We met with a most amazing oncologist today. He was very caring, listened and was also very upfront and did not beat around the bush. Mom is not a candidate for having her kidney removed, nor does he feel she is up to having a biopsy, as she would have additional complications due to other health issues, she has.
So, he suggests the oral chemo. This consists of three pills a day for 4 week, off for 2 weeks and then another round of 4 weeks. This can be done in the comfort of our home, so no IV's or hospital stays, which in itself is a blessing. The down side, it may not work! But considering the alternatives, seems the most appropriate move at this point.
I took the prescription to the pharmacy, came back to 'pick it up' and found that the cost of this medication treatment is $22,000 per month. Yes $22,000-that was not a type-O, so if anyone has any spare change......ha ha I am pretty sure the reaction on my face was priceless. I had to pick my jaw up off the floor with a forklift! They are working on medicare and numerous Angel networks and drug companies. Hopefully this will cover the co payment, So, with that being said, please add those fine folks to your prayer list.
We will continue to work on building her strength, take each day-one at a time, and put it in the hands of the almighty man himself! Faith does miraculous things.
Thanks to all who have called and emailed today. It means alot to her to hear from loved ones.
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