One more time, that's what he keeps saying. I think that is what is helping him get through this one. He had the second to last treatment 5 days ago. I keep repeating that it just gets worse each time, but that's the way it is. Usually he is somewhat recovered by now, but that still hasnt happened. He keeps saying (hoping) maybe tomorrow he will feel better.
We spoke with Dr. Bednar on Wednesday before his treatment. He has hopes that everything is going as planned. Unfortunately, they wont know until he does testing after the last treatment.
Billy has lost weight this time, but not too much that they are concerned. At the last treatment they damaged his vein so they were unable to use his "good spot" this time. Trish did her best to find him another good vein, but it wasnt very pleasant. It took 2 tries on his left arm, then they had to switch after 15 minutes and get another line into the other side. Needless to say, n0t a pleasant way to begin the day.
He is usually able to cope just using Tylenol, but this time the oxycodone has been used a lot. I called him earlier today and didnt even recognize his voice. He cant turn his head because of the pain in his neck. His throat is hurting along with the rest of his body. He isnt really answering the phone much, so dont be offended, it just hurts to talk.
He goes back to the doctor on Wednesday for a check-up and then hopefully next week will be his last treatment... will keep you posted.
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It breaks my heart to hear your struggle. Just one more.... You gotta fight, but you also have to just rest and let your body wage its war to be able to heal you, you know? Don't worry about the pain meds, "better living through chemistry!" Take them so you can get some relief and sleep so your body can get strong to fight the bad cells. My thoughts are with you every day.... I love you, Vicki (from Washington)
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