We made it to this point. The 6th Chemo treatment wrapped up today around 3:30pm. Its an exciting time, knowing this is the last treatment, but also, knowing that there is another week to grind through makes it tough.
Looking ahead, Janis will be going in every three weeks for the rest of the year to get a herceptin treatment. Herceptin is typically used to treat HER-2 positive cancer patients...while Janis didn't fall into that class, herceptin was part of her treatment. Studies also are showing help with continued herceptin treatment. By help, I mean lowering the chances of recurrence...and that's the bottom line. Dr. Osborn talked about a study saying 9 more weeks of herceptin helped a lot. He cited another study indicating a year time frame is worthwhile as well....another study looking at 2 years. He isn't convinced 2 years is needed, but is that more herceptin is needed. The good thing about this treatment is that there are no side affects so once this chemo runs its course the hair should start coming back and each treatment will just be a treatment...not weeks or days of additional recovery.
In addition to the 3 week herceptin cycle, Janis will have a 3 month followups for the rest of the year, checking blood and all....
Thanks again for the continued prayers and support-you all have really helped us make it this far.
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Hope the next week is not to bad. Glad to hear that she has gone thru her finial chemo. Will continue to pray for you all.
Go Janis, go Janis! You are one awesome woman! Psalm 103 is my favorite reminder of God's faithfulness. Look how far He's carried you! Keep up your strength. We love you!
Sarah
That is wonderful news! You have walked a long road, but God has remained faithful, just as He promised. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers!!!
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