Treatment Update: Week 3 of 5

Hi everyone,
I thought I would provide a quick update on Dad's treatment. I guess we shouldn't be surprised but Dad is still pushing along through his treatment without ANY side effects! Even his local team of physicians is surprised at how well he's doing. We suggested he might be a good candidate for a case study!

We're very happy this is the case and proud of how he's handling the whole thing. He's got his routine down and still drives himself to and from The Center every morning. Mom goes with him on Mondays since he's there longer, from about 8:30 am to 1:30 pm, and he sees Dr. Xiong during that time too. He's also been in touch with Dr. Pisters at MD Anderson in Houston to get on his schedule for surgery, possibly in early March.

His weight and blood pressure have re-stabilized and he seems healthier than before he went into the hospital in late October 2008. They continue to watch his hemoglobin or iron levels since he's borderline anemic. But he was that way well before his hospitalization and diagnosis so they aren't terribly concerned. More spinach, broccoli or even liver and onions for Dad! :-)

Anyways, that's all for now. Thanks again for your continued support!