We were hopeful the doctor visit today would clear me of the need for an RPLND surgery...which thankfully, it did. The tumor markers and CT scan came back in good shape and as desired. With an unexpected twist. I now have a lesion on my liver which is unlikely, and unexplained. The appearance is inconsistent with the "regular" spread of testicular cancer, and my tumor markers are normal. However, the fact that it showed up over the last ~90 days is of particular concern.
So what would've been good news has offered up the same numbness and sick feeling of my initial diagnosis...more unknowns, and this time, big question marks. There is the possibility that it is "nothing" and liver damage from the chemo. However, the doc hasn't seen that result before. Basically, nobody knows. Seeing the quote on my report that says "highly suspicious for hepatic metastases" makes me ill.
So...MRI has been ordered up. If results come back consistent for a tumor, I'll be off for a biopsy to see what I've got growing inside of me.
Ugh. I'll let everyone know more as I find out more.
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Oh Geoff, not the report we would have liked, huh? I will be praying for the miracle that it is NOTHING. I have experienced just that with my dad; found a spot, opened him up - lots of prayer - NOTHING. Absolutely nothing was found inside. I call that a miracle. Thanks for posting so that we can all get on our knees and lift you up to the Only True Healer. Keep the faith. Blessings, Tara
Geoff: I thought I posted a comment yesterday, but it does not show up. I think Tara's experience with her Dad and his cancer is important to put this in a larger context. We continue to pray and our belief in HIM is stronger than ever. UD
I understand the spot on the liver is benign. Great news!!!! But then I knew it would be. Hope your celebration on the 31st was out of sight, Geoff. Keep us posted on the next step/steps. I heard about the spot being benign by overhearing a conversation with Tom and Dan. If you have any other details, please share them. UD
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