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Name:
Linda (bbmusic)

Member Since:
July 27, 2007

Location:
Maine

Birthday:
4/27/48

Type of Cancer:
Brain Cancer

Medical Term for the Type of Cancer:
Glioblastoma Multiforme

Diagnosis Date:
August 11, 2006

Stage of Cancer:
Stage 4

Tumor Size:
4.1 - 5.0 cm

Grade of Tumor:
Grade 3

Radiation:
Yes

Fundraising Goal:
We need to raise enough money to stay in our home - $1,000/mo

Profile:
Loved One is a Cancer Survivor

What I Hate Most About Cancer:
It has taken my husband's intellect and our special chemistry

What I Have Learned From Cancer:
It ain't over till its over

Things My Supporters Can Do To Help:
Pray; suggest financial resources; make me laugh; send money

Surgery Description, Dates & Side Effects:

Inoperable

Radiation Description, Dates & Side Effects:

33 sessions targeted computerized radiation with mask began September, 2006
Side effects: extreme fatigue, partial loss of hair, dry itchy scalp, burned scalp

Chemotherapy Description, Dates & Side Effects:

Temodar, 150 mg during radiation increased to 350 5 days/month for 3 months, then increased to 450/month at present
Side effects: fatigue

Fundraising Description:

Benefit yardsale

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