Wednesday, June 30, 2010

So, looks like Dad is doing great! His last bone marrow biopsy showed some cancer cells still hanging around, so he got another dose of chemo and will have another on Monday. But, his blood counts are bouncing back really fast! He's had a couple of shots of Neupagen which is helping restore those white cells the chemo obliterated. And, he's no longer neutropenic which is great. No more strict conditions on his food and activities.

He talked to Dr. Martin this week who is the head Leukemia doctor there, and said that he should be able to go home early next week! He will get a week or more at home where he'll be a bit more tired than his normal self, but still able to do pretty much whatever he wants as long as it's not strenuous (this means NO work of any kind). He mentioned to me today that he'll be back to UCSF on the 15th which gives him about 10 days at home before returning for another 3 weeks of treatments.

His weight is hanging around at 217, so no more rapid weight loss which is good, but bums him out, he was hoping for a miracle diet!!

His attitude is greatly improved. He even started calling himself P.L.C.P. or, Poor Little Cancer Patient and Chemo-Sabe. At least he still has a sense of humor! See the attached pictures of his new shirt for proof.

Jen