I recently completed the 3rd cycle (of 6 planned) in my clinical trial.
My progress is mixed and recurrent headaches prompted the doctor to order a brain scan.
The scan showed all the squirrels were in their cages but I have several tumors in my skull on the sides and at the base. The tumors have reached a size where they have started to cause mild swelling of the brain.
I am working to schedule appointments with my radiation oncologist to see if the spots can be safely zapped by external radiation.
A piece of good news is that the testing of my cancer genes shows a lack of a certain marker which should make me a candidate for a new class of drugs that is expected to be approved by the FDA by year end.
As always, thanks for the kind messages and prayers!
Clay, you are the consummate trooper to bravely forge on with all these challenges. Thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. Best, Jim
🙏🏼 Praying for you and believing for the best! 💜
Claiborne – thanks for the update. You inspire me. I’m praying for you & hope to see you in June at the reunion. Scott Goodwin.
Sending prayers
Sending love and strength Clay! Do NOT hesitate to call for anything!