Fingers Crossed...

Another super long and draining day yesterday... I say for me too, lol, but really it was Todd who had a long day. :)

He was to only do blood work at Dr. Avery's office however we knew going into the appointment that they wanted to keep him for fluids. I met him there... Yes, he drove, and listened as the NP and nurses worked on the plan and discussed whats 'next.' Obviously the biggest concern was the diarrhea.

The wonderful Nurse Practitioner, Tiffany, always makes us feel so comfortable and loved. She jokes with Todd and his personality shines when he is at the office. They made a few jokes and then it was all business. I wasn't able to get the diarrhea injection medicine since it is only available via mail order and even that with overnight shipping will take up to 5 business days. Anywho, Tiffany worked on trying to find a rep in the area that had the injections however all were out of state at a conference.. Boo...

They scratched the injections and now they are focusing on the gastric antibiotic and the prescription Metamucil type of drink. They gave him 2 bags of fluids and something else, maybe potassium and 4 hours later, he was gone. They informed him that he will need to be admitted to the hospital on Tuesday if the diarrhea is not under control. 24 hours later, he's still had diarrhea however it has not been as frequent so fingers are crossed!!!

Today was infusion day and they scratched the chemo, CPT11 since its main side effect is diarrhea. He only had Avastin.... Due to inclement weather (really??) we closed today at 1. When I got home, he seemed pitiful and at this moment, he still does. I left him alone upstairs and every now and then I noticed he was sound asleep. We have a few 'must do's' over the weekend so I will get them done and find times for a nap!

Continued prayers for progress... Thanks all!

The Clan