Dr. Syed (did Jen’s ablation, cement procedure) asked about her hip replacement surgery. I said, “We love Jen’s new hip. Wish we had another :)”
Standing and walking are critical to solving (and preventing) the complications caused when she was unable to ambulate.
Jen is getting used to her new femoral head and acetabulum. The pain in her replaced hip is noticeably less. She’s gaining strength and moving better with each effort. Her muscle gains are slow and often frustrating for her, but they are real and she gets a little stronger every day.
Dr. Sarma (Jen’s oncologist) has given the green light for the timing of her second hip surgery. It’s a “go” to start in less than two weeks, “Let’s plan for the second surgery before any further chemotherapy.”
Jen’s treatment is challenging because this cancer (adrenocortical carcinoma) is aggressive, and there is not a whole lot known about it.
Dr. Sarma has been in touch with Dr. Jaydira Del Rivero at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda. “She is the (rare cancer) expert in the mid-Atlantic.”
Dr. Del Rivero is working on tumor immunology and the development of novel immunotherapy approaches … and targeted therapies for endocrine malignancies.
She is also involved with a clinical trial Jen may be a candidate for.
All such promising news!!! There are so many prayers being said for you both and they are working!! The doctors who are being sent your way are also divine intervention. God is sending you the best there is❤️&🙏stay 💪💪!!
Hey Jen just spoke to Beth. Stay strong you are in my prayers get well soon. I love you. #mcmastersstrong
So glad the pain is abating somewhat!! Anything is good 😶 AND standing, moving—you go girl! All on a good path forward! Can’t wait to see you!
I’m so excited Jen is moving a little. Wish we could see her.
You will get stronger.
Less pain = 👍. Getting up and moving = 👍. A little humor I detect = 👍. Immunotherapy and clinical trials = 👍👍👍. Lots of good things in today’s post. Love to hear it. Keep at it. Lots of love coming your way. ❤️
I agree with Andrea, under normal circumstances everyone for our cul de sac would be barred from visiting the hospital cause we’d be there so often😂 hurry up and get home so we can bother you there. Keep up the good work Jen💐
Hi Jenn, I hope it’s ok with you that Beth has filled me in on what’s happening. I don’t know if I have the words, I can’t imagine how much pain you must be in. Please just try to stay strong, you have so many people in your life who love you cuz! I surely would love to get the chance to visit and catch up with you and share memories one day. Plus I’ve never met your wonderful husband so….hang in there babe. I will be thinking of you and sending my strongest healing vibes your way every day until you get better. Sending all my love, Dianne
JENN AND STEPHEN, GLAD TO HEAR THAT THINGS ARE GETTING BETTER (PAIN WISE). KEEP ON DOING WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN AND REGAIN YOUR STRENGTH. HOPEFULLY YOU CAN GET THE OTHER HIP DONE SOON.
WISHING YOU THE BEST AND WILL KEEP ON PRAYING FOR A SPEEDY RECOVERY. LOVE YOU BOTH!
AUNT JOANNE AND UNCLE DENNY
So glad to hear that the next surgery will happen soon! Your doctors sound amazing!! Thinking about you and grateful that your pain is better. ❤️
We have been hanging on every word of your blog for positive news and are SO HAPPY to hear that the hip replacement went well!! Also very glad to hear that your pain is finally diminishing. You are always in our thoughts. We love you both. 💕Johnny and Jill
So so thankful you are able to move! AMAZING that you will be able to have the second surgery so soon! Praying for the clinical trial! Can’t wait for you to come home! Praying constantly! 💝