Greg Hewlett passed away on January 17th after nearly eight years of battling colon cancer. While we grieve his loss, we are comforted to know that he is with his Lord.
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The Struggle Has Ended
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Good news - tumors retreating
I received two simple pieces of news today from Dr. Eng.
First, the three tumors we are watching carefully all reduced measurably in size. Not sure the amount yet, as there is not yet an official radiology reading, but even I could tell they were a bit smaller.
Second, In February, they took blood for a sophisticated DNA test they have for chemo success prediction. Today I found out that the one remaining FDA-approved chemo drug for colon cancer that I have not taken, Erbitux, is likely to be effective for me in significantly slowing down progression of tumor growth. In other words, the last unused chemo weapon I have in my arsenal is loaded not with blanks, but with real ammo.
Tonight, I lay down a thankful man.
Hopefully, I will share more details of the week in a later post. The week was good all around. Just wanted you to get the results, as I know many of you are praying for me. Thanks.
I will continue with the current protocol - more heavy chemo this coming week.
First, the three tumors we are watching carefully all reduced measurably in size. Not sure the amount yet, as there is not yet an official radiology reading, but even I could tell they were a bit smaller.
Second, In February, they took blood for a sophisticated DNA test they have for chemo success prediction. Today I found out that the one remaining FDA-approved chemo drug for colon cancer that I have not taken, Erbitux, is likely to be effective for me in significantly slowing down progression of tumor growth. In other words, the last unused chemo weapon I have in my arsenal is loaded not with blanks, but with real ammo.
Tonight, I lay down a thankful man.
Hopefully, I will share more details of the week in a later post. The week was good all around. Just wanted you to get the results, as I know many of you are praying for me. Thanks.
I will continue with the current protocol - more heavy chemo this coming week.
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Sounds great! What prospects! Tom and Gisele say hi.
We are thankful for the many reasons to celebrate!
What a blessing! We will never stop praying for you. We will give "thanks" to Him for this awesome news! Celebrate every moment!
Great news Greg! We will keep praying for you.
Praise God!! I'm very thankful, too, Greg, for this news. Continuing to pray for you and Christine. Let us know how she's doing as soon as you know and are able. I'm so glad that last drug promises to have effective capabilities! Wonderful news!
Love and prayers,
Madeleine
Fantastic news, my friend. Hope to somehow see you soon.
Great news, Greg! Thanks for the update.
We're thankful with you and will continue to pray.
Praise God! That is great news, Greg! Our family will continue to keep you and Christine in our prayers.
With you in His grace,
Josh
Thank You Lord in Jesus's Holy Name
I praise God over your news, Greg! Much love to you and Christine.
This is great news! Hope to see you soon. We'll continue to pray.
Fantastic!!!! This is wonderful news Greg.
Wonderful news, Greg. Looking forward to catching up when you return to Dallas.
That's super news! We are praying for you and Christine!
Praise God for His continued faithfulness to you. We are overjoyed to hear the good news and know how thanksful you all are.
Barbara
wonderful news! We are praying for you and Christine daily. blessings to you both.
That's so great to hear Greg! You're always in our prayers up here.
Great news!
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