Cathy Schanzer Update March 10, 2024

Cathy Schanzer Update March 10, 2024

The Story of 3:13, 3:15, and 3:16 This week, Cathy will observe that it has been one year since her cancer surgery (3-13-23) and one year since her glioblastoma diagnosis (3-15-23). Statistically, it’s a concerning time as 75% of people with her diagnosis die within...
Cathy Schanzer Update March 3, 2024

Cathy Schanzer Update March 3, 2024

Cathy’s Doctor team is attending to other needs as she continues her chemo treatments and related side effects, for a few more months. Last week a physical therapist began to assess her balance, fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Her assessment will continue...
Cathy Schanzer Update February 25, 2024

Cathy Schanzer Update February 25, 2024

Cathy was concerned that her hearing had declined a bit in her right ear and she was right. A hearing test and examination this week discovered a damaged eustachian tube, most likely from the radiation treatments, resulting in fluid buildup behind her eardrum. In...
Cathy Schanzer Update December 17, 2023

Cathy Schanzer Update December 17, 2023

On this third Sunday of Advent, as we anticipate the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ, we pray in joy-filled thanksgiving for the blessings of our lives. Cathy’s health seems stable for now. She continues with her chemo meds everyday as we prepare for Christmas,...
Cathy Schanzer Update December 10, 2023

Cathy Schanzer Update December 10, 2023

Medical Update Cathy’s visit to Duke Brain Cancer Center was very positive. “Your MRI looks great” commented the doctor. And by our observation, it was the best looking one since this cancer business began. The doctor re-explained that Cathy’s cancer is methylated,...