Changes Can Be Difficult

Yesterday, mom had chemo.  Also, while at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, my dad saw his oncologist for a quick visit.  His oncologist didn't like the way he looked or the things he said.  They did a scan to see if there was a blockage in his liver.  If so, that would mean a surgery to create an opening for the fluid to drain out.  Unfortunately, there wasn't a blockage.  Dad's discomfort and poor liver function test were due to his cancer progressing.  So, no surgery.  Instead, dad will begin to manage his pain better with more medicine and lots of hugs.  In addition, SCCA has set my dad up with a hospice nurse.

Hopefully a nurse will be able to track his symptoms and determine when he needs more medical attention.  Overall, people who utilize a hospice nurse tend to have a better quality of life so that is what we are hoping for as well.  Today, dad didn't get out of bed.  He was tired and was experiencing some discomfort in his stomach.  Mom was wiped out because it was the day after chemo so she spent the majority of the day resting as well.  She did have a few visitors though, and they seemed to cheer her up.  Who knows what tomorrow will bring?

Each new day will bring us new obstacles, but we are up for the challenge.

Tired but hopeful-

Amy