No word
No final results from the ultrasound yet. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. Our oncologist wants to review “post-operative changes” with the surgeon. Of course, this kind of vague waiting makes me nervous, but if I step back and think of it from an objective perspective, I know that what remains of Austin’s kidney does not look normal and never has. It surely looks even less normal after December’s surgery, so I think the doctors are just being cautious and are consulting with each other before making any final proclamation.
So, we’ll just let that be for now — not like we have any say in the matter.
In other news, his platelets have risen significantly, almost to the minimum level required to start chemo. We assume that they’ll continue their ascent and are planning to check in to the hospital Thursday morning to stay through Tuesday for the next round. When next week’s over, he’ll have completed three of his six rounds of chemo (assuming–and hoping!–that we stop after 18 weeks and not the full 30), so that feels good.
And in the meantime, Austin will go to school tomorrow and Wednesday, and have two spectacular days in a row. Lucky boy.
Waiting is the worst!!! I just had this conversation with another former patient’s family. Do people not fully understand what goes on in a mothers head while waiting? I agree that they should all drop what they are doing and consult immediately so you have an answer right away! Sending you wishes for the shortest wait possible!
Ann
This waiting is ridiculous! I’m praying for good news! Barbara