CT Scan

Dan received his CT scan on Monday.  Per discussion with doctor, was inconclusive as to whether the cancer is shrinking or growing.  He will need to get another scan May 18th.

All of his blood work has been looking real good.  The doctor suggested he start the chemo of F5U again but this time at 50% dosage.  Dan is hesitant as this is the chemo that caused him great pain with his heart.  But it may be are only option in shrinking the cancer.

He experienced pain again about 30 hours after his long (4hour) chemo.  He seems to get the pain during these weeks but not the short (1.5hr) chemo days.  On days he has pain, he doesn't eat and just sleeps due to to the pain meds he needs to take.

He is maintaining his weight so that is good and his appetite is still good too.

Like any cancer patient, Dan has good and bad days.

Nothing else to report.  Sorry it took so long to write.  Been so busy.

Meanwhile, he has his buddy, Cody, keeping him company. 💓






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  1. AnonymousApril 6, 2023 at 11:57 AM

    Praying that the heart doctor can adjust the meds for the higher dose chemo. 🙏💞 love you both. Sister Lor

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