Hello everyone: I had my six mos. follow-up with Stanford last Friday and the good new is that the Tumor is showing signs of shrinkage and DEATH!! Dr. Adler tells me that it could be that the symtoms have not changed because of the swelling and dying process. He reported that the shrinkage is more than he would have anticipated at this time and he has hope that the symtoms will resolve, at least to some degree, in time. He did put me on a short course of Methylprednisolone to see if that will help with the swelling. This is a glucocorticoid!! I have only heard about Presnisone or Decadron on the forum and thought that would be what was prescribed, so was surprised when I picked up the prescription. I guess it is generic for Medrol!? Have to ask some questions.
For those of you exploring treatment decisions I have to say I am happy with my choice for Cyberknife.
Blessings to all.
Bev
