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Program, Interrupted

Posted on December 8, 2013 by kimmywink

We interrupt this program for a Kim News Update…   It’s looking like the caner is on The Grow.  For real this time.  MRI and CT are showing slight growth.  I’m still taking the Crizotinib but a shift in treatment … Continue reading →

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Hold Steady Little Lung

Posted on July 19, 2013 by kimmywink

The lung is holding steady; unlike my emotions. I was overly nervous about yesterday’s check up on the lung for many reasons.  I’m not feeling symptomatic but the slow progression for 6 months makes a girl antsy.  Will now be … Continue reading →

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Spots or Dots?

Posted on May 31, 2013 by kimmywink

What a week!  I was quite concerned with what the brain MRI was going to show.  The scan took place on Wednesday; results would be discussed at my Thursday appointment. The results are in and processed by my little noggin.  Finally, I am … Continue reading →

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Time to Run Away

Posted on May 24, 2013 by kimmywink

The Dr S check up this week was not as uneventful as I wished it would be.  That pesky spot in my upper left lobe seems to be on the move, again.  This time in a much more traditional growing … Continue reading →

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Connect, Then Un-Connect

Posted on March 21, 2013 by kimmywink

I connected some dots that should not have been connected.   Yes, I was overwhelmed. It was such a simple connection, but not one really worth connecting.  Let me explain… First: Talk with Dr S he stated, “You have upper … Continue reading →

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Good Problems

Posted on March 15, 2013 by kimmywink

The trip to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance went well.  So well, that I’m feeling a tad overwhelmed by all the options presented to me.  Yes, the plural form of OPTION; consisting of, containing, or pertaining to more than one.  What a good problem to have. I have a call … Continue reading →

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No, it’s you not me.

Posted on March 11, 2013 by kimmywink

From October 2011 to February 2013 Crizotinib was my go-to targeted therapy.  We had a good run but like all things, it has come to an end. After careful evaluation of my February 13th chest and liver CT scan, it … Continue reading →

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