[Groovy Chick]

Just found out that my sister Renee (the one we just visited) went to Urgent Care Sunday after she bumped her leg and it wasn't healing. Long story short... this may have been a blessing, as they did a CAT scan and found some masses in her stomach. They biopsied them on Monday, and we're waiting for the results. She's 38 and has a 1½ year old and a 6 year old. Please say a prayer if you have a minute. I'm a wreck.

[88Racing]

So sorry to hear about your sister.
I'll say some prayers for her and your family. Hopefully the biopsies turn out for the better.
Keeping you guys in my thoughts.

[JackandJanet]

Corey, I'm so sorry to hear you're facing another "hurdle". You two seem to have far more than your share. Your family is in our thoughts, and we look forward to some good news for a change.

- Jack

[Groovy Chick]

Update: Also found a mass in one lung and behind her kidney.

[Power Hungry]

Well, it's been a rough night for Corey.

We talked to her mom and sister yesterday and have learned that the masses are indeed cancerous (doctors are still identifying exactly what type) and is further widespread than originally thought, extending into the lymph system and even some in her brain. There's a mass behind her kidneys that is 5" x 3" (think postcard size) and another one that's pressing against the arteries supplying the heart which is also causing cardiac problems. They immediately started her on Chemo and have moved her to the cardiac unit so she can be closely monitored.

:sickinbed:

As you can imagine, Corey is a wreck at the moment... which of course is nothing compared to the condition of her sister. We ask that everyone keep Renee in their prayers and also pray for the rest of the family to be able to remain strong and positive in light of such devastating news... especially as the holidays approach.

Given the situation, I don't expect Corey to be in the office today so please understand if I miss some phone calls today.

Take care and God bless.

[88Racing]

Sorry to hear that its that its progressed that far!
I'll call my mom and have her add Renee to the prayer chains!!!

[cleatus12r]

Hang in there. Go give your wife a hug for me!

[Groovy Chick]

Just an update on Renee'...

She has had her first round of chemo; she is still being kept in the hospital to be closely monitored, and she won't be home with her kids for Christmas. In fact, she hasn't seen them in a week and a half because they aren't allowed up in the oncology unit.

Doctors have yet to find where the cancer started, so this is impeding coming up with a plan to treat it.

But Renee' is staying positive and is sure a miracle is going to take place! Please keep her in your prayers and maybe say an extra one that the doctors find the source of the cancer so that it can be treated properly. Thank you!

[88Racing]

If I could find a way to turn up the volume on prayers I would do just that.
God's with her and helping to guide the doctors.
Alls you can do is offer your love and suport.
Its her children that need their family the most right now.

[Groovy Chick]

You are all AWESOME! I love reading your posts and passing them along to Renee'.

A quick update:

Not so good news: Renee' has gained 17% of her body weight in fluid over the past week and a half (she's carrying about an extra three gallons!). It's definitely not helping the situation.

Great news: After about two weeks of NOT behaving normally, Renee's organs seem to be trying to do the right thing according to her team of doctors. Her "numbers" have improved, so perhaps her liver and kidneys can get rid of some of this fluid.

Chemo? Could be. Prayers? Absolutely! Thank you all for your prayers and/or positive thoughts. God is listening, so please keep it up -- this is only the beginning, and she's got a rough road ahead.