Good news! Dad has weathered his second chemo treatment really well, with no vomiting, and, as far as I can tell, minimal nausea. Laura took him down to the hospital yesterday morning (Friday) to get another IV of the anti-nausea drug that has helped in the past, just to try to perk him up for this weekend--his mother, two brothers, and a nephew drove up to hang out with him.
Eating still poses a problem for him. He knows he has to eat, so he does, but he always feels like crap afterward. It's an ongoing problem that we haven't found a solution to.
He goes on Monday for another scan of his liver to see if the chemo is having any effect. We do know that his liver function is still good; what we don't know is if the existing lesions have gotten bigger, smaller, or remain unchanged. Please keep praying--not only for test results, but for his everyday wellness and for Mom, too. My grandmother is still in the hospital and Mom is stressed beyond belief.
And of course...pray for Dad, that he can somehow find the strength to go on in the face of Alabama's demoralizing defeat last night. :)
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Holly:
Thank for the update. I know it is rough on everyone. Your Mom was bragging that you guys came over to help with some cleaning. I know that she appreciates that so much. Maybe you guys can pitch in and help as much as you can! Trust me the rewards are great and I know she would do the same for you.
We will continue to pray but glad that the relatives have given Doug some uplifing moments this weekend.
Aunt Loretta
and Joe
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