It's amazing what can happen
in just two weeks. A lot has happened, but to spare those sitting on the edge
of their seats for the results of my scans I'll keep you from the wait and
agony I've had to go through. I'm fine ... well as fine as I'll ever be.
The scan showed no
abnormalities in any lymph nodes. I'm still cancer free!!!
Bogie is a lymph node that
is associated with my parotid gland. And just so none of you will WebMD what
that is (see last post), the parotid gland is a salivary gland. I asked the
doctor why it looks like a soccer ball is sitting behind my jaw if there is
nothing to worry about. She said and I quote, "Because that's the way God
made you and it doesn't look like a soccer ball." Her words, not mine.
That being said, she also indicated that the tissue surrounding Bogie might be
pressing on him and making him more noticeable, but I presently have nothing to
worry about concerning the lymph nodes and/or any infection. I do have to keep
an eye on Bogie but for now all's good. I thank God for this news and feel like
the weight of the world is off my shoulders. Leslie – looks like you were
right. Bogie will be with me for a very long time and I can live with that.
However, the scan did show
that I have cyst in my sinus cavity. Like that's surprising. I've only been
saying that for the last 4 years and I do live in Kentucky Ohio Valley
Yes, I'd risk surgery to
breathe normally again, but that's jumping the gun. This may be controlled
through medicine. Either way, I'm getting excited by the prospect that FINALLY
something might be done.
It makes me smile to know I
was right all along. I mean it doesn't take a genius to figure out if you can
breathe or not. Of course, even now as I sit here expressing my optimism, my
sinuses are closing up in rebellion. My ears are clogged and ringing and my
face feels like it's going to explode. They taunt me ... especially when I lay
down. Logic dictates that if you can't breathe through your nose, you breathe
through your mouth, but panic often overrides logic and once panic sets in I
have to sit straight up and gasp for air or I feel like I'll suffocate. So yes,
I'm very optimistic and one step closer to a solution. And big bonus ... NO
CANCER!!!! I'm doing the "Kathy Dance" and before you ask no video footage
of said dance will be released.
A big thanks to all of you
who expressed your concern and love over the past two weeks. You are such a
blessing to me and I am a fortunate person to have each of you in my life. I
praise God for giving me such a loving family and wonderful friends. Without
you, I would not have survived this wait – at least not with my hair in tact.
Love to you all,
Kat1 Peter 5:7
Excellent, my friend!
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