Ralph was unable to receive chemo on Monday because his white blood cell count was low. Apparently, this is not uncommon. To boost the level, he was given a shot on Monday and Tuesday in preparation for chemo on Thursday. Hopefully, all conditions will be optimal, and he'll begin Round #1. He did, however, receive a 2 hour IV treatment to strengthen his bones.
Monday was also 14 days after his last radiation. Supposedly, the full effect of radiation is not seen until day 14 or 15 afterwards. We have noticed better movement and usage of his right arm! Maybe the bone strengthening and radiation, combined, helped.
He is achy from the bone treatment and injections to boost his white blood count but is still managing to go into the office for a few hours or travels to do an appraisal. He cannot drive because of the pain medications, but his brother is retired and willingly chauffeurs! Hopefully, he will be off pain meds soon and will be independent, once again.
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