Cancer Free

My CEA level (the blood marker which indicates cancer) is still low and the thyroid ultrasound indicated no change - i.e. nothing cancerous. It's interesting how quickly the fear sets in. While I was having the ultrasound, I thought about what I had cancer. Would I have surgery? Would I have chemo? Or would I just want a good quality of life as long as I could? After getting the results, I was just so happy. I don't have to go back for the next cancer check until July.

Dealing with the Unknown

I have my standard three month check-up with the oncologist today. I went in last week for the blood draw, so the results can be known for my visit. I also go in for another ultrasound on my thyroid. I see the doctor for that next week. I feel fine and healthy, but there is always this scare that the cancer may come back or that I'll need more medical procedures. I guess that is why I am writing a blog entry after so long. Somehow expressing your fear helps me deal with it.