Diagnosis

Hello there!  It's Reyn.

Oligoastrocytoma.  Grade 2

We got the call from the nurse as soon as they found out the definitive diagnosis yesterday from the path report.  This is a great link that Jordan found discussing the type of tumor: 

www.abta.org/secure/oligodendrioma-oligo.pdf

This is a rare one, because there are two types of cells involved, but is still a type of glioma, and is benign.  We are still waiting on some of the results of the genetic testing on the cells that will have valuable info that will determine how we will need to specifically treat the tumor.

We have an appointment this Friday (21st) at Emory to have my staples (yes, Dr. Frankenstein) removed, review path reports, and go over treatment plan options.  Jordan has a brand new notepad to write on to start a list of questions for the doctor.  We probably will not have much to update medically until after that appointment. 

Jackson is improving with his flu/pneumonia.  He did manage to give me a stuffy nose and scratchy throat, but nothing major.  I went in and did some administrative work yesterday and today, and I'll be back at work treating patients Monday.

Jordan is well when Grier is not kicking and flipping (she is going to be a gymnast).  Jordan has continued to be a rock for the family, and especially me.  I am so grateful for her and our marriage.  We are trusting God daily and know that He is in control and that we are in good hands. 

Continued thanks and appreciation from our family to yours for all of the well wishes, prayers, cards, meals...you name it.  We feel so loved and continue to be blessed because of you all.  We hope you all are enjoying the Christmas season and are blessed.  We'll talk soon....

Love,
Reyn, Jordan, Jackson, and Grier