A Compromise of Sorts

We met with the doctor this morning and we have a new plan.  After a great deal of thought and reflection this month, and after a lengthy discussion with the doctor, we have come up with a treatment that we think will meet Marc's needs. 

Marc has waffled between doing no treatment and doing another brutal round of chemotherapy.   While chemo will likely stabilize the cancer, it takes a terrible toll on the body.  Doing nothing leaves the tumor unchecked, but would have none of the ugly side effects related to the chemo.  A tough call.  Marc's system has not recovered from his last chemo regimen.  His fear was that by starting another round that he would never regain his strength or health.

Today we decided that he will take an oral form of the chemotherapy and eliminate one of the components.  This seemed like a reasonable compromise for the time being.  By going this route we will hopefully keep the tumor in check and allow his body to recover a bit.  He needs to gain some weight and strength back.  We will stretch this treatment out as long was we can before going back on the traditional treatment in clinic.

We would appreciate your prayers in the coming weeks.  We truly hope this modified treatment plan will give him some relief and not be too tough on his system.  Of course, we would love it if the tumor would decide to respond and shrink, too! 

Thanks for all of your support and prayers!
With love and gratitude....