I had my endoscopy a week ago today
On June 29th
The reason for the procedure was...
Because a CT scan showed a thickening of the wall of my esophagus
And I was having difficulty swallowing
Not fun and a bit...okay...a lot scary
With the concern that the cancer had spread to my esophagus.
Well...the results of the biopsies came back today
No cancer in the esophagus!
Hallelujah!!
The problem seems to be...
My diet:(
In order to gain the weight back
Of which I had lost quite a bit
I had substantially changed my menu options to include:
Bacon...yum!
Sausage...yum!
Full fat dairy, instead of reduced fat...yum!
I was also enjoying many more espresso milkshakes!!
(Hey...it was in order to gain weight!!)
You get the idea:)
The result was that it was wreaking havoc on my esophagus and stomach
Causing a hiatal hernia and greatly irritating my esophagus.
Which has greatly improved already
As I have changed my diet back to a much more austere menu:(
Which sadly means no more, at least for the time being,
Bacon, Sausage, Full Fat dairy products, Coffee (ouch!), etc...
So...very thankful for the results of the endoscopy.
One last thing...
I generally feel good
Except for the week after each chemo treatment
BUT I really struggle with feeling whooped much of the time:(
It is really hard mentally
It is hard being so weak most of the time
My body experiencing the effects of the chemo as it fights the cancer
I usually have a good cry fairly often...
Cancer and chemo is very humbling!
Thanks again for caring and praying and encouraging...
You all are a blessing to me and my family!
Dave
I am sure it wasn't the espresso milkshakes! Those are magical. Glad to know you are OK!! LOVE YOU!
ReplyDeleteContinuing in prayer for you on your journey Dave. I can relate to the struggles with chemo bringing the energy levels down. Wait until they throw in a growth factor shot to boost your immune system.
ReplyDeletePraying that the Lord may increased your strength daily on this journey you have encountered. Blessings brother.
So thankful the cancer hasn't spread! But bummed for your diet. I hope that changes! We love you and are praying for the mental and emotional battle. Julia n Thad.
ReplyDeleteI'm so thankful for your blog. <3 We'll keep praying for ya. -Steiner7
ReplyDeleteOh no! Not even black coffee? I know this place that roasts the best Sumatran! ;)
ReplyDeleteThat is really good news - no cancer in the esophagus! After things settle down, you probably can have a little bit of those things periodically. We will continue to pray for your healing. But a good cry can be healthy, too!
Blessings and strength to you!
Love, Ru and Steve!
I responded when I read this at home. But clearly that did not stick! Other than rejoicing in your good news, I also added that my chemo conclusion meant that now I cannot stand bacon or the smell of it cooking! Go figure.
ReplyDeleteBut happy, happy news Dave!
Praise God Dave and will keep praying for more goodnews
ReplyDeleteDave, words fail me...to say anything that could add to what you have expressed. You continue to remaim faithful in a journey I cannot even imagine...nor really wish to. But you are living this out as you have always lived your life--in transparency, in trust in our God...always to His glory. My prayers remain with Cindy and you as well as your entire family.
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