Two down ---not thinking about how many to go. It was another long day. After Ernie's blood draw we had to wait 4 hours for his chemo (supposedly 2 to 3 is the norm) as his oncology nurse had an emergency in her pod. As they did last week, they started him off with saline to hydrate him followed by benadryl and steriods and then the chemo drugs. They also gave him another bag of saline--and a lecture on drinking more liquids--as his kidney function was on the high side of normal. Although I think I am pretty good at nagging, it is hard for him to consume the 70 ounces a day of non-caffinated fluids he is supposed to have. The dietitian suggested gatorade so we will give that a try.
Ernie's mom came with us to the hospital. She was very impressed with all the personal attention he got including a visit from his Medical Oncologist who assured her "we are taking good care of your son"; his research nurse who reviews his lab results with him every week; his oncology nurse who administers the chemo and the dietician.
After the chemo, just like last week, Ernie was in a great mood, had a wonderful appetite and was very energetic. Even though I know it is the steriods, it is fun to see him back to his old self for a few days. I am expecting him to morph back into Rip Van Winkle on Friday although the Oncology Nurse said his fatigue may not be as severe this week. Here's hoping.
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