas Eve - Many Updates

So, I haven't updated in a while so here it goes.  After I had another MRI earlier this month, it was discovered that I did not have brain METs, which is wonderful news.

However, recently I've had two vascular strokes so am going to acquire another specialist for this (honestly have no idea how many I have now).

One of the strokes left a lot of pain in my right foot on the bottom.  I've been doing physical therapy for it, so it's getting better.  I once thought this lung cancer would be the only thing to take me out.  Now I'm having other issues, like strokes, so maybe it won't be lung cancer.

I went for my most recent petscan earlier this month.  I have 2 lymph nodes that lit up, my cervix lit up as did one of my ovaries.  So, since I have had cervical cancer before, I'm going to return to my OB-GYN and probably another new specialist.  If it is in fact cancer, I'm pushing for a full hysterectomy.  This would not be metastasis from the lung.  It would be a separate cancer altogether.

As far as my lymph nodes, we are watching those since they are near the area I had radiation over the summer.

So, that's my plan.  Waiting.  It's always fun to play this waiting game (insert sarcasm here).  I will see my OB-GYN after the 1st of the year and will keep you guys updated.

I'm not worried.  I know all of this is beyond my control and I am still happy with the petscan outcome.  I'm blessed to have surpassed 7 years on 11/27 when I was originally thought to live 12-18 months.

I'm so thankful for your continuous prayers and I'm so excited I got to celebrate my 40th birthday with my sister and favorite friends.  I never thought I would make it to 40.  I know I'm blessed.  I'm praising God for my life.

I hope you all have a Merry Christmas.  Remember, Jesus is the reason for the season.  Pic Overload Ahead.....

First Christmas with Lung Cancer 7 Years Ago