Unfortunately Dan now has along with the mouth issue, esophagitis--yet another effect of chemo. Until his cells start engrafting it will probably not get better. They have started him on IV meds since he has hard time swallowing and also a pump for his pain meds. He is very discouraged as this means he doesn't feel up to doing his walking. As I told him that will come in time. We had a lady in room next to us who had a very rough night and also morning.. I don't know her name but keep her in your prayers as well.
I am praying the cells start engrafting soon so his mouth and throat can start healing. I was able to get him to eat some greek yogurt to try and keep up his strength. He was down 4 more pounds this morning. I had lost a few pounds.. but knowing me.. since I am a stress eater.. that may go the opposite.
We love all of you very much and miss you....
Frustrating, when you see a friend needing help, you lend a hand. In this case we can not. Dan and you are in a tough fight, you knew it would be challenging, but maybe not this tough/rough/challenging. Know with out a doubt that many of us love and care and miss you both dearly. If we could "make it better", make the hurt go away, speed up the healing process, ALL of us would. Know in your heart you are loved. In these dark days think of nice evenings on the deck, cool drinks on a sunny beach. That is the future and the pain and suffering of today will be a distant memory.
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