steady as she goes...

Appt 11/08/06
Temodar started 10/31
Scan looks good. The cavity is a noticeably smaller than 2 months ago. No new enhancement noticed. No seizures, weakness, numbness. Still had trouble spelling "world" backward ;) We asked about getting a Jacuzzi-it is possible that it could increase swelling in the brain, but it should be fine. Asked about ice hockey, he is at more risk of head trauma because of the crainiotomy, but should be ok since he is in great shape and isn't in a check league and wears protective head gear. We asked about an alternate dosage of Temodar (14 days on/off). Dr. Cloughsey said that it is actually more of a dosage and is often even harder for the body to tolerate. He doesn't necessarily think Mark needs to change now, because Mark's body is actually now able to tolerate the recommended dosage. Come back Jan 10th for MRI and appointment. Will be starting another Temodar round in early December.