Beginning 2021 with a Great Scan!!

Welcome back to the next Thriving not Just surviving post. I (Greg) am back and looking to start 2021 on a positive note. 

In November I began a clinical trial in response the growth of cancer in my neck and lungs. This is the first time I've participated a trial and its been interesting to learn about all the protocols involved with a clinical trial including: keeping a medical diary, reconciling pill counts, additional bloodwork, and a whole lot of paperwork. Currently, the clinical trial has had very promising results with patients experiencing significant periods of progression free survival.  

Last week I underwent my first scan since starting the drug and the majority of the cancer is gone! Most of the lymph nodes have returned to normal size and the visible lymph node on my neck is completely gone. As you can imagine, this was a breath of fresh air from the past few months. I appreciate everyone's prayers. As with most target therapies, I will continue to take this drug until the cancer returns.

Additionally, my seizure medication has been overhauled. In November I made the decision to switch my primary seizure medication due to increasing severity of side effects and a potential risky interaction with my cancer treatment. So far the new drug is working and I do feel more energetic. Maureen and I are hoping and praying that this drug continues to be effective in keeping the seizures under control. 

My Youtube channel continues to be a work in progress, but Maureen and I have upgraded some of our recording equipment and quality should continue to improve. If you haven't checked it out I welcome you to subscribe to the channel HERE and view the latest VIDEO. I hope this latest topic is of interest to most people. 

Thanks again for the prayers and support. Maureen and I continue to be blessed and we look forward to a great 2021.