I am late in posting a summary of recent events, but in this case it is good news. The results of the MRI that my wife Anne had on Dec 26- "do not show any evidence of tumor growth" We were very happy with that result. With the approval of Anne's oncologist we headed south to Arizona where we hope to stay until late February. Anne has to be back in Kansas City for the next MRI on Feb 27. She will continue with her Jan and Feb chemo cycle here in AZ. are cycles 4 and 5. Physically she is doing ok with the exception of the chemo week and half of the following week when she begins to recover. There has been much confusion and back and forth with medical personnel regarding her chemo dose. It was finally agreed to be 180 mg per day during the 5 day cycle. Anything more that that and the side affects of weight loss, memory impairment and balance are too severe.
I must say that anyone going thru severe health issues of any kind must have a representative present to assist them during the process. It is necessary in order to convey to medical personnel a proper summary of results. It is also necessary to avoid errors and a sense of balance in dealing with medical personnel. I don't know if those personnel are over worked or what, but we had several incidents that would have led to problems had I not challenged what was being said. I don't see how any patient in these situations can adequately represent themself, especially when they have some impairments to begin with. Sorry for the side rant.
Anne and I actually took a walk yesterday of almost a mile. Today we went to the library and she got some books for reading. We are both extremely grateful for this additional time God has given us. We are thankful for the assistance of family and friends. We are thankful for the prayers. Our prayers go out to all others in similar situations.
Dan

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