Arrived in IPOP at 8:00 a.m. Nurse Mike took his vitals and blood work. Dr. Gladstone (physician on call) checked his breathing, checked for swelling asked the basic questions how he was feeling?
The Melphalan had to be prepared (they don’t just keep it on hand – it’s made up as needed) so we had to wait for that. They did want blood work results as well in case he needed anything else. They did give him Zofran – the anti-nausea medication – before getting the Melphalan. If he needs more anti-nausea medication we have a prescription we had from previous visits.
9:15 – still waiting for Melphalan but did go to get coffee and bagel for Don. So far his appetite is good but I’m sure that will change.
9:35 – Melphalan arrived – he had the 20 minute infusion – we were done by 9:55 and by 10:10 am on our way back to apartment.
Don ate cereal when we got back – what a piggy *haha* - I mean by 10:20 he had had a pop tart, ¾’s of a bagel w/cream cheese and cereal!! But happy to see that!!
One of the new things he has to do is gargle every three hours with a solution of baking soda, salt and water. This is to prevent mouth sores which we are so hoping he doesn’t get. We understand from reading and Kristi’s research that they can be quite painful.
He is resting right now – says he does feel tired. Kristi and Charlie are coming for a visit!! JJ
Had a nice visit from Kristi and Charlie J - we took them to activity room and played fooze (spelling) ball. That was a alot of fun!!
They left around 6ish – fixed Don dinner and he’s watching football. He has eaten really good today and I’m thrilled. So far no bad side effects from the chemo treatment today but I’m thinking it won’t be the same tomorrow – we’ll see. But I sure hope it’s like today!!
Not sure when the stem cell transplant will be – I’m sure they will let us know tomorrow when we go back.
Of course as soon as we know – I will let everyone else know.
Back to IPOP 10/11 for 2nd round of Melphalan - 8:00 a.m.
Until tomorrow……
Love you all!
Don & Muffin
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