Thursday, September 25, 2008
Update on Dad
Dad saw Dr. Buth this AM--Confirmed the bone lesions are for another source. Prostate is ruled out. More blood tests to R/O Multiple Myeloma. Prostate and multiple myeloma are two common causes of metastatic bone lesions. CT scans of chest and abdomen are being scheduled--should know this AM about dates to look at other organs. Dad is comfortable with medications. Dr. Buth told dad the "no golf, walking, etc.", was a bit of an over kill and suggested dad do what he feels like doing. I advised Dr. Buth (with dad's blessing) that we wanted to pursue aggressive testing to find the source and would be available at any time for any recommended testing. Will keep you all up to date. Keep good thoughts coming your dad's way---it is sinking in and he is quietly overwhelmed by all the news/activity.
Love,
Mom
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thanks mom, even though I'm far away, I'm here for you two. Kat
Update on Dad: Dr. Buth indicated PSA within normal range but is considered an "intermediate value" (normal but possibly increased from last PSA testing). We are in the process of the scheduling a CT w/contrast of the lungs, abdomen/pelvis, referral to urologist and followup appt in 7 to 10 days w/Dr. Buth to review and discuss all findings. Dad is feeling well today. We walked the dogs, he is at the McDonald Mensa meeting as I send this update. Dad's spirit stays positive---so I ask all of you to continue to send good thoughts his way. He is very appreciative of your care and concern for him though he is dad and would probably not be able to verbally express that to you.
Love,
Mom
We are on the move:
**CT abdomen/pelvis/lungs scheduled Tuesday, 09/30/2008 @ 10:30pm.
**Appt w/Dr. Buth scheduled Monday, 10/06/2008 @ 10:15am.
**Appt w/Dr. Steinberger (urologist) Wednesday, 10/15/2008 @ 9:00am.
--Urology appt could be moved up following Dr. Buth appt. May request on 10/06/2008 that Dr. Buth call and visit w/Dr. Steinberger to move things along sooner than 10/15/2008.
Dad is doing well this AM. He remains in good spirits, walked with the doggies and is now having coffee with his homies. He understands he is facing a major illness and says he will fight it. He does have pain throughout the metastatic bone lesions that is relieved with regular doses of pain medication. The waiting for testing, diagnosis, and treatment will wear on all of us. Please continue to keep your positive thoughts coming dad's way.
Love,
Mom
Grandma Julie, tell Papa Sonny I love him and hope he feels better. Oh, I forgot 'please'. I will call to tell him about Kindergarten.
Love, Madelyn
Madelyn,
Papa Sonny loved your message. Good thoughts and wishes make him feel better. Your mom and dad have also been telling me about you going to school. We know you will do well in school. Keep the good wishes coming to Papa Sonny.
Love,
Grandma Julie
Dad went to the races with some friends last night. He really enjoys his friends and they help keep him upbeat. His appetite is not the best---attribute some of that to pain medication---will mention it to Dr. Buth and see if change is in order. Who knows---we may have "Cookies and Cream" for lunch today if it is requested. Have never known him to turn that down. Our weather is beautiful, we walked the 3 amigos this am and he is currently at Mickey D's for "the meeting." He plans to put weed and seed on the yard, hang a huge wind chime (hopefully, in the back field), and settle in at the big screen to watch KC Chiefs whop the Broncos (now that wil be a miracle). Speaking of miracles----let's keep the good thoughts coming your dad's way. He will have a busy time ahead with all the testing and info coming his way.
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