The chemo doc requested another CT scan last friday and the results were discussed today in an appt with the family.
Unfortunately, cancer was seen in the liver and spleen that had not been viewed previously. Angela started chemo today and will be on a 6 week regime including two weeks on chemo and one week off. Right now the schedule is Monday chemo, Tuesday fluids and nutrients and off the rest of the week. The next scan to see how this systemic treatment is impacting the different areas of cancer will be in early March. This chemo is said to be tolerated well. At this point no surgery is being discussed.
The cancer is being called undifferentiated sarcoma - the doctors still believe that the primary site (where the cancer started) was in her uterus. The chemo up until now has been a radiation enhancement versus a systemic dosage. The doctors were focussed on the media stynum (sternum area) with the chemo and radiation in that area. The media stynum tumor has shrunk 25% which is great news...the treatment has been working in this area.
The chemo Angela started today is systemic meant to go after cancer throughout her body and we are all hopeful that it will yield great power in destroying the tumors. This is a stronger chemo than she has been receiving.
There are ups and downs on this journey and today's news was difficult however it is good to have more information about what the cancer is up to so we can go after it agressively. Please send your prayers and strength to Angie during this time. She and Rick are surrounded by family and support right now which is a great gift to them.
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Angela Fooshee March 15, 1972 – June 23, 2008
Age: 36
Residence: Greeley, Colorado
Tribute: Angela Kelley Fooshee was born in Robbinsdale, Minnesota to James Patrick and Kathleen Sue (Lamoureux) Wurth. Her natural passion for life shown through the twinkle in her eyes. She was driven by her love of family and nature. Camping, playing games and telling stories around the campfire, hiking, watching the sunset (sunrise was much too early), and stopping to smell the flowers were just a few of her favorite things. She was a quiet thrill-seeker. There was never a roller coaster too high. She loved poetry, music, and enjoyed dancing with all her heart. Her traditional values inspired her to create countless family memories and crab wedges for everyone. When it came to holidays, she made sure that we had all the festive food, decorations, activities and games to ensure a lifetime of memories.
Compassion for others came naturally to her. She always looked for the beauty in life, in people, and in nature. Her kind, gentle manner and her playful nature made her the best mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend anyone could ever wish for. She was a natural caretaker, always looking out for the needs of others before her own. She cherished her family and friends. Angie truly made our world a better place.
Mrs. Fooshee touched many hearts during her nine years as an elementary teacher. She enjoyed making a difference in the lives of her students and in the world around her. But she was more than a teacher of children; she taught ALL of us how to be thankful and grateful, and to trust in God completely. Her journey through life inspired all of us.
Mrs. Fooshee died on Monday, June 23, 2008 at North Colorado Medical Center Hospice and Palliative Care of Greeley. Survivors: Her husband, Richard L. Fooshee; daughter, Madelynn Fooshee; son, Jacob Fooshee, all of Greeley; her parents, Jim and Kathy Wurth of Berthoud, Colorado; two siblings, Brian Wurth and wife Helene of Fort Collins, Colorado, Kelsey Wurth of Berthoud; grandparents, Royal and Betty Lamoureux of Loveland, Colorado.
Services: 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 30, 2008 at Our Savior’s Church in Greeley.
Internment: Estes Valley Memorial Gardens, Estes Park, Colorado
Note: Memorial contributions may be made to the Angela Fooshee Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of Adamson Chapels, 2000 47th Avenue Greeley, CO 80634.
Age: 36
Residence: Greeley, Colorado
Tribute: Angela Kelley Fooshee was born in Robbinsdale, Minnesota to James Patrick and Kathleen Sue (Lamoureux) Wurth. Her natural passion for life shown through the twinkle in her eyes. She was driven by her love of family and nature. Camping, playing games and telling stories around the campfire, hiking, watching the sunset (sunrise was much too early), and stopping to smell the flowers were just a few of her favorite things. She was a quiet thrill-seeker. There was never a roller coaster too high. She loved poetry, music, and enjoyed dancing with all her heart. Her traditional values inspired her to create countless family memories and crab wedges for everyone. When it came to holidays, she made sure that we had all the festive food, decorations, activities and games to ensure a lifetime of memories.
