Ok, I have to make a decision about this thing in my head. I went back to LA yesterday to see the Neurosurgeon and he layed out two options... both great options depending on the risk I'm willing to take.
Option 1: radiation.
Benefits. no hospitalization, no risk of death, remove the growth
Cons: leave me on pain medications;liver and kidney toxic for life(leading to dialasys) and have to go in periodically and have radiation to keep the size down to a minum. Paralysis, numbness and loss of movement in face, increases with each time. Loose hair( ok I'm a little vain).
Option 2: Surgery
Benifits: Should be able to remove the growth, immediate pain relief;no toxic meds on the liver and kidneys anymore, no chance of regrowth
Cons:Death(always for surgical proceedures), loose hearing in the right ear, possible numbness in the face, slight chance of loosing movement in the face. intensive care,4 days, Loose hair from sugery site.
Dh thinks surgery is the best long term option. and on paper it looks like it is...except for that pesky little death clause!
decisions, decisions, decisions.
crystal
