MRI Results June 2018

Dear all,

After taking the two oral clinical trial drugs for almost a month, a repeat MRI scan was performed on 26th Jun 2018. The report showed no further growth in the tumor. Dr. Piccioni (my new doctor in San Diego, California) is pleased with the results and has decided to continue my treatment in the clinical trial. Like my previous doctor in New Jersey, he also feels that the symptoms are likely to stay due to the location of the tumor, but we should be happy even if the growth is arrested.

Restrictions on my travel have been removed and I plan to visit New Jersey for some time in July/August.

My next MRI will be in 2 months on 21st Aug 2018. Blood work will be continued to be monitored every two weeks.

I sincerely hope that the treatment continues to work for me and that my symptoms reduce to a level that can keep me more comfortable.

Thank you for keeping me in your prayers.

Yours,
Hasit

MRI Results May 2018

Dear all,

The MRI reports from 22nd May 2018 showed a significant increase in the size of the tumor. It is now slightly larger than what it was when I was first diagnosed 2 years ago. I was advised by my Doctor to immediately change my treatment. He gave me the option to either start treatment with Avastin or enroll in a clinical trial of two new oral drugs (Cediranib and Olaparib). I chose the latter and have started treatment since 30th May 2018. During this time, I have been advised to stop taking any alternative therapies.

The side effects of the new drugs are not known for certain at this time. I will continue to take them as long as they work and succeed in keeping the tumor under control.

Please continue to keep me in your prayers.

Yours,
Hasit