GOING FORWARD

It's been a pretty frustrating week for both Dave and I. He hasn't had an appetite, and I'm feeling helpless! Monday morning we made a quick trip in to see Dr. Boehme because of our concerns. Our concerns were heightened when Dave stepped on the scales, and had lost over #15 lbs. Of course, that was a concern with Dr. Boehme also. Dave's lab came back looking better than expected and his physical exam didn't reveal anything new. The big thing was for him to eat. We came home with that one goal in mind. Of course, it just didn't seem to happen. I then remembered the Megace - a prescription that we had from Seattle Cancer Care Alliance when Dave had trouble eating. Since it hadn't expired we thought we would give it a try. Two hours after his first dose Dave was hungry! His appetite isn't quite up to par yet, but he's making great strides. Every day after work (yes, he is still working) I fix him a chocolate shake with cream (he doesn't know that, so don't tell him). Then around 6-7 he has his dinner, which he is getting his meat (protein) and veggies. I'm feeling a little better, but just want to fatten him up! I guess it is just comforting to know that I can be of some help. I only wish I could do more.