Lighting a candle for my Mom

[Molden]

I just heard from Mom about her visit with the doctor today. She was there a lot longer than any of us expected. (She just got home a half hour ago!). They did some blood and breathing tests. She's now set up for a bronchoscopy on Friday. They can and will do a biopsy at that time. The doctor says she either has a fungus or lung cancer.  Anyway - *good news* He did stress that EITHER situation is MANAGEABLE!!! After Friday we will know the next steps.

Thank all of you for your kind words, varous offers - and above all - the Wonderul Energy Ya'll put out there. Let's please keep things focused on her recovering. Thank you all so much. And no matter how I say it, it feels insufficient. But it is heartfelt.

I've got a few more people to update, then I think I'll actually grab a bite and lighten up a little.  I'll keep this thread updated on her progress.

Namaste

[RenRobin]

What a blessing to hear.  I continue to keep ya'll in my prayers; they are powerful.  Besides can't hurt now can it?? 

[Lady Mikayla of Phoenicia]

Wonderous news indeed Darlin'!   

[Baroness de Vale]

You are all in my thoughts and prayers! I pray for your mom to have a safe and speedy recovery!

[Tipsy Gypsy]

Been there with a family member too, dude. Heartfelt prayers that it's just a fungal infection and not the "big C", and prayers of thanksgiving that it's manageable, regardless. 

[Luciana]

My prayers are with you  and your family Molden.

[renren]

I'm sorry to hear of your mom's condition, Molden!
But glad to hear that they think it will be treatable!
You will both be in my thought, and prayers!

[Molden]

Many Thanks to all of you wonderful folks. 'tis heartfelt indeed.

The bronchoscope ended up hurting Mom more, post-procedure than she'd anticipated. And she's been pretty wiped from the anesthesia. She is getting some good rest and is eating well. And I'm sure a little taken aback, as am I at the news. We knew it was likely, so now we face it.

They said Mom has non-small cell lung cancer.

Mom has an appointment to meet her new oncologist late Monday afternoon. They'll discuss a treatment plan at that time.

[lordwriothsley]

Molden,
I just learned of  your mom's diagnosis and I must say that I am very sorry to hear that.I will continue to keep her and your entire family in my thoughts and prayers.

[RenRobin]

Molden,
It is always difficult to get a diagnosis of cancer for all involved with the family.  Please know that wonderful stides in medicine within the last 10 year have been amazing.  You mom will be going thru a lot and a positive attitude makes a big difference.  Please know your mother and you and your family are in my prayers.  May God's (or whomever you believe in) power of healing and peace be with you all.

Robin

[Lady Rosaline]

So sorry to hear the diagnosis. You, your mother, and family are still in my thoughts, and the candles are burning here.

[Blue66669]

Much love to you and yours darling. We're keeping those candles lit. I certainly hope you'll come to Houston sometime soon to help me clean up all the dripping wax...

[Molden]

Mom met her oncologist today. There was concern about the growth around the pulmonary artery. They are scheduling Mom for a pet scan and MRI to determine the spread of the cancer. She'll find out when tomorrow. There will be additional tests to determine staging as well. A round of chemotherapy and radiation treatments will likely be next to knock the cancer back some.

Keep those prayers coming please, we're just now going into battle...

[Lady Brandy]

* closes her eyes and imagines herself wrapping her arms gently around Molden in a comforting embrace *

We are here for you & yours, luv. We are here....

[lordwriothsley]

I'm still hoping for the best for your mom Molden.Don't give up and keep on fighting this fight my friend cause i know that in the end she will get better.