Preparing for Treatment: Week Two

Kind of a rough end to the first week of treatment.  Headaches that were barely touched by the turban of ice throughout the day kept Dad a bit down this week.  Steroids were prescribed and started Friday, and thankfully they seem to be helping quite a bit.  While unusual to have this much of a side effect in the first week, it's not unheard of for patients to experience the swelling during the first week.

Not sure if it's the swelling or another factor, but mini-seizures were back on Thursday.  He's still really tired from being in the hospital, as well as from the treatments.  Maintaining calorie intake is key (per the dietician working with Dad - high calorie, high protein diet is a must), so treats like full-fledged hot fudge sundae is no longer challenged in the house.  :)

However, there is good news.  One week of treatment is DONE.  He's having extremely high tolerance to the chemo (thanks to the zofran to knock out any nausea), and is getting quite a bit of rest.  The staff at Legacy West Cancer Center in Omaha has also been phenomenal.  After just a few weeks, it feels as if they're an extension of the family.  VERY nice to be able to work with that kind of environment.

All of the phone calls, cards, emails and stopping by is really helping!  Thanks!