Well, we are finally here! Austin's 4th and final round of high-dose chemotherapy is underway! After testing positive for c-difficle, once again, there was some hesitation as to whether we should proceed with the chemotherapy right away. Of course, it is best to follow the schedule of Austin's protocol (we don't want those nasty cancer cells to "regroup"), so it was decided to go ahead as planned. Austin is now back on a slew of medications and antibiotics - which is really nothing new at this point. His first day of chemotherapy began on Friday the 13th (AHHHHHHH)! Actually, everything went well despite the hourly vomiting from the aggressive chemo drugs and antibiotics. He threw up a bit more blood than usual, so he was put on a medication to try and reduce the amount of acid in his stomach. Although it is brutal to watch Austin go through this treatment when he is already so weak, I know the end of this HORRIBLE experience is near. Is that light at the end of the tunnel? I think it just might be.
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Round #4 Begins
Well, we are finally here! Austin's 4th and final round of high-dose chemotherapy is underway! After testing positive for c-difficle, once again, there was some hesitation as to whether we should proceed with the chemotherapy right away. Of course, it is best to follow the schedule of Austin's protocol (we don't want those nasty cancer cells to "regroup"), so it was decided to go ahead as planned. Austin is now back on a slew of medications and antibiotics - which is really nothing new at this point. His first day of chemotherapy began on Friday the 13th (AHHHHHHH)! Actually, everything went well despite the hourly vomiting from the aggressive chemo drugs and antibiotics. He threw up a bit more blood than usual, so he was put on a medication to try and reduce the amount of acid in his stomach. Although it is brutal to watch Austin go through this treatment when he is already so weak, I know the end of this HORRIBLE experience is near. Is that light at the end of the tunnel? I think it just might be.
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That is a light you are seeing now. We continue to pray for the both of you that you get through this without too many problems along the way. I look forward to hearing you are both leaving and coming home again because it's all over and Austin is stronger.
Patty and Brad Wood
Your sunny sky is almost here! Hang in there! Thinking about the two of you always...Soon you be home again for good! Love you both, Thank you Lindsay for all you updates with this blog sight...It has been nice to see whats going on and updated on all the ups and downs....soon it will be over. Love Angie OXOXOXOXO
Hey Austin
On third base heading home eh, keeping running. You are so close now! I can't wait to come up there as soon as this round is done. I'll see you in a couple weeks bud.
Love
Uncle Richy
Hey Lindsay and Austin,
It's great that you were able to start the final round on time. Looking forward to seeing you both back in Longlac. This weekend is Summerfest and the Moosecalac committee is putting together a float for the parade. Danika is going to be there as well. We'll be cheering for your fast recovery and hope that you'll be on you way home very very soon. Thinking of you both. Hugs and kisses, Luv Dave and Joanne
Glad to see that you are almost done your treatments. you have endured so much. What a brave little guy. We're looking forward to seeing you in Longlac soon. Hang on for just a little more and have a great recovery.
Elaine, Steve and Christian
Yeah Austin, last round of chemo! Way to go Kiddo! I always tell Sylvain how you are doing so he will be happy that you've started your last round of chemo.
You've done really well. There will definitely be a cause to celebrate when you get home. Personnally, I think you deserve a gold medal.
Take care Austin,
Always thinking about you, praying for you daily,
Love Joce
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