DIAGNOSIS & Rx PLAN

My interventional radiology biopsy was last Tuesday. The lymphoma pathologists at Fred Hutch do special stains and check for specific markers in order to determine the exact diagnosis. I have a classic Hodgkins Lymphoma with scattered giant cells [remember Reed-Sternberg cells for all my medical friends] . According to Dr. Poh, my lymphoma specialist, the best chemotherapy regimen is clear based on a multi-center study published a year ago; it will be a 4 drug regimen called NAVD. Tomorrow they will place a central IV line with an infusion port on my chest. They will infuse all 4 drugs every 2 weeks for 6 months. beginning this Wednesday 2/5. The prognosis is good (80-90%). Diane and I feel optimistic.