Dana's in Remission!!

What does this mean? When a tumor is in remission or is stable, it means the tumor cells have entered a phase in which they generally have stopped growing or multiplying. This may or may not mean that these tumor cells will never grow again. In some cases, the tumor has actually been destroyed and the area it occupied in the brain is composed only of dead tissue, called necrosis. In other circumstances, tumor cells remain alive or viable, and retain the capacity to grow actively again, meaning that the tumor may recur at a later date. Unfortunately im not sure which is the case but it is clear that this is great news. The tumor isnt growing and its been nearly a year! The best news is that while shes in remission; no more chemo! Since there is sadly no cure for cancer, remission is the ultimate goal. Everyone that has Dana in their hopes, prayers and thoughts can keep it up this time asking that the tumor is dead, wont grow, and wont resurface elsewhere. Its time to celebrate! Congratulations Dana we love you.