Today was a long day. Jason's doctor didn't come in until 11:30 this morning. He said since major organs were involved, they wanted to get the biochemotherapy treatment started first, and then do radiation to the eye later.
But, because the CT scans showed colitis, inflammation of the colon, he wanted to call in a gastroenterologist. To make sure the colitis was taken care of before they started the biochemotherapy, the gastroenterologist was considering doing a colonoscopy, but would check with her team and get back to us. After consultation with them, tonight they decided not to do it. Because of his disease, there's a greater chance of perforation of the bowel which could delay treatment, so they recommended not going through with it. So while all this was pending, we spent the day playing Uno! (I wonder how much they charged us to do this?)
And we just got word that they're going to start the biochemotherapy treatment tonight. He's been on a liquid diet today in preparation for the colonoscopy, but at least tonight he'll get some real food before they start treatment.
We'll let you know more tomorrow how his first "day" of treatment went.
Marjorie
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Thanks so much for the update Marjorie! We have all been waiting anxiously to hear what has been happening. I'm glad Jason will get some real food before the treatment begins. Take care of yourselves and keep your spirits up this week!
Yeah, Marjorie. Thanks for keeping us informed. Our positive thoughts and prayers are with you all with this second round of treatments. Joe and Kathy.
I 3rd that motion!!! I check my e-mails all day, so glad you had a chance to let us know what Jason and you 2 are going thru! We're all thinking and having positive thoughts here also!!! Let us know if there's anything you guys need! Lov Ya The Woods
The Men's ministry at church are all praying for you Jason. Have faith, be strong.
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