Since the previous posts, Saskia has done a multitude of tests (full body CT scan, Bone scan and MIBG). For what these test are all about, please read through the earlier blogs.
The CT scan showed that there are no other lumps in the body.
The bone scan showed potential affected areas in her right heel, which was a bit of a scare. But the MIBG showed that there are only three spots which were positive for Neuroblastoma.
So yes it is confirned that the Neuroblastoma has developed and spread, but at this stage it only shows at three locations.
There are a couple of other tests still to be done, but those will be performed during the operation. Those tests will confirm the severity of the cancer and will determine what dosis and for how long the chemo treatment will have to go for.
Last Wednesday Saskia saw the surgeon who will operate on her and she was really happy to see him again (NOT). He had some positive news as well. As the tumors are lower in the neck, the operation is not as difficult as the previous one. I won't say it is all in a days' work for him, but he was quite relaxed in the way he explained the operation.
Anyway no date for the operation has been set other than "as soon as possible", but it is likely to be either Friday 16 March or otherwise Tuesday 20 March.
Please do keep her in her prayers.
Very sorry to hear this. She's a strong little lady with big challenges ahead, but our prayers and positive energy are coming her way every day.
ReplyDeleteLove, Hayley and Ernst
Dear Saskia,
ReplyDeletewe think of you and are wishing a lot of good strength and spirit in these difficult days!
love from Ard, Kori, Alfred, Lottie and Emilia
Hi Dear Melanie and Sikko,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update on your daughter Saskia. She will be in prayers and I will also say a prayer for her Doctor too!
I do agree that Saskia is a very courageous young lady and she have my humble respect and love!.
Aunt Peggy
Hi Mel,Sikko, Saskia & family,
ReplyDeleteWe will continue to pray for you all. You are never far from our thoughts. This latest news must be hard, but God has more miracles in store - I'm sure.
Hope to see you all soon
xx Melissa, Simon, Mack & Mitch
Dear Saskia, Melanie, Sikko and family,
ReplyDeletethanks for the update - as you say, not happy news but I'm glad the specialist is reassuring and that the op won't be as severe as last time. Hope you can get it over asap. Our thoughts are with you often and you remain on our daily prayer list.
Helen & Fred
It is so refreshing to know that we can rest in the strength and comfort that God will provide when facing troubles of many kinds. Let Him have the glory and show himself
ReplyDeleteIsaiah 41:10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
"Fear Not,for I am with you,be not dismayed, for I am your God
I will strenghthen you,I will Help you,I will hold you with my righteous hand."
Almighty God
Isaiah 41:10
Amen!!!!!!!! Our Darling Saskia
Love Nana & Grandpa
Mel/Sikko
ReplyDeleteWe will all continue praying for Saskia. God bless..
Jenny/George
Hi Saskia,
ReplyDeleteNot to worry. Everything happens for a good reason. As you can see now that the doctors are more confident in their prognosis. You have and will always been in our thoughts and prayers. Remember that Jesus fell 3 times. He got up and walked on. He will be beside you all the time Saskia.
Love... Steven, Joyce, Ashley and nathaneal