YAY!!
I finally got notification that Cailyn’s MRI shows that her tumour is stable. I am VERY RELIEVED and happy, as it is a wonderful springboard into some of the fun planned for this summer. The communication took a little longer than usual (and than I would have liked, clearly) because Cailyn’s oncologist was away for a few days. Note to self: “ask about these kinds of details”!!
When I told Cailyn about the great news, she asked, “what about the echocardiogram?” I imagine she’s relieved and happy with the MRI results, too. However, it appeared that the results of this ultrasound were as significant on her radar as the MRI results were on mine. I quickly emailed her oncologist back to inquire.
The results from Cailyn’s echocardiogram weren’t as clear. Consequently, Cailyn is being referred to Cardiology for more imaging. Her doctor commented that “they need better imaging of the superior vena cava that leads into the heart”. So, hopefully, the appointment and subsequent imaging will happen quickly and we’ll get more good news. I would have preferred a clear-cut and positive answer but I appreciated, at the time of her echocardiogram, that it was hard to see what they were supposed to determine during that session.
In the meantime, I’m celebrating that Cailyn’s break (physical, mental and emotional) from chemo continues!!