pathology results...

We have the pathology results back.... and yes, the spot removed was osteosarcoma.  The next step will be the full body bone scan which will be scheduled for sometime in the coming week.  They want to make sure nothing else is showing up.  If that scan comes back clean then we will follow a "wait and see" approach.  She will have CT scans of her chest every 2 months for awhile to watch for any other spots.  Dr. Mitchell, Meghan's oncologist, was very hopeful and positive that this looks to be a very isolated incident.  The pathologist referred to the tumor as looking "bland" meaning that it did not look like it was actively growing or dividing.  Meghan was relieved to not have to consider chemo right now and it makes the discomfort, pain, and inconvenience she is experiencing right now because of the surgery seem worthwhile in that it removed the cancer.  We are thankful that they caught this early and have hopefully prevented it from growing or spreading.  Please pray for a clear bone scan and for this to indeed be an isolated incident.  Pray for us to rest completely in God's sovereign plan and to "not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself." 

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition,
with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends
all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.  Philippians 4:6-7

You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you. 
Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord, is the Rock eternal.  Isaiah 26:3-4

 

Comments

[Jennifer]

Oh, to rejoice! Please know that we are praying for all of you as you go through unchartered waters. Thank God you have such faith in Him! May you continue to rest in His Great Assurance! Loving all of you!!

[Stella and Randy]

You all have been in our thoughts and prayers. We will continue to pray for a complete recovery and good news regarding the bone scan.

[Kstevens]

Many prayers are being lifted up on Meghan's behalf. Thank you for keeping us posted.