MEDICATION PROBLEMS

It has been a tough week for Dave. He had been put on Dilaudid for pain control, and that really took the wind out of his sails. Not only was he totally confused, but his appetite plummeted and he became very weak. After going off that medication, he was put on Lortab which didn't due too much to help the pain until he doubled the dose (with an okay from the doctor). That seemed to help a lot. The pain has gotten much better and he didn't have to take any pain medication today at all, until this evening before he went to bed. He felt better today and actually looked better with a little more energy. He did gain a few lbs. (after losing again), so that was encouraging too. With the pain better and his energy level improving, we are looking forward to some great days ahead. His next PET/CT will be the middle of July - so let's pray extra-hard that this last round of radiation took care of the mass that has been so stubborn. Tomorrow we plan to attend the "Relay for Life" which will be at the high school track. Thanks everyone for your support through all of this. It has made such a difference in our journey!