a very good day for Dad.
We started the day trying to get into the meds regimen, he ate a great breakfast (cereal and toast/peanut butter with some coffee), we then went to the Radiologist at the Peninsula Cancer Center. We met with the Nurses and Dad was put through another CT scan. This one is part of what they call a "simulation" where they basically take the data to create the treatment plan/model.
We left there and came home where Dad had a great lunch (meat loaf sandwich). Throughout the day he also had two ensures...I say all this not becuase I want to share his daily meals but becuase it's an indication that his appetite has returned. :-) This is important becuase if we go into the Chemo he'll need all the strength he has. So things are looking up there.
We returned to Radiation Therapy at 2pm and it took about 45 minutes for them to complete the "simulation" which consisted of taking another "quick" CT scan and then a series of very specific XRays to compare with the earlier CT scan that had been marked by all the appropriate PhD's to ensure Dad is getting the right treatment. Once the comparisons were done the radiation therapy was given to all the areas of his spine. It's amazing how accurate they are now a'days less then 1mm of accuracy...which is awesome! Certainly made me feel good as I watched "mission control" launch Dad into radiation therapy.
The care at the center is fantastic...they really make us feel welcomed, they show a ton of compassion, and encourage any family and friends who want to know more to come by and ask questions...really felt good there.
Side effects of radation include nasuea and fatigue. Dad should start to feel pain relief very soon. But of course, this depends. (I hate that answer but I've come to accept it)
In Christ
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