Biopsy is Tomorrow

Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Family:

Well, this makes it "real" as Christine said. Brings us right back to where we were four years ago when this whole thing began. It is too surreal...

I saw Dr. Lajin today for my consult.
He showed Christine and me the CT Scan, but neither of us could even see what he was pointing out.
He confirmed that there is a "growth" between my rectum and bladder (what a good friend calls the "in-betweenis").

In order to determine the exact nature of this "growth," Dr. Lajin will probe the area with an ultrasound camera that will provide a clearer picture of the "growth." In addition, Dr. Lajin will use a needle to extract a sample of the tissue for pathological examination.

I will be under conscious sedation.

A pathologist will be on hand to monitor the ultrasound.

I will complete a cleansing routine tonight and tomorrow (hello porcelain!).

Initially, when Dr. Lajin checked his schedule, he was booked until the 28th. Somehow, he made tomorrow work.

Needless to say, Christine and I are doing what we can to manage the reality of this situation.

We plan to go to Boll-Weevil in Santee tomorrow after the procedure. Nothing like a good burger after a probing experience!

With love,

Andrew