Hi Everyone,
My dad has finished his chemotherapy! He received a dose Saturday and a dose yesterday. It went well-his dosage of diuretics was quadrupled with the anticipation that he would retain water as in previous rounds. So far, he has mentioned some swelling in his ankles but not enough to affect his breathing. We are all very pleased that he is through that portion of the treatment.
Instead of having a day of rest, the treatment team decided to give him his first dose of stem cells today. The procedure takes about an hour and he was placed in what is called a "twilight" or barely conscious state for this. Although nausea can be a potential side affect of this procedure so far, my dad is feeling well and not having any troublesome symptoms. He will probably recieve at least 2 more rounds of stem cells and then the treatment team will assess how he is doing.
I will keep everyone posted on his upcoming stem cell transplants and subsuquent recovery.
Thanks,
Michelle
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