Radiology Report

Round 3 is over and I’ve been home for a few days. Until today, I’ve felt pretty crummy. But my energy and appetite are returning and I feel much better. I had a CT scan done yesterday and although I have not consulted with the doctor yet, I did sweet talk my way to a hard copy of the results from the radiologist. Here’s an abbreviated version, just for my readers….




RADIOLOGY REPORT

PROCEDURE:
CT Abdomen and Pelvis

DATE: 08/26/08

COMPARISON: 07/03/08

HISTORY: Burkitt lymphoma

TECHNIQUE: Routine with oral and IV contrast.

FINDINGS:
Marked cecal thickening has nearly completely resolved. Appendiceal thickening and distention has significantly decreased though some persistent mucosal thickening of the appendix is seen. Adjacent lymph nodes are also smaller. Organs of the pelvis are otherwise normal in appearance.

IMPRESSION:
Near resolution of cecal thickening. Significant decrease in appendiceal thickening.


I’m sure my doctor will interpret all of this for me when I visit with him in the next couple of days. But here’s my own interpretation: WOO HOO – THE STINKIN’ TUMOR IS ALMOST ALL GONE!! The cecum is where the majority of my tumor was located (where small and large intestines meet). And that “thickening” is nearly completely gone. There is still some of the mass near my appendix. But this is well within what is expected at this point in treatment.

This is great news, especially considering I’m not yet half way done with chemo. It’s early in the game and I’m kicking some Burkitt butt.

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers!!!!