....a lot more good news...I hope it never stops!!

I went to Frankfurt on 8th June 2009 for another check up and had another pleasant surprise.

After having the CT and MRI scan done I went to see Prof Vogl.

Jeanette video'd the session for local BBC news.

Professor Vogl talked in German into his dictaphone. He asked me if I had had any treatment since he last saw me and I said I hadn't.

He seemed to be suprised. I asked him if he could put the scans from May 2008 on the screen beside the June 2009 scan. Wow...... it was remarkable!!

I was shocked at just how bad things were back then. No Wonder he was surprised... Another 10% of the tumour had gone. Theo had taken his designer shoes and now has a small amount of his  personal belongings left. Maybe he will take it in the next few months. I have to make an appointment with my own oncologist in Derriford Hospital in September and the scans to be sent to Prof Vogl. This will be easier than travelling as it was difficult this time. Jeanette and I had to leave from Birmingham

......... and even more good news from Germany!

I have had another 20% reduction in the tumour...Woo Hoo... Professor Vogl in very impressed with the way my Meso has responded. He wants to study me to find out why it has responded so well to this treatment when it has so little that makes any impact on it.

He also told me that I have a narrow Oesophagus which I am going to speak to my GP about. I have always had issues with drinks as I find I splutter a little when I have some and other times I am fine.

Jeanette and I have had an amazing Journey, She has been a truly wonderful friend and will continue to support me in Germany.

I have a new man in my life, Mr S, who has been lovely. I knew him over 25 years ago and we both feel so happy about meeting up again. 

My life has turned a corner and become a joy, I would love to wave a magic wand and give some of this to other people who are going through their tough times at the moment. Jade Goody is one who springs to mind and I can't help wondering if this treatment would help her. I find it impossible to get any word to her, I can only hope that she can find something to give her back her future, It is a terrible time to go through.