Mom's chemotherapy treatment went well yesterday.
We saw the doctor as well, and he was very happy with Mom's condition. Her blood counts are all good, and more importantly to him, her weight is being maintained. He indicated that weight was the single most prognosticative factor for a cancer doctor. And he was very happy that hers was where it was. And no, I won't mention what it was. I don't think Mom would like that.
The plan now is to do two additional treatments with the Taxotere, which Mom seems to be tolerating better than the previous drug combination. Dr. Aurora wants to do the two more treatments and then do the scans to see where we are.
Mom appeared to be pleased with the news and happy with the results of the doctor's appointment. Her cognitive abilities are about the same as before, but the "loopy-ness" that she experiences as a result of the dexamethasone (steroid) that she takes before, during, and after chemo seems to be a little reduced this time around. Hopefully the dosage adjustment that the doctor made has helped with this.
She's giving the fight all she can and is holding her own.
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Yeah for you, Norma. Keep up the good fight. We are proud of you!!
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks, Mike, for the update.
Blessings,
Nancy
Wonderful news! I've always know that Norma was great at challenges and in time this will just be another victory to look back on.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Susan
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Hi Norma,
ReplyDeleteWanted to wish you a Happy Mother's Day! Hope your day was pleasant.
Blessings,
Nancy
Great news, hope you had a great Mother's Day/
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