This week we had disappointing news again as Matt's platelet numbers went down even more and we were unable to have the chemotherapy. At home waiting for us is the recommended but very expensive supplements that we will now try to see if we can't get this problem resolved. Otherwise Matt will have to start coming for treatments every 3 weeks instead of every 2 weeks. When your fighting such an aggressive cancer you just want to fight it as fast and furious as you can!
We stayed the night here in Goodyear last night as Matt has an appointment with the gastrointestinal doctor this afternoon. He will schedule Matt's next colonoscopy which we are anxious to have. We want to see if the chemo has significantly shrunk his cancer in the colon. We hope to schedule this as soon as possible.
I will post again tomorrow after we get home and give an update on what the doctor says and when we will have our next colonoscopy! REMEMBER if you are 50 years old or older you NEED to get checked!! Colon cancer is the 3rd leading cancer only behind lung and breast cancer. If caught early it has very high survival rates and can be cured easily.
Over the weekend we had family pictures done. As soon as we get them I will post some of them. In the meantime you can view a few at the photographers web site at: http://davidpalmerphotography.blogspot.com/2011/05/amazing-c.html
Love to you all!
Niki
Don't get too discouraged! All in good time, and it's amazing what the body can combat when needed! Positive thoughts are being sent your way... and we'll fast as a family for Matt on Sunday! The family pictures are priceless! Love them!! Keep your chin up sweet friends!
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