Scan Results!

 Hey Y'all!

As a lot of you know I have checkups every 3 months, and scans every 6. This CT scan came back with possible changes, but was unclear. There were 2 options, either get a PET scan, or wait 3mo and redo the CT. My doctors opted for the PET, longest two week wait ever!

I had my appointment today, to go over the results, and get my checkup...

Everything came back good! All clear! Still N.E.D.

WOOHOO!!!

CT Scan:

A computerized tomography (CT) scan combines a series of X-ray images taken from different angles around your body and uses computer processing to create cross-sectional images (slices) of the bones, blood vessels and soft tissues inside your body. CT scan images provide more-detailed information than plain X-rays do.

PET Scan:

A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is an imaging test that can help reveal the metabolic or biochemical function of your tissues and organs. The PET scan uses a radioactive drug (tracer) to show both normal and abnormal metabolic activity.

The difference:

A CT scan shows detailed pictures of the organs and tissues inside your body. A PET scan can find abnormal activity and it can be more sensitive than other imaging tests. It may also show changes to your body sooner. Doctors use PET-CT scans to provide more information about the cancer.

Have a great day,

Craftin' Wife