For friends and family of Dave Page

For friends and family of Dave Page

This blog is to keep family and friends posted on dad's treatments and how he's doing in his battle with pancreatic cancer.



Friday, September 23, 2011

this week...

Tuesday dad had a CT scan. Then Wednesday to the cancer center for blood work. Dr Hassan met with us to discuss his blood work, she's concerned about low calcium and magnesium. Long story short, he got magnesium infusion Thursday along with fluids, and blood work again on Friday to check status. Very thankful they are right on top of this, we don't want dad having a drop on the weekend when the cancer center is closed. Going to the ER is very exhausting and no fun at all!

Doc did not have the CT scan results when we saw her on Tuesday; we see her again next Wednesday to review those and decide on next treatment. Leaning towards a return to his initial treatment since it had very good results and minimal side effects. This last treatment with the 5FU and oxaliplatin was really hard on him, side effects were too hard to handle. Hope we find a better option.

On the positive side, he actually gained another 3lbs and holding!

1 comment:

  1. The treatment needs to be manageable. Glad your on top of it. The weight gain is great!

    Best Wishes Angie & Ray

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