2 year post GK MRI should I be concerned?

[Upstate]

MRI shows decreased central necrosis and "thickening enhancement".  No growth is noted.  My Dr. says tumor might be swelling but wants another MRI in 6 months instead of waiting a year. Should I be concerned?

Thanks,
Upstate

[arizonajack]

I'm 14 months post GK and had a follow up MRI at 6 months and again just recently.

My recent MRI also showed decreased necrosis but the tumor was stable.

I'm not losing any sleep over it.

Report back after your next MRI.

[PaulW]

Its very common to see necrosis in the first MRI at 6 months and have the dark spot disappear at 2 years.
It doesn't mean the tumour isn't dying. It normally means blood is flowing consistently through the tumour and is not a reflection on the life or death of the tumour.

The 2 Year Mark is important because by 3 years the tumour will most likely be the same size or smaller.
2-2.5 years typically marks the end of the swelling phase if it occurs.

More information can be found at www.pubmed.com

I am not a doctor or medical professional.
Please do your own research I am no substitute for a real doctor

[Upstate]

Thanks for the replies. Arizonajack, I too hope to not lose any sleep over this. And I will post my 6 month MRI report.

Paul thanks for the link.  I will be researching.  I find it interesting tumors can still swell 2 years after treatment.

Thanks again,
Upstate