We saw Dr. Whisenant last Friday and talked in detail about the HIPEC denial. Do you know that we have fought for approval for 6 months? Dr. Whisenant feels really bad that we've had such trouble with the insurance company. He also told us about a couple of recent HIPEC surgeries that didn't go well. I keep thinking, maybe our prayers WERE answered? Maybe Blake just wasn't supposed to get the surgery. Who knows....
Even though he was given the option to stop, Blake has decided to stay on chemo for now. Dr. Whisenant feels the cancer has responded well to the chemo but, if stopped, it will only be a matter of time until he'll need to start again. How long? No clue, but when he took a break last year he was symptom free for a little while which was a nice break for him. The plan is to manage this beast around Blakes quality of life so he'll stay on chemo for now and take a break starting in May, or so. AND, maybe have a little fun this summer?? I know it will be much different then we had planned! I can't wait!
Blake had another chemo treatment today. I sure hope the next couple days are better then they were last time!
Take care everyone. Love, Kathy
I think your prayers were answered. Thank the Lord for that! Enjoy each and every day to it's fullest and have fun, fun, fun! Life is short for us all, that is why we need to remember how important each and every day is. Give my love and admiration to Blake and the same to you my dear strong sister. Love always, Terri
ReplyDeleteI truly think this is a great move. Keep up the fight Blake!!!! More little girl's need you everyday.
ReplyDeleteWe love ya
R&L