Tom's blood counts are holding well, only one more day and he can be done the GCSF injections again (until after the next round of chemo).
He has had some pain in his neck and back that made it necessary to admit him on Tuesday, so they could tinker with his meds and monitor how he did, but all seems to be straightened out now. The doc had tried to book him in for further MRI scans of the additional affected areas (since last time all that was scanned was the hips/legs), but Regina only has one machine online right now. They are really backed up while they are swapping out their oldest machine for a new one.
We were concerned we'd have a lengthy wait for this MRI, but then we got a call today from Calgary about the full body PET scan that we've been waiting for: they can fit Tom in next Thursday (Feb 18).
Instead of waiting for an MRI appointment here, we will go to Calgary for that full body scan, and push back Chemo 11 by a few days. The PET scan can tell us the same things the MRI could - and then some - so we think this is a good plan. Early next week we can go to Calgary, and head straight back on Thursday night. We need to be back for Friday to check counts and admit him for Chemo 11, as long as everything is still on track.
He's feeling better tonight (Wednesday night) and is down at the school - what a difference a day makes! Luther College students and staff run an invitational senior boys BBall tourney each year, simply known as L.I.T. (click on the coloured letters to link). The finals are all broadcast on local cable and on the internet. The students are in tonight doing a marathon of painting and preparation (a.k.a. Blitz Night) and the other schools arrive tomorrow. It's a lot of work, a lot of fun, and we're really happy he's feeling well again and able to join in.
The big opening game starring the home team will be tomorrow night - it's always standing room only, it's an atmosphere like none other! We'll get some pics over the next few days and put them up as time permits.
Take care!
Thomas' Mom
P.S. We are also on a countdown until Mike's head is shaved as a fundraiser for Haiti - if you'd like to contribute to the cause, let us know!
