Day 8-11

Dan is doing pretty well all things considered. The doctors are very pleased with his progress. His infections are responding to the antibiotic treatments. He is dealing with unpleasant but expected side effects of radiation and chemo. He still has very painful sores in his throat which make it challenging to swallow. However this has not prevented him from enjoying home cooked meals, chipotle and punch pizza. He continues to receive visits from many good friends and family members. He is able to work. He is doing some physical therapy to avoid losing strength and endurance. He has turned down massage therapy cause who needs to relax when you have a wife like me, so calm and composed. The doctors told us to prepare for a possible discharge from the hospital by next weekend. We did not expect this but of course it would be great! When his blood counts start rising they will rise sharply. For now he’s still neutropenic and needing platelet transfusions occasionally. Thanks for the continued prayers.