Another Day, Another Diagnosis - January 6
Dr. Landau (oncology/radiation) came by in the afternoon and said as more test results come in, he believes it is myeloma not lymphoma but there is still no definitive course of treatment. So, for the time being, I will be calling the hospital home.
Thanks to all of you who sent me greetings. I appreciate all of them, and can never get too many thoughts and prayers.
Kathi, get well soon. Your Zaandam trivia team misses you. Rod, Shirley, Dave and Vicki.
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed your blog and sense of adventure. I was concerned by your posts that there was something very worrisome going on. Thankful you made it back to the US. People are rooting for you.
ReplyDeletePrayers from Massachusetts.
Sending all the positive vibes and prayers your way Kathi. When you get back to VA, if you need any help getting in to see someone or want any recommendations for providers at VCU, Seth will be happy to do whatever he can to get you seen asap. Love and hugs 💕
ReplyDeleteHi Kathi, you don't know me, as I rarely post on cc, but I have enjoyed following your blogs for some years. Thank you for taking the time to let your readers know how you are doing, and know there are lots and lots of prayers and positive thoughts being sent your way.
ReplyDeletePrayers for a speedy and complete recovery - an avid reader from Georgia
ReplyDeleteKathi, Thank you for updating. So many of your CC friends, known or unknown, are greatly concerned about you. Prayers and best wishes are being sent your way. Hoping some of your family will be able to go to Florida to visit and assist you. Barbara
ReplyDeleteI am also sending positive thoughts and prayers your way. Hope you can soon head home to continue treatment and healing ❤️🩹
ReplyDeleteCheryl (ellbelle on CC)
Modesto, CA
Kathi, I am so sorry to hear all this. I do know what you are going through as it was thought I had Myeloma too. Symptoms much like yours. Eventually a bone marrow biopsy showed I had a different, less dire, blood cancer. Incurable, rare, but symptoms treatable with chemo and medication.
ReplyDeleteHang in there, it sounds like they are going in the right direction with you. Hoping the myeloma is ruled out.
Stay strong.
Annette.
Dear Kathi,
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you each day. Though we have only met once on the 2018 World Cruise, I feel like I know you through all your important work on Cruise Critic. Sending you warm thoughts and best wishes for a fast recovery so that you can return to your lively, active, cruising self as soon as possible.
Fondly, Janet
Like many others I have never actually met you but have enjoyed your posts. Best wishes to you on your medical journey and I hope that you will soon be able to get back to Virginia, your family and familiar surroundings. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for a quick recovery. I am keeping you in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteKathi, I have been following you for years and enjoy your blog. I am so sorry to hear of your problems and will keep you in my prayers. I hope you can make a full recovery and will be cruising again shortly. God Bless.
ReplyDeletePraying all goes well!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you’re getting answers if not multiple diagnoses. Hopefully, someone will come up with a diagnosis and proper treatment soon so you can get on with your life. Bob and I are praying for you and missing your smiling face. We love you. If there’s anything we can do for you, please call. Thank you for keeping us informed. ❤️😘
ReplyDeletePrayers that the doctors can accurately diagnose you and come up with a treatment plan that will get you home and well again. Vanessa (JazzyV)
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