The last month has had it's ups and downs, but the latest MRI results are positive. The tumor has reduced in size and the amount of swelling in Bill's brain has gone down enough so that his midline is no longer off-center. This has resulted in clearing thinking, less aphasia and confusion. We're still working on getting stronger -- both the temodar and avastin cause fatigue and the steroids have reduced muscle mass by about 85%. Bill's workout is a walk from the bed to the recliner to the bathroom and back again. Stairs give him a lot of trouble -- but with the the positive MRI results he is inclined to work harder. Hopefully he'll decide to embrace physical therapy in the next week or so and that improved strength will make it a little easier to get out of the house.
Learn more about avastin here: Avastin
We were able to get to Connecticut for Thanksgiving where Heather (who is now living in Massachusetts) and Cooper (NYC) joined us at Justin and Larissa's along with Larissa's parents. A grueling trip but Kaylee's smiles and Thanksgiving with family made it worthwhile.
Our most recent motto: Carpe Diem.
We need your positive energy and well wishes now more than ever. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers.
Love to all.
Billy and Darlene
