So Far So Good...

I have waited to update everyone on how Marc's treatment went this week. We wanted to see how he did after he was disconnected from the pump. Typically disconnect day and the day following are the worst.

We are happy to report that this round went great! The experience at OHSU continues to be positive and (almost) pleasant. This new chemo drug seems to be a little easier on his body, too. He didn't have any of the side effects they predicted and the nausea and fatigue have been minimal. We are really grateful for the arsenal of anti-nausea drugs they sent home with him. Some are scheduled doses, but others are to be taken "as needed." He has been able to stay ahead of the queasy stomach for the most part. Hooray! In addition he has been able to sleep -- something that can be difficult with the steroids he has to take. So, all in all it was a tolerable experience. He is pain free, eating, and rested. We hope that they all go like this :)

We would appreciate continued prayer regarding the chemo regimen. We really need this tumor to shrink. The last medication was somewhat effective in that the tumor didn't grow, but we would like to gain on it and actually have it shrink. Surgery is an option ONLY if the tumor gets smaller. Marc has always wanted surgery, but to achieve that the cancer has to shrink. He will have a CT scan in another three treatments to see where we stand.

His CT scan from a couple of weeks ago shows that the cancer is still limited to his omental lining. His organs continue to look great and it hasn't spread. They still can't find the original source of his tumor. After 6 CT scans in six months, they have yet to determine where it came from. This is very rare. We pray that this continues to be the case. His doctors continue to be baffled by this. Knowing how odd this is, we are grateful to be at a university hospital that is interested in figuring it out!

As always, we are so grateful for all of your prayers and support. You have all been so kind in inquiring how we are doing. That is a huge comfort to us. Thanks for remembering us and lifting us up!

With love and gratitude....