Glioblastoma stage 4 -my story so far
Glioblastoma stage 4 diagnosed 6 weeks ago: I'm 65 and had a headache. MRI showed brain tumor on left side. Next day I was helicopter driven to big hospital-brain bleed. Operated and now at Mayo Clinic for radiation and chemotherapy for 6 weeks. Half way with that.
Feel good. Happy I made it through the brain bleed. Amen for staying alive after that.
Just wondering if someone has made it over a year with a similar G cancer treatment strategy such as radiation and chemotherapy? Did chemotherapy continue later? How about those Optune(?) hats? Thank you.
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Frst happy 4th. Just finished reading the Bible till this evening. Completely caught me by surprise with your comments, they are appreciated. Can't guarantee I'll get to them. These last seizures kinda frazzled me pretty good. Im just this week been approved to start small exercises and carry on. Thank you for your support and positive attitude and strength
Have a great rest of your day.
Welcome aboard.
Discouraged shows regardless of the facial effects. Stay positive and pass on your best foot forward, be the leaning post with enthusiastic shows of compassion. The brain has unbelievable recovery sections, pray 🙏 rest is a part of that too. You've got this just let it know you do. Best thoughts your direction.
Sending positive thoughts your way. What were her symptoms from brain swelling that you knew to taker her to the hospital? My son is grade 4 brain tumors also with methylated cells. He just finished 30 radiation treatments and will be starting temezolamide
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1 ReactionMy husband was diagnosed with GBM in 2022. He was not a good candidate for TMZ. He only did about seven radiation treatments. The treatments just made him worse and his bloodwork wouldn’t allow for anymore. Some do get benefits from radiation treatment from what I have read. But it made my husband bedridden for his last six weeks. I wish you the best.
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2 ReactionsWish there was a proper answer for tumors, doesn't matter what kind, just so those who have one or had one and were able to survive could pass along encouraging words and things that helped them to get through the hard parts.
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2 ReactionsHello,
I'm going through the same treatment, I'm down to the last 5 days as of yesterday. Not sure what will happen after last treatment. I know the doctor will request another MRI to compare with prior tests and I have some blood work to do at the end of the month as well. I've been researching other treatment options too. Time will tell...
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3 ReactionsThe brain swelling incident was about a week after her brain biopsy. Her tumor was too large to resect. She began to have repetitive vomiting, unable to hold down fluids and she became confused and then couldn’t speak. I loaded her up and went back to the hospital and she got admitted to the neuro-ICU.
That’s awesome. 5 more treatments and you can take a deep breath and a little break. The radiation was rough for my wife but she made it to the end. That was two weeks and she seems to be feeling better. Her tumor disrupted her speech so it’s hard to communicate but she looks brighter and more alert. Also her fatigue seems better.
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3 ReactionsOur doctor told us that the more active my husband is, the better it is for his healing, so he pushes through no matter how awful he feels. The 30 radiation treatments are energy draining, especially combined with the low-dose Temodar, but you can ring that bell and take that mask home and relax for a few weeks.
Have you considered the Optune Gio course of therapy?