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About Me:: I am 44 and last July, 2007, I was diagnosed with brain cancer, GBM, not so good. I am doing well, I had radiation and chemo in the Fall of 2007, surgery in December, 2007 and I am only on Avistan now. My tennis is back to 80%, in 2004 I was ranked #9 in the Men's 35'sin New England and one of my goals is to get ranked again. I attended UVM. I have sailboat and every chance I get I use it to sail around Cape Cod bay, Provincetown, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket. I have an 8 year old daughter. I also love to ski, my favorite place is Vail, I have a lot of friends there. I am trying really hard not to let this slow me down, now that I am off Decadron and CPT11, I have a much better quality of life, getting my game back. I used to be a Baptiste Yoga fanatic but my GBM slowed me way down on that. Namaste

Birthday? (not required, but you might get presents!): 9/12/64

Age? (How rude! not required...): 44

Where do you live? (city, state, country): Brookline, MA, USA

Your Zip Code?: 02446

Relationship Status:: Single

Favorite Quote:: As long as I know how to love I know I will be alive; or try this: Some will fall in love with life and drink it from a fountain That is pouring like an avalanche comin' down the mountain.

Favorite Book:: Anything by Lance.

Your Website or Blog:: http://www.rossbrams.com

What's your personal mission statement?: To kick my brain cancer (GBM) in the ass like Lance and Kris and win a tennis tournament.

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Well, I was all set to go to the boot camp this weekend at Kripalu but I did a major change up, I am going to Hippocraties on Sunday, hoping to rid this. Still waiting for my 4 week MRI result from yesterday. Love always Delete Comment

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At 4:07pm on October 22, 2008, laetitia said…: HI ross,
Just wondering how you are doing and if you have any new info on avastin, I am trying to do as much research as possible about the drug since my NO wants me on it indefinitely and I am not sure wether I need to be or not and also worried about possible side effects.
Thanks,
Laetiita

At 9:02pm on September 30, 2008, Christine said…: Thanks Ross,
Good luck with your MRI. I hope everything turns out okay!

Have fun at Hipprocates. I hope your tummy feels better soon. I know how that is, believe me. All of these drugs should come with ulcer proofing..heh heh.

Feel well,
Christine

At 7:50pm on September 29, 2008, Christine said…: Hi Ross,
Just wanted to drop you a line to see how you're doing. I didn't realize you live in Brookline. I live near Hartford in Connecticut, not too far.
You'll never guess but I'm back on Keppra now. My doctor tried me on Dilantin and I had an allergic reaction so I asked to be put back on Keppra. At least I know I'm not allergic to it! :) So far so good. Seems to be working this time around. Very weird. Anyway, hope you are doing well, off playing tennis or just being your active self!

At 10:37am on September 11, 2008, Henrike said…: With an attitude like yours, I'm pretty confident you'll achieve that tennis tournament victory! I used to play, too, but lately I just concentrate on cycling and am now starting to train for my first marathon. I'm aiming to run in Boston in 1 1/2 years- let's see how that goes!

Good to have you here!
Henrike.

At 11:46pm on September 10, 2008, laetitia said…: Thank you for your answer.
Yes there are a couple of people in my brain support group who have had GBM and are fine now so you keep on going!
My edema did not show up on an MRI but the oncologist in France was certain that it was that because of the symptoms and the anti inflamatory meds did the trick thank god.
I have also exercised without consequences many times the day after the injection and even once after!!! Now though I too just"chill"!
I lived briefly in brooklyne many years ago. You are lucky to be able to go sailing.
Peace,

Peace,
Laetitia

At 5:14pm on September 9, 2008, laetitia said…: Hello,
I am a brain tumor survivor too and I am on avastin only now. I have been on it for 15 months, first along with temodar for a year.
I was curious to know on what dosage you were on and how often. Also did you get an idea of how long you may have to stay on it?
I am on 300mg every other week.
MRI every other month as my tumor is inoperable and still on top of my brain stem but I hope dead!
My N.O said I could go once every three weeks (I asked) as it is supposed to stay in your system for 21 days but that if it were him he would stay on it once every two weeks...
I don't know what to do since this is uncharted territory.
I have had no side effects from it except being a little tired the evening after I get the injection.
I also have to be careful not to do any strenuous exercise anymore as I did have an edema around the tumor this summer which thankfully went away with anti inflammatory meds.
Congratulations on getting a better quality of life, I am in the same place after two long years and appreciating every second of it!
Laetitia

At 10:17pm on August 31, 2008, Vivian said…: Wow your about me sounds like a very full life!! Glad to hear you are feeling better!!! I love Vail too!! Have never been in the winter, prairie girl, don't know how to ski - LOL's!! Wishing you well. Vivian

At 10:29am on August 30, 2008, Lanae said…: Hi Ross and Welcome. Sailing and water! Wow. I'm in sunny (ok hotter than hell) Arizona and so water right now, even in a bathtub, sounds lovely. You'll find this site full of people offering support and info, not to mention laughter. Have a super long weekend.

At 9:33pm on August 24, 2008, Callie said…: Hey welcome to the village.. I cannot wait to get to know you better. Life here in the village is one wild ride and we need as many voices and we can get... OH I love nantucket and sailing.....heaven.. I live on Mobile Bay and we love to sail way down here..hahha..I am glad you are doing well. You have landed into the right place.. we are full of survivors.. check out the groups I love living pass your experation date and all of them.. Well Look forward to hearing from you... Take care and happy sunday. Callie

At 7:37pm on August 24, 2008, Marina James-Galvin said…: Ross,
I am here if you need any assitance.. Yes.
The sugar thing can be challenging. One day at a time is the KEY.. Baby steps.
Marina :)