Levi went back to Riley the middle of last week to have his second treatment of chemo. The second treatment is the hardest on the body. It causes sores in the mouth and throat making it almost impossible to eat or drink anything. Before Levi could have the second treatment started he needed to be hydrated as much as possible to help reduce the side effects of the chemo. The chemo was administered and within a couple of hours he was feeling the effects. As soon as the treatment is began an iv of fluid is started to begin pushing the chemo out of the body because of the damage that it causes.
Everyone hoped that he would be able to go home on Sunday, that his blood count and hydration levels would be what they needed to be. However, he was not released on Sunday or even Monday due to his lab work coming back unsatisfactory. Yesterday Levi was given Tylenol 3 to help with the pain of the sores in his mouth which has allowed him to drink more increasing his hydration level.
At this time it is still unknown if he will be allowed to leave for home today. Please continue to pray for him and his family. His parents have had to miss work due to this chemo treatment.
Levi, You can bet Your "Bottom Dollar" and be assured - YOU are on my mind with constant recurring Faith and Prayer. Uncle Dave Myers.
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