St. Jude visit on 8/28/2020 with Dr. Daves did not go as we expected. The scans showed the cyst in her right ovary has increased to 6.5 cm. Dr. Daves said she didn't think this was anything "scary" and we could look at taking a birth control pill to decrease the size and ask an OBGYN to review scans. After a review of her scans, the OBGYN oncologist asked to see Kaylee in his office. On 9/3/2020, we met with Dr. Kirby, at Tennessee Valley Gynecologic Oncology. He explained, "the cyst is not consistent with a simple functional ovarian cyst. Given the complexity as well as her previous appendiceal tumor discussed potential for metastatic disease to the ovary as well as other ovarian neoplasms." He ordered labs for tumor markers and an MRI of the pelvis "to better characterize the internal nature of this mass and rule out metastatic disease."
Needless to say, this was not the news we wanted to hear. Kaylee did not take this as well as she did the first time. With all this unknown ahead of us, came a lot of tears. After an afternoon of napping and getting a reboot to her system, she sprung back into the game! That evening she went to MMS to play a volleyball game and 8th grade recognition night. We could not have been more proud of Kaylee that evening! Knowing all she had went through that morning and to get back out on the court with her team like everything was normal. We enjoyed a family dinner that night at Outback, where Kaylee enjoyed a filet mignon and sweet potato.
Since then, she has had a positive attitude and enjoyed spending time doing the things she loves. Saturday she hung out with her parents running errands and shopping. Sunday started off with her playing as a guest player with the AYSO United 08G's. With a big win (9-1) vs Homewood 07, she came off the field feeling great! That afternoon the shenanigans began! She and a few besties hit Bridge Street dressed in fun wigs!
That evening, they enjoyed watching Mulan and eating pizza at a friends Dive-In Movie Party. Monday we headed out early to Guntersville State Park where the girls went zip-lining at Screaming Eagle. One more thing for Kaylee to check off her bucket list! Afterwards, enjoying lunch at a local Mexican restaurant.
Although we do not know what the future holds, with this kind of support and attitude, she can conquer anything! The uncertainty is what makes this most difficult. As parents, we will continue to be positive and follow Kaylee's lead. She has set the pace for this journey and as strong as she is, its made it easier to follow!
Praying and sending lots of love. Kaylee is an incredibly strong and inspirational young lady. (She’s got great parents too!) ❤️❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteWhile we may not know what the future holds, we know who holds the future! Please let Kaylee know I am praying for her and believing God for her miracle!
ReplyDeletePraying and sending you guys my love and support. Kaylee is just incredible young lady, I find myself looking back to when she came into this world and what a joy to watch her grow as Keith and I played our music. She is a inspiration and God has a plan.
ReplyDeleteContinuing to pray for Kaylee and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDelete�� Amazing girl!Keeping ��you all in thoughts and prayers!
ReplyDeleteGosh, this is hard to read. What an amazing lady you are raising!! Praying for each of you, and for complete healing for Kaylee!
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