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Quick scan update from about an hour ago. It showed progressive disease. The tumours have grown between 30-50% since November, the largest being about 10x6cm (previously 7x4cm) in the surgical bed. There are new tumours in both the lungs and lympth nodes but nothing new anywhere else in the body and nothing likely to be causing me any physical problems at the moment other than general disease burden e.g. tiredness.

Disappointing, but it was never that likely this chemo would do much so I'm not surprised. My mitotane is dropping but still not close enough for getting on the trial in Germany any time soon. The next plan is to see about clinical trials, speak to the US team about radical surgery, and get a second opinion from a team in Birmingham who are a bit more specialised.

It may be because I have only just had the result, but I feel fine. My mood has leveled out recently and im seeing every day as a bonus. I'm looking forward to not being on chemo and being free from anaemia /neutropenia, and having a bit more energy to enjoy this beautiful weather.

Thanks for all the support and messages.

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  1. crossjackFebruary 20, 2020 at 9:37 AM

    Oh, often wonder about how you are getting on, your Dad posts updates occasionally on facebook. Not good news but you sound upbeat. Not so sure about the weather either, keeps raining here! Still, there is no bad weather, just inappropriate clothing. Nick

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