Chemo Embo Treatment #1 Completed

Deb’s chemoembolization was completed successfully with no complications by Dr. Levy @ Northside Tuesday around 1230pm. Deb was very strong during and after the treatment with most noticeable post side effect was additional pain. We were warned ahead of time about the pain since the treatment reduces blood flow to the liver tumor via synthetic particle beads inserted into the arteries leading to the liver. Worked with the doctor and RN specialist this time before the treatment to try lower grade pain medicine Oxycodone and morphine as needed if pain is unbearable. The results in recovery room were much better in that Deb did not experience all the extra side effects of taking just morphine. As a result, she was discharged early afternoon today.

Thank you Connie for spending weekend with us, getting Deb ready for the treatment, and teaching me about the pain medicine spectrum which made all the difference working with the doctors.

Overall, Deb really did well with this treatment and I am so proud of how strong she continues to be thru this journey. It is never comforting to have a poison in your body but it has been very comforting today to know that the chemo poison is at work attacking the liver tumor as we speak. Deb is resting well tonight and pain level has been controllable with Oxycodone pain med with 3 hour morphine med as a standby if necessary for immediate relief. We have been able to stay ahead of most side effects with all of her medicines and keep her awareness level high.

For a second time, Northside doctors/staff have taken great care of Deb during her first treatment/recovery and just want to say a heartfelt thank you to all!

Special thank you to Barb for staying with Deb and I know she will enjoy spending time with her good friend.

Sleep peacefully and pain free tonight in your nest Deb. I love you...

KTS and love to all,
Rod

Thank you Tori and we love your beautiful picture :)

Stay strong Mom. Know that we love you and are sending strength to you for your planned surgery.

Baby you're everything I've ever dreamed of….
Chicago