Today was the second (of 34) radiation treatments.
Last week, the radiation oncology department fit a special pillow and, for lack of a better description, a face cage to keep him place for the radiation treatments. He also has a mouthpiece to wear that will sense if he moves.
The radiation treatment lasts about 10 minutes.
During the 7 weeks of radiation, Conan will also take Temodar. It is an oral pill, taken once per day and has a lower incidence of side effects than the many other types of chemotherapy.
He is also taking some steroids. (Corticosteroids are not the same as "anabolic steroids" used by body builders -- so no, he won't join the major leagues to hit the long ball!) So far, it seems to be the side effects of the steroid that are causing the most discomfort.
Please continue to pray for Conan & Gretta. Pray for healing and eradication of the tumor. Pray for their physical and mental strength as they engage in this battle. Also pray that they will feel God's love wrapped around them.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment