A second 'Whole-body PET scan' was performed on Friday, September 19. The primary reason for the scan was to see if any of the melanoma cancer was restaging through any parts of my body. The scan was also compared to the readings of a previous PET scan performed on May... Read more →

I underwent a brain MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging) and PET (Positron emission tomography) scan yesterday. Altogether, both procedures took about five hours. My oncologist ordered the tests because I am experiencing a 'pins and needles' sensation in both arms. It may be due to the treatment, or possibly something else.... Read more →

As you know, we do not know the future. We can only hope for the best and face life's challenges with honor, courage and dignity. Writer L.B. Cowman beautifully stated: "We cannot see what loss, sorrow, and trials are accomplishing. We need only to trust. The Father comes near to... Read more →

I went into work yesterday to get some "face time" with some colleagues. Half surprised, I kept on hearing, "Alex, you're looking good!" Hopefully, I will never succumb to an infamous narcissistic bent; however, it felt pretty good hearing those words "you are looking good." Now, it's not because of... Read more →

Days of darkness still come o’er me; - Sorrow’s paths I often tread; But the Savior still is with me, By His hand I’m safely led.” --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Remember, my friends. Saludos, it's better to look good than to feel good." (Fernando's Hideaway...Billy Crystal) As a cancer patient, I am quite... Read more →