Today is a good day -- No a great day. So here's the scoop.
The MRI results showed that the tumors in her brain that had the gamma knife procedure appear to be dying. What the doctor saw on the initial CT Scan on Monday is actually swelling. This can be alleviated with a steroid. So she is now on Decadron and she will be on it for a while. The Neurosurgeon does not feel that surgery is necessary at this time. She will follow up with an MRI in one month to see the status of these tumors.
The oncologist, did let us know that there is one very small new spot in the brain. They are going to talk to the radiologist to see if radiation is a possible treatment for this.
Overall, today's news is very good (thank god). They are moving mom to a step down from ICU hopefully today and then to a regular room. The plan now is to get her into rehab. They will also evaluate if she is a candidate for in-patient rehab. And as we speak, the speech therapist just gave her a swallow test, which she passed with flying colors. She ate the orange sherbert so fast. She must have been starving. So now, she can eat again. Other than that her color looks good, her vitals are good and she is "the fighter" we all know and love.
Please when you can, say a prayer for my mom and feel free to let me know if you have any questions.
Love to all
Ilene
This blog is In memory of Shirley Ruzumna. My mom and my best friend. We will all miss you forever! But we will cherish your memories.
Great news. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers! Amy
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