Radiation, check!

So life, work, and feeling a little under the weather got in the way of things and I forgot to update the blog but DAD IS DONE WITH RADIATION! His last treatment was this past Monday and in case we're not Facebook friends and you didn't see the video, I'm attempting to post it. He also had an appointment with the radiation oncologist which went well, all the weekly lab results have been looking great!

Dad now has four weeks off chemotherapy and is going to focus on getting some strength back in his left side. The other day his left hand itched so he's slowly getting some feeling back into it. He still uses the cane to get around and the wheelchair for long distances.

He has an appointment with the neurologist November 11th and then an MRI is scheduled for the Monday before Thanksgiving. The following Wednesday he has an appointment with the medical oncologist to get the results of the MRI and then will start another round of chemotherapy sometime after that.

We really appreciate everything everyone has done for us.. The prayers seem to be working, so keep them up!!!!

Almost Done with Radiation!

Dad had his weekly appointment with the radiation oncologist today and they cut back his steroids again so now he is only taking them once a day. Since radiation has started, he's usually lost one or two pounds from week to week and this week he maintained his weight. The doctor also thinks that the leg is getting stronger and seemed impressed with the work Dad has done so far.

His last day of radiation is Monday, the 26th, so just five more trips down to Barnes and then the daily trips will be over! He will also have an MRI sometime within 4-6 weeks after his last radiation treatment.

Last week after one of Dad's treatments, we decided to make a stop at the STL Zoo and walk around. The animals weren't super active but it was a gorgeous day! We packed a lunch and ate by the lake and I was able to get my exercise in by pushing Dad around!

Minor Progress

I haven't posted any updates in a while, mainly because there hasn't been anything to post. Dad only has ten more radiation treatments to complete-- last day is October 26th!

They have decreased his steroids and now he's only taking half of what he was previously taking. He is slowly getting control over his left arm, he can raise it above his head and the feeling is slowly coming back in his hand. Mom said they were outside earlier today and he was able to feel a bug land on his hand. They took the support brace off his ankle two days ago and has been doing great walking since then. They met with the radiation doctor today and everything is looking good, including blood work.

Dad was able to be at his best friend's wedding over the weekend, he was the best man and gave a great speech!