Bone scan results look good

Had a bone scan today, the Consultant says that there is less tumour in the pelvis than when he scanned me in October and that there is an overall reduction in the spine.

Saw Dr Jacob this afternoon and she said that this is a good result and would like me to come out again on 8th March for some more Samarium treatment to try and destroy more of the tumours. She also said that they are awaiting test results from the chemosensitivity test. I discussed with her the subject of being on chemotherapy and having the Samarium. The RBH are not keen to continue with chemotherapy when I have Samarium because this can cause a dramatic reduction in my white blood cells and therefore leave me open to infection. Dr Jacob agreed that this is a problem but has suggested that I carry on with the Xeloda until the results of the chemosensitivity test are known and the situation will be reviewed then.

She asked if I had any problems and I mentioned the hand and foot syndrome, she suggested increasing the dosage of Ginkgo Biloba from 120mg per day to 240mg per day. I also mentioned the aching joints and muscles, again she suggested Magnesium Oratate. Another problem I have been experiencing is lymphodaema in my right arm. She said that I would need a lymph massage by a professional lymphodaema nurse. I’ll have to arrange this on Friday when I go for my next clinic appointment at the RBH. As usual I was given 2 sheets of information from Dr Jacob which highlights the treatment that I have received at the Leonardis Klinik during this visit and all their proposals for future treatment including a treatment plan.