Sara's summary was completely accurate. Maureen will be starting chemo on thursday morning with Taxol, once a week in relatively small doses until Dr. Mehotra sees what she can tolerate. A large dose of IV decadron (strong form of cortisone) is give before the taxol to reduce side effects. OUr appointment with Dr Jondavid Pollack, the Radiation oncologist is at 3:30 this afternoon. He trained at NIH and knows most of Marti's doctors that took care of her in Bethesda. We are very impressed with him, he also is a PhD and has a great personality.
Unfortunately, I can't help being somewhat discouraged by how frail and weak she is now. I hope that this improves as the amount of cancer (tumor burden) shrinks with the treatments.
We also found that she has a very low Vit D level and we are starting a regimen to alleviate that to prevent osteoporosis.
It is very important that people call to discuss everyday stuff, NOT quiz her on her cancer, unless, of course, she brings it up and wants to vent.
Thanks to everyone for their support
Love,
Bob S.
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