Mom went into the hospital with Dad today to have her blood drawn and meet with Dr. Aboo. Her counts look good so chemo is a go for tomorrow and for that we are thankful. They will be dropping her Paclitaxel and Carboplatin dosages (chemo drugs) by 10% to reduce the amount of residue left in her system. Apparently, it can have a tendency to build up and they want to avoid that.
They are also looking into an injection that will help Mom maintain a higher red blood cell count and, in turn, give her more energy. It is currently not covered by their insurance so the CCAC is looking into a way she will be able to receive it at an affordable price.
Finally, Dr. Aboo gave Mom instructions that if fluid builds up again in her lungs she must instruct the ER staff to call him directly so he can give immediate orders for her care.
:) Keeping Our Eyes on The Healer!
Christine, if CCAC has no answer, Trillium Foundation might be able to help. It is online and is from the Provincial Gov. Shirley B.
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