Finally Good News
 

We finally got some good news! We met with Arnie's oncologist yesterday who told us that the lung nodules had neither gotten larger nor smaller, but this time had stayed the same. He said this is good news. He also said that the Interleukin 2 was still in his system, boosting his immune system, and that is also good. He wants to do another set of CT scans in three months. Then, if there are changes we will go from there. Arnie asked him about a brain MRI and a bone scan, as the IL2 doesn't penetrate bone. He doubted that there was any cancer in those areas because he wasn't having bone pain or headaches. However, I said that I would feel better if these scans were done. They are being set up for next week. I think they need to be thorough and since the cancer spread from the kidney to the lungs, that his bones and brain need to be scanned again just to be sure. It makes sense to me, anyway.

Now, Arnie has a three-month reprieve from Interleukin. He is thrilled, and I am thrilled for him! Now our lives can get back to normal again, Now, we can both breathe a little easier.

Wonderful news, Maryann. A 3 month vacation from Cancer....enjoy your Spring..:hug::hug:

Oh what wonderful news. my prayers continue to be with you and Arnie:hug:

What wonderful news, Maryann! I'm so happy for both of you. You'll continue to be in my prayers. Enjoy being able to relax! :hug:

Such good news, Maryann...keep us informed when the next tests come in...now enjoy each other!!

This is great news!!!!!! :hug:

Wonderful news! :)

Great news!:hug:

Wonderful news! :hug:

Great news. :)

That is awesome I am so glad to hear you guys got some good news and you get to take some time off form everything. Time to do something fun together!

Good to hear Maryann/ Know you have had a lot to deal with. Will keep you both in my prayers and keep us posted, OK? take care...

What wonderful news!!!! Enjoy!! :)

So glad to hear this good news! Now take a deep breath.