Irby Family Support

A little over a month ago Nick and I were married. Enjoying being newly weds and making plans for our honey moon next year.  Everyone knows Nicks been having issues with his knee after showing our daughter that he can still do a cartwheel. On Saturday October  29 Nick slipped in our kitchen and hurt his knee again. I immidiately took him to the ER. They did X-rays and the doctor told us that Nick has a Bone Tumor that has caused his injuries not to heal. After the news from the Er doctor I made an appointment with an orthopedic. We went to that appointment hoping that the X-rays from the ER was wrong, but the Orthopedic doctor verified a Mass /Tumor and also noticed something is eating away at Nicks bone which maybe causing the popping. Yesterday we went to get Nicks MRI done and got the results back by the end of the day. The MRI verified that there is a 9cm Tumor that actually is causing Nicks injuries. There are no signs of tears in the ligaments or muscles and there are no bone fractures. Wednesday we have an appointment at SLU with the Orthopedic/Oncologist. They plan on doing a biopsy and serveral other tests to find out what is causing the tumor and the corrosion of the bone. It is not easy for Nick and I to ask for help but the medical bills, prescriptions and monthly expenses are already pilling up. We appreciate all the prayers and good vibes and hope you all keep them coming. Thank you so much. 

Love, 
The Irby's