January 21 -Two Nights Stay at MD Anderson

Over the past several weeks I had developed a subacious cycst that became painful and infected. I went in to see the Internal Practitioner at MD Anderson that assist with cancer related side effects. I had not been eating or drinking anything for several days, and became severely dehydrated. Dr. Mary felt that the side effects from chemo were becoming severe and that I needed to checked in for more imaging to see if the cancer was spreading more than expected. The pain had also become severe and out of control. Finally, after several days Dr. Kollas was able to find the right level of medication to control my pain. After nearly 6 weeks I am now able to sleep more comfortably. I still have a lot of pain associated with basic daily tasks and require assistance with basic daily task, but can at least control the pain. We are going to continue on the Topotecan and Avastin for at least a few more weeks in the hopes that we are able to slow down the growth of the tumors, as they do continue to spread. I needs lots of hopes, prayers and blessings.