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Another update from Guy Parker, Sr - and a picture of a visit between Adam and friends Craig Falbaum and Jay Butcher.
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Greetings to all:
Adam seems to have tolerated his first treatment last week without significant side effects to date. He continues to experience significant pain, especially in and under his rib cage on the right side, and it is difficult to manage. Thus his sleep patterns are irregular and he tires easily. Fever comes and goes, and I understand this is attributable to the tumors. he had a c-scan last Friday for the purpose of determining the best avenue of approach when they "drain" his lung(s) next Thursday the 30th. I am told that fluid, like fever, is caused by the tumors. In spite of all this he maintains an upbeat attitude generally, even while the drugs make him groggy, and even while he ponders life's mysteries and issues, and what it all means to and for him personally.
On Tuesday he will have a port installed. Normally this would be done to prevent invasion of the blood vessels repeatedly with the treatments, but I'm told in his case it is primarily to prevent "burning" internally as these very strong chemo-drugs are administered. I am guessing that it would also provide a ready tool in the event drugs for pain are required by IV at home. The next treatment is scheduled for April 10th and every 3 weeks thereafter for an undetermined period of time.
Although arrangements can be made have his children--Marshall and Kennan-- come and visit, he simply doesn't feel "up to it" at this time. Please pray that the pain will subside, the drugs for the pain get tweaked to maximum effectiveness, and he will soon be able to visit with his children . . .which may prove the best therapy of all right now.
Blessings,
Guy Parker, CLU, CLTCProviding long-term care planning . . .for the familyGroup Health Specialists, IncOffice-(601)362-3137 or cell-(601) 940-2017Please visit LTCforFamily.com
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In hoc,
Buddha
posted by Doug Boone at 10:26 AM
3 Comments:
I know it's been a long since I've seen or talk to a lot of you guys, but I have to admit it was on purpose...kidding. I did lose touch with a lot of you guys and am hopeful that we can all renew some old friendships and rally behind Adam during all of this. I had the honor of getting to spend 3 days with Adam and his parents last week and am amazed at their strength and courage. Adam's attitude is incredible given everything he's had to deal with the last few years. I hope to get back to Jackson soon and hope to see some of y'all while I'm there. You can contact me at williamcraig1964@yahoo.com or call me at 713.204.1199 or 214.674.1198. I'm back in Houston after living in working in Dallas the last 3 years. Hope to hear from you soon.
I visited with Adam, Tad and Joyce for awhile last night. Adam is still in pain. The doctor in B'ham that performed his surgery stated that it can take 2 months or so for the pain to cease. Praying that it will end soon!
Adam's C-scan showed that the fluid on his lungs is in pockets therefore the Dr. was not able to perform the thoracentesis. He will continue to take antibiotics and hopefully the infection and fluid will clear up.
His next chemo treatment is scheduled for April 11th in Jackson.
Adam and Tad plan to go to B'ham today. Adam plans to stay throughout the week. Tad will be returning tomorrow and Joyce will go over to make sure all is well.
Adam is looking forward to being home and with his kids. Keep him and his family in your prayers. Pray that they may get some much needed rest.
For you LSU fans I hope all goes well today. I really mean that despite the fact you all beat Oklahoma (my alma mater) in the Sugar Bowl.
Mary Lynn Parker
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