MRI Results and What They Mean

So the basic results are:

It doesn't appear that the big tumors reduced at all. The big question is whether the masses are solid or liquid. That will be a large determining factor for surgery and what kind.

There had been bleeding in all 4 of the brain mets, but that's all stopped with the radiation
Getting a direct before and after comparison is difficult as the comparison scans are CT scans vs. mri's with contrast.

It's not doom and gloom, but this isn't great as we're going to have to see a nuero surgeon to consult. Apparently the big tumor in the back is pretty large. The dr felt it and the other 3 could still be reducing from the radiation but generally speaking, nothing appears to be reducing. No bleeding in the brain is good news. I likely would've not lasted this long without the radiation, so it wasn't a waste, this is just the first time I haven't had more encouraging scan results.

The MRI machine was super claustrophobic but I managed to not freak out, and no passing out while laying down, which was kinda nice.

I don't know, that I would say it was a waste of time to have done the radiation, but maybe. With all the side effects and such, argh...! If I need surgery it might be a combo of regular neuro surgery for the large tumor and Gamma Knife for the other 3. I just hope the cure is worth the time and side effects.

I sure wish this were more upbeat and good news, but it could be much worse and I'm crossing my fingers that surgery happens and delivers good results. This is the first time I've not had good news. I'm hoping surgery if its the option, works..