About Me

"Ann Louie" is Ann Louise DeMatteo. She is my mom and what was supposed to be a routine CAT scan for pneumonia turned into a diagnosis of Stage IV adenocarcinoma (Lung Cancer). If you have had cancer, or known someone who has, you know how devastating it can be to the patient and their family physically, emotionally and financially. Please visit our site to receive updates on my Mom and to find out about events and ways you can help. Thank you in advance for your prayers and support!

Saturday, September 18, 2010

HOPE FOR A CURE!!!!!

WOW
You know, if you turn WOW upside down, it spells MOM! The two words are synonymous with each other right now because the results from the Oncologist are nothing short of amazing...

Mom's brain tumor: GONE!
Mom's tumors on her windpipe: UNDETECTABLE
Mom's lung tumor: IS DOWN 50% IN SIZE
Mom's hair: STILL THERE!

God, You are so faithful! They said my Mom falls in the 1% of patients that haven't lost their hair. Of course, it is still early in the course of treatments but they were baffled that she hadn't lost it yet. The doctor also said that surgery could be a hope for a CURE! Now, we understand that there is no "true cure" for Stage IV cancer (there is a guarantee it will come back) BUT, the chances of catching it early the next time around are so much greater and it should be much easier to maintain and get under control. Now, the next step is to get song lung tests done, then hopefully schedule a surgery! Keep your fingers crossed and hands folded in prayer! (although, maybe not at the same time because that might be uncomfortable) ;) hehe

That's all for now...

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