1-25-20

The results of the new scans are in and the doctor said it was good news: there are signs of real improvement from the chemo/immunotherapy treatment! At this point Mom will only have immunotherapy which shouldn’t have the negative side effects that the chemo has been having. She also needed a blood transfusion yesterday due to a low red blood cell count. We’re hopeful that at this point, she will really begin to feel better and get her energy back.

She’ll continue the immunotherapy treatment every three weeks. During her next treatment (on Valentine’s Day!) she’ll also get an infusion to strengthen her bones.

We’re so grateful to be able to share this positive update.
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(A favorite photo of Mom with all her grandkids in Texas-a FEW years back!)

1-4-20

The last three weeks have not been easy on mom. While she stayed on top of her anti-nausea medication, the chemo, nevertheless, has really been taking its toll. At today’s treatment they found out her red blood cell count is down which helped to explain how tired she has felt. Because of this, the doctor decided to reduce the potency of the chemo mixture. They always wait till the last minute to mix up the chemo solution for just this reason. 

We're hoping the next few weeks are easier on her system. They will take more scans (finally!) on the 21st (with results back on the 24th). Of course, we're all so anxious to find out what effect this last few months of treatment have been having and are hoping for the best! The results of the scans will determine the next course of treatment. 

I am writing this from Holland. I'm so grateful for Mom's continued support for my travels even as she's going through this rough time. I'm missing being there for her (in person) day to day but know other's are taking this as an opportunity to spend more time with her and she's enjoying and appreciating the support from her loving circle of family and friends. The next update will be on the 24th when we find out the results of the scans. Until then....


Happy New Year to each of you!
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