Monday, April 14, 2014

Ruling out surgery

We saw Dr. Anderson an hour ago. Upon learning of Daniel's history and examining him, he said he was upset that the cancer had gotten this far without being identified. It's on both sides of Daniel's tongue and affecting his nerves. Even through all the doctors we've seen, Dr. Anderson was upset that our specialist didn't catch this a long time ago. Looking at a photo of Daniel's tongue from January, Dr. Anderson said, "You can tell it's cancer by just looking at it!" 

Surgery isn't an acceptable option because with the amount that would need to be removed would leave Daniel with no voice and a hole in his throat. 

So, Dr. Anderson agrees that we need to see Dr. Ahmed at the Abbotsford BCCA and start treatment right away. He will send his notes along to Dr. Ahmed so we hopefully will hear from his office soon. And if not soon enough, I will call. 

Needless to say, this was not an encouraging appointment. But we keep reminding ourselves that none of this comes as a surprise to God. And for some reason(s), He allowed this cancer to advance this far. We can only trust Him, and praise Him. God is not obligated to us, nor can we demand answers or healing. But we will persistently ask for complete healing. 

Will you please commit to join with us?

4 comments:

  1. I am praying that you get into see Dr. Ahmed tomorrow!

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  2. Hoping you get in quickly and get the treatment going soon! Prayers being said!

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  3. We are lifting you all up before God's throne trusting that He will take care of you. We are praying for complete healing.

    Mary

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  4. We pray continuously for Dan's full recovery by our Lord's healing hand.

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