New Treatment Started

This evening, Kevin received the course of Avastin, the chemotherapy drug he received as a one-time deal in January. It looks like he will receive a course of Avastin every two weeks. While we’re thrilled that Kevin still has some options for fighting, we’re increasingly concerned about the side effects. Of course, one of the main side effects of Avastin is bleeding. We’re especially concerned about this, since Kevin had a huge setback in February due to bleeding in or around his tumor. We think radiation, rather than Avastin, caused that February bleeding, but regardless, now that we’ve seen the havoc wreaked by bleeding in the brain stem, we’re definitely on edge. However, if this is the best chance Kevin’s got, he’s going to give it a shot.

Kevin managed to get up into a wheelchair today for a couple hours, which is good exercise for his entire system. He went outside for a few minutes before the wind picked up, at which point they brought him back inside to try to lessen his exposure to all the pollen the wind kicks up this time of year. He’s still able to eat, which is wonderful because eating is one of his major joys in life!

Thanks to all you readers for your love, thoughts and prayers. These setbacks don’t get any easier the more times we go through them, and it’s been incredibly helpful for all of us to be supported by your strength. Thank you!