Christmas Chemo

So, the last chemo on 12/10 was the first one with the reintroduction of the Oxaliplatin in Lou's chemo regiment to try to fight the growing liver tumors. Unfortunately, Lou was VERY ill for 3 days or so after the chemo - with fever, pain in the liver region, and overall malaise. It was a really difficult return to the drug! He's just now starting to feel a little better and of course, it's time to go again tomorrow morning fo another round of chemo! I was able to read additional information about adding more vitamins to try to lessen some of the negative side effects - so.....he's going to try taking some higher doses of these vitamins for the next 2 or 3 days to see if it will help some of the problems! Supposedly other patients and CAM programs have tried these vitamins with some success - so, prayerfully and hopefully - they'll also help Lou!

Feeling ill has also taken a toll on Lou's outlook! He's been struggling since the last chemo with what I would consider to be a real depression. We will see his chemo Dr. in the morning before his chemo infusion, so, I'm hoping that MAYBE Lou would consider and the Dr. will possibly prescribe an anti-depressant. Also am praying to find a way for Lou to have some other outlets for interaction with other patients or other people! With his immune system so depressed, it's not good for him to be out in crowds - so, we limit his exposure to smaller enviroments and places! But, even when we're at the Dr.'s office - he seeks out and starts conversations with people there! For those of you who've known Lou for any length of time - it's a new side of him - Mr. Outgoing! But, I think he really needs this outlet - he enjoys having company and seeing people - but....he can't go out much - so....it's difficult! For any of you living nearby or visiting Dallas, hope you'll consider coming by to see him!

In the meantime, we appreciate the continued love, support, and prayers from so many of you!!! We both wish all of you Love, Blessings, and Happiness during this Blessed Season!

Merry Christmas!
Love,
Deb and Lou