For the most part things have returned to normal. Dad had his 2nd chemo treatment today and his 9th radiation treatment. He still seems tired all the time and his weight has dropped to 195. The RO returns from vacation and will see him on the 7th. We have a scheduled visit with the cardiologist on the 10th. I guess then they will decide what to do about fixing his heart.

The first round of chemo went well. No nausea. We are hoping that this one will be as good to him.

On Christmas day I notice that Dad's tumor appeared to have a tiny "head" on it. It has since "popped" and is draining. I haven't said a whole lot about it to him or my mom, because maybe this is normal (??) but my concern is that the cancer is now breaking through the skin. He says it takes some of the pressure off when it drains. I don't notice any change in the size. Huge is huge. Today when I saw him he was holding a napkin against it.

Does anyone have any experience with this?

Thanks and may everyone have a safe and Happy New Year!

Joy