Jon was admitted to the hospital at 9am and spent most of the day preparing for neoadjuvant chemotherapy (chemotherapy used in patients with localized cancer in order to decrease the tumor prior to treatment by other modalities): cardio exam, pic line, IV, advanced directive paperwork....At 4:30, the meds were finally rolling. He is receiving Doxorubicin and Ifosfamide. Doxorubicin is given in a slow drip for 72 hours; and the Ifosfamide is given four hours a day for four days. His oncologist, Dr. P, has prescribed the maximum dosage allowed. Not only is chemo attacking the tumor, it is hunting for tumor "spies" throughout Jon's body.
If interested in learning more about chemotherapy, the website www.chemocare.com is great. Jon is in good spirits--his pulse was lower today than any doctor visit over the last month. He is at peace with treatment and ready to fight with everything he has...His blood count will be lowest in 7-10 days...this is called "nadir"...From that low point, Jon's body will begin to rebuild/recover until Round 2 begins on November 19th.
Thanks for the update. We are here for you guys for whatever you need. Jon is a fighter!
ReplyDeleteJon and Sarah Lynn! just learned about all this. read all the blog posts. My prayers are in overdrive. Thy Will BE Done....the Lord created Jon perfectly for HIS purpose. The Lord will hold your family in HIS precious care. You are amazing, wonderful and obedient souls for the Lord. I love you, Meredith
ReplyDeleteYou are amazing Sarah - all the details in the blog. Stay strong. Jon is so lucky to have you in his corner. Feeling pretty helpless here in Michigan - Wish we could do more than send love, support and prayers!
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping this blog. I'm checking it daily.
ReplyDeleteDear Jon & Sarah - ah this language is all too familiar... Know that I have a sense of this for your family... Know without doubt that you are in my prayers. Trust that sense of peace in your decisions as you pray and discern each step. Perhaps keep a journal (besides this blog) of your process and discernment, especially since there is no one 'right' approach. It may come in handy later. You are in my thoughts Jon...
ReplyDeleteLove & Prayers,
Valerie
We're praying for you, Sarah and John! Thanks for the great blog! So sorry I can't babysit, now living in Pennsylvania - but you're on our minds and in our hearts!
ReplyDeleteTotally, utterly and completely standing with you! How about I come by and walk around the block with you. Or maybe how about I bring over some Middle Eastern food for you? Or whatever you need...
ReplyDeleteBig hugs to you! xox
Big hugs and big prayers!
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