We met with the surgeon yesterday and reviewed the information from the trip to MUSC. I will have the drainage catheter relocated under CT guidance on the 12th. Then we wait and see.
Today is the first day after Chemo and my tummy is realy messed up. Likewise, my taste buds are limited to a narrow band of flavors. Jack Ballentine, a member of Hope Lutheran Church, will be by today to keep me company. He and Linda, his wife, have volunteered to do this during my worst days at home. I think I'll send him out to pick me up some ice cream and a Big Mac for lunch.
Dr. Hawes had prescribed an enzyme that will help breakdown the fats that my pancreas would normally take care of. I have had tummy trouble related to the amount of fats left in my stool and I am hoping that this new medicine will relieve this. I also hope that I get the nutrional benefits and possible weight gain from this, too. I now weigh 160lbs. While David was in town everyone commented how much we look alike, and with my now gaunt appearance I agree.
I stopped by the Cath Lab yesterday for a brief visit and to thank everyone for the amazing Christmas gifts given to us. They even came by on Christmas Eve and assembled those gifts that needed assembly. Lydia and Austin were in hog's heaven Christmas morning! Thank you so much!
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Mack,
Just found out about your blog from Sharon H. Glad to have a way to keep up with how you're doing. Your tracer team coordinator misses having you around! Thought you'd like to know we finally decided to go for it and will have our second little boy the end of March/first of April. You and your family are in my prayers daily.
Good morning, Mack. I have been keeping up with your progress through Mary T in the Cath Lab at PHB. Today she told me about your blog. Like everyone elso who knows and loves you, I wanted you to know that you and your family are in my daily prayers. If ever I can be of service to you, please call on me. RC
Hi Mack-a-roni,
I hope you are having a good day. It amazes me that you are going through so much and continue to have such a great attitude. Your faith really shines!! You are an inspiration to us all.
Jamie
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