Just got back from the oncologist's with Erde. She agreed that the tumor is slow growing, but discussed my options. Doing nothing is not an option considering Erde's high level of activity. Tomorrow, Erde goes in for a CAT scan to see how extensive the tumor is. If it is only superficial and definable within margins and does not extend upward toward her nasal passage, surgery only is indicated, but major surgery (maxillectomy). If the tumor is otherwise, 15 sessions of radiation will be called for. Chemotheraphy is not a good solution for this one.
The bottom line is that taking the trip and postponing the treatment was a good decision. I hate to admit it, but Erde had one hell of a ball on this last trip, more so than her brother or I did. One thing about that girl is that she knows how to enjoy herself. It's almost as if she knew what was coming and decided to have one more fling, all at my expense, of course.
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