I Choose Faith: Prognosis

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Prognosis

Philippians 4:13 I can do ALL things through CHRIST which STRENGTHENTH me.

My first visit with the doctor about my diagnosis said this to me, "If you had to choose a cancer, this is the one you would choose." There is an 80-90% chance of beating this even with my stage 3B diagnosis!

After one round of chemo treatment my tumors and shrunk 80%. After 4 treatments, the doctor could no longer feel any tumors! This miracle medicine is working! We are so grateful.

I look around the two treatment rooms full of individuals who are also receiving treatments, 15 people or so, and I am full of gratitude for the miracle of modern medicine. Look at all these people getting help and receiving hope! While chemo does leave me tired, achy and sick for a few days,
I LOVE CHEMO! It's fighting a great and aggressive fight for me!!

Alma 9:17 ...the Lord will be merciful unto all who call on his name.

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RachelMay 11, 2014 at 9:41 AM
I'm so glad things are improving for you! Thanks for keeping a blog! Your hope and attitude are glorifying your Father in Heaven as those around you find strength in your faith. You are letting your light shine!
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UnknownJune 1, 2014 at 4:40 PM
And with this amazing attitude, you will WIN THE FIGHT!!!!
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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Prognosis

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