Awesome News for Tommy Sapere

Yardsale · Since 29 Mar 2005 387 Posts Portlanastan Obsessed

Here is the gist from Toms latest email........... "Better than good news... from Tom:

Hi all.

It's been 6 weeks since my last CT scan which showed over 85 lung nodules and growth. I started chemo 6 weeks ago and have completed 2 of 6 cycles. Today, there are zero lung nodules. This does not mean I am "cured". Most people with cancer are never really cured, but it does mean the drugs and our lifestyle changes are working! We were shocked beyond belief when we got the news. I keep reading the radiologist's report to make sure there was no mistake...
Keep in mind there is no known treatment, no protocal for Tom's rare subtype, so this chemo combo was experimental. So we are blown away! And yes, T started the next round of chemo today. Is tolerating well, tho it's been a crazy emotional day and he's now planted in front of the tube. Full speed ahead."

Amazing news..............just incredible!! Very Happy

lawnmowerman · Since 19 Mar 2005 12 Posts Gorge USA New Member

Thanks for this posting Steve. Needless to say, we were shocked at the news yesterday. I read stories about people who were given dire prognoses from their Doctors and then who "took matters into their own hands" and reversed cancer. I believe the chemo was a big factor but my other lifestyle changes have helped as well. I don't believe my battle is over and I will have to keep going with my diet and exercise regimine forever so that my immune system can take over when the chemo ends...I have to admit I am leary about continuing to kite in the Gorge. My gut tells me the water is polluted with all kinds of toxins, DDT, other pesticides, bacteria, PCB's, and nucleotides from Hanford. Does anyone know more about this? I know about the Riverkeeper project and "Gorge nose syndrome" but that research appears to be focusing on biological toxins. I am concerned about those, but more concerned with other toxins. I cannot afford for my immune system to waste precious resources attacking shit that is floating in the water...We have found a couple reports on the internet but nothing definitive...

Anyway, I really appreciate all your support. Hearing friend after friend tell me that I can beat this beast makes a difference.

See you suckas on the water!

TS

tonyb · Sat Aug 23, 08 8:23 am

Awesome news Tom! You do what Lynee says and stick with all your changes!

Tony

Kataku2k3 · Since 14 Aug 2005 3753 Posts Los Angeles, CA Videographer

Great news, Tom! See ya out there! Thumb's Up

NateDogg · Sat Aug 23, 08 9:15 am

Awesome Tom...I'm so stoked for you and your family. Good luck with the next rounds and keep fighting the good fight!

Coffee · Since 23 Jun 2006 29 Posts

Go Tom! You have a great, admirable attitude. Keep it going you have a long future ahead.....and many years on the water!

Irv

kss · Since 24 Apr 2006 614 Posts pdx Addicted

AMazing news Tommy!!! What more can be said.... Very Happy

TWIN-FIN · Since 24 May 2006 805 Posts Portland, OR Hot Monkey

ABSA-LUCKING-FLUTLY FANTASTIC!!!!!![b]
DONT TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER!
Full Speed Ahead Tommy
I am very happy for you and your family.

Gman · Since 11 Feb 2006 4911 Posts Portland Unstrapped

Great news!! Must be that ice-hockey therapy. Way to go.

pkh · Since 27 Feb 2005 6549 Posts Couve / Hood Honored Founder

Best news ever, really awesome! Catch you on the water Tom!

Nak · Sat Aug 23, 08 9:34 pm

Tom, I can't begin to tell you how great this makes me feel. Of course, probably makes you feel better! Very Happy

This is really, REALLY good news.

Rollo Tomasi · Since 17 Mar 2005 983 Posts Attractive

Good to hear Tommy S!
Nice to get news like that Smile

See you soon.