Appetite Stimulant

We've addressed Mark's extreme lack of appetite and resulting loss of energy. He is now taking medication (megace) to increase his appetite. After just 4 days, he is able to eat with a modest amount of satisfaction. This should stop his weight loss and restore some energy. I am so grateful to Shelly (Maxwell) Book, a nutritionist and dear friend, for her helpful knowledge and advice. We are in the third week of Poly ICLC injections which are part of a trial in which interferon may increase the body's natural immunity. Mark chose me . . . the reluctant needle pusher for these 3-day weekly injections.

Another visit to HUP today (Oct 10) for a review of the MRI from September, this time with the surgeon. He showed us the actual pictures, describing what we were looking at in each photo. He was pleased with the results of his surgery and quite chatty. We have the next appointment with him in 3 months. We're living one day at a time with God's faithful help and the support of friends and neighbors.

Nan