Compassion for others came naturally to her. She always looked for the beauty in life, in people, and in nature. Her kind, gentle manner and her playful nature made her the best mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend anyone could ever wish for. She was a natural caretaker, always looking out for the needs of others before her own. She cherished her family and friends. Angie truly made our world a better place.
Mrs. Fooshee touched many hearts during her nine years as an elementary teacher. She enjoyed making a difference in the lives of her students and in the world around her. But she was more than a teacher of children; she taught ALL of us how to be thankful and grateful, and to trust in God completely. Her journey through life inspired all of us.
Mrs. Fooshee died on Monday, June 23, 2008 at North Colorado Medical Center Hospice and Palliative Care of Greeley. Survivors: Her husband, Richard L. Fooshee; daughter, Madelynn Fooshee; son, Jacob Fooshee, all of Greeley; her parents, Jim and Kathy Wurth of Berthoud, Colorado; two siblings, Brian Wurth and wife Helene of Fort Collins, Colorado, Kelsey Wurth of Berthoud; grandparents, Royal and Betty Lamoureux of Loveland, Colorado.
Services: 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 30, 2008 at Our Savior’s Church in Greeley.
Internment: Estes Valley Memorial Gardens, Estes Park, Colorado
Note: Memorial contributions may be made to the Angela Fooshee Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of Adamson Chapels, 2000 47th Avenue Greeley, CO 80634.
7 comments:
Angie,
We love you so much. I KNOW that this new chemo will attack the tumors and get rid of them once and for all. But, if you ever need to vent, rage, cry, all of the above, we're here for you. We love you.
Sarah
Hey Angie!
Well finally they are breakin' out the good stuff! (systemic chemo!)
I'm sure this stronger chemo will do the trick and to kill all those cancer areas.
At least there is no more radiation on your chest, so you can get a break from that and hopefully be able to PIG OUT and eat again! I'll try to call you today on your cell phone while you are hooked up to your "nutrients".
I know this will work! I can just picture the little cancer cells getting kicked/poisoned by this new super strong Chemo. Bring it on!
Love ya lots!!!!
Laura
so great to talk with you Angie, I'm praying!
Leanna
Angie, I think I've figured this out now! I actually posted a message on I think, your first update?? Well, I'm thankful for this site and I will be keeping in touch.
Leanna
Angie,
I just forwarded an email to you. It's from Dr. Martin McCarter. I was nosy and found his name online as a sarcoma specialist. His office is at the Univ. of Colorado Denver. He gave me the number to Dr. Anthony Elias, also in Denver, as another sarcoma specialist who knows of all the NEWEST treatments for sarcoma. His number is 720-848-1030. From my online search, there aren't many sarcoma experts in the country, but here are two in Denver.
Love,
Sarah
Angie and Family,
We prayed for you at our bible study last night and I prayed this morning for you!!! Our bible study teacher mentioned that he read about eagles. He learned they have a special way of getting through a storm. They prepare their wings in such a way and wait then when the storm hits this action of stance they have with their wings "mounted up" sends them straight up above the storm.
"Yet those who wait for the Lord Will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary." Isaiah 40:31
So, let us put our faith in Him.
" Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strenthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."
Isaiah 41:10
"You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance." Psalms 32:7
"Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. For our heart rejoices in Him, because we trust in His holy name. let Your lovingkindness, O Lord, be upon us, According as we have hoped in You." Psalms 33:20-22
I hope these will encourage you as they do for me.
Love,
Leanna
Hi Angie,
I prayed for you today!! I hope you have a good day and know that lots of us are praying and thinking about you all.
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