Results from yesterday’s MRI are back, and they’re not so great. The tumor has only shrunk about one millimeter from the MRI on March 12. The good news is there is no hemorrhaging. The bad news is another mass has developed in Mike’s brain. This one measures 2.7cm x 3.4 cm and is located towards the back of the brain, in what’s called the left occipital lobe. From what I could find from my research (i.e. Google), that part of the brain controls vision and how one perceives colors and shapes. The doctor is sending a copy of the MRI to Duke today and will hopefully hear back from them tomorrow. He said the plan right now is to go ahead and start Mike on the Avastin by the end of this week. There’s a bit of a calculated risk with it, but given the results of the latest MRI, that’s really our best bet.
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That is not good news. However, I am interested in the new medications effects. Thanks for the posting. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this tough battle you all are facing. You are not alone with the family and friends you have and our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Love, Rockefeller's (San Antonio)
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will remain steadfast in my prayers for all of you. Blessings, Billy and Morgan
That is truly not good news. Please know that you, Mike and the girls are always in my prayers. God does have a plan. Also a reminder that gifts made out to Diane Starnes may be sent to the
Mike and Diane Starnes Fund
c/o Susan Brant
Richland Northeast High
7500 Brookfield Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Love
Susan
We are steadfastly praying for "Mikes's Miracle." Our God hears our prayers. This is another tough hurdle. HE is there!!!!
Praying for you in the days ahead,
Karen and CR Hall
I am so sorry that the news was not better. I know you will stay strong. Please know that you are constantly on my mind. I pray for you, Mike and the girls everyday.
Kala
You all are in my thoughts daily. Hang in there.
Love,
Sara
I am so glad you have your family and friends to support you during this time. Take care.
Sharon Owens
Even though this is not the news you were hoping for it seems that Mike has progressed in some ways. Stay strong. A miracle has brought him this far and I haven't given up yet, as I know you haven't. You, Mike and the girls are in my prays daily. We miss you at AHS but you are where you should be. Mike needs your steadfastness and love. LOL, nanette
I read your blog everyday and am sorry to hear the "not so good" news. Your family continues to stay in my thoughts and prayers. You have amazed me through all the ups and downs with Mike. What an inspiration you are.
We are still praying for you.
betsy lahay mabee
There is a Bible verse that I have been reading this week and will pray it for you all this week too: Joshua 1:5 "...As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you." Praying that His presence will strengthen you for the detours along this path. That His promise will encourage you both always! Take care Diane!
Kim Sanders
Diane we will continue to pray for all of you.
Gerry and Robn Pierce
Hi Diane. I had read about Mike in The State and sent a very small amount of money to help with your medical bills. You were so thoughtful in writing me a thank you note (something you DO NOT need to do right now!). I now feel like I "know" your family, having kept up with your blog, wearing my blue bracelet, and keeping your family in my prayers constantly. Question: can Mike have homemade mashed up sweet potatoes with sugar, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon in them? He might enjoy that, if he can have the sugar, etc. I'll continue to keep ya'll in my prayers every single day. Take care, Lisa Tye 317 Stirlington Rd, Columbia, SC (good ole St. Andrews!)
I just heard about the tumors. Please know that I am lifting your family up in prayer. He is always with you both and will help you through this journey.
God Bless!
Laura Wilkinson
Hate to hear that kind of news; however with God on Mike's side, we are sure he will be fine in the end. All of you continue to be in our daily prayers.
Nell & Debbie
You and your family are in our prayers. "If God brings you to it HE will bring you through it"
Love,
Robin Hudson (Texas)
Brooke McSwain (South Carolina)
Carla Johnson (Washington)
LaCresha Rankin (North/South Carolina)
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