When we saw the Medical Oncologist yesterday, she asked us to consider staying in Baltimore for an extra week in case Ernie needs help with pain management. In her experience with the clinical trial, the first week after treatments are completed is typically the most difficult. So today we extended our lease until November 19. Given all of the surprises we've had in the last 7 days, it seems prudent. We are disappointed but we will still be home for Thanksgiving and will feel more secure being close to the doctors.
The pain is wearing Ernie out. The mysterious fever has disappeared so we are gradually adding back the Oxycontin but not fast enough to eliminate the pain completely. Only 4 more radiation treatments and one more chemo--the fact that we can count these on one hand propels us on.
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