21 Oct 2009

Lynne is undergoing her second round of chemotherapy today. Her white count was at the low end of the normal range so tommorrow she is scheduled for a Neulasta shot to boost the white counte. She is more tired than normal but still doing fairly well under the circumstances. Her mobility and stability are compromised since discontinuing the steroid but we hope physical therapy will help that condition. We will cover this during her next neurologist appointment as well to seek additional options.

Regards,
Darryl Pendergrass
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6 Oct 2009

Lynne is working through the physical therapy and building her strength. She met with the oncologist and starts a chemotherapy regimen of Avastin and Irinotecan tomorrow. She will receive the treatments every two weeks until the next MRI scan to determine the effect on the tumor. The Avastin works by inhibiting the cancer cells’ ability to create or maintain vessels for their blood supply needed for continued growth. Avastin was FDA approved in May 2009 and according to some reports shows promise for recurrent Glioblastoma Muliforme brain tumors.

We appreciate your continued thoughts and prayers on our behalf. You can expect the frequency of blog posts to slow when things are somewhat stable.

Regards,

Darryl

22 Sep 2009

Lynne is home once again. She has numerous medical appointments over the next few weeks but doing well overall. Thanks again for the prayers and well wishes.

Regards,
Darryl Pendergrass
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21 Sep 2009

Lynne is feeling better today and mobility is much improved over yesterday. Her EEG was normal. Good chance of going home tomorrow. While a definitive diagnosis is still outstanding, the seizures may have resulted from a combination of edema and a low level of seizure medication. Having witnessed the effects of edema in the past, I believe this to be the most plausible explanation.

Regards,
Darryl Pendergrass
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20 Sep 2009

Lynne is resting comfortably. She underwent a brain scan this morning with results expected later today. The right side motor deficit is markedly worse today compared to yesterday before the bout of seizures. She is still in good spirits. Your continued prayers are appreciated.

Regards,
Darryl Pendergrass
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19 Sep 2009

Lynne was transported to the ER this afternoon with stroke-like symptoms but may have been a severe bout of seizures. She is admitted for monitoring. No definitive diagnosis at this time.

Regards,
Darryl Pendergrass
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12 Sep 2009

Lynne will be on her way home shortly pending the completion of the paperwork. She seems to be feeling well but rests often as expected. She continues to display an inner strength that inspires those caring for her. She is looking forward to her out-patient physical therapy to rebuild her strength.

Regards,
Darryl Pendergrass
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