Today was an action planning day. The two doctors I spoke to regarding a second opinion both felt I should start full brain radiation immediately and their opinions would really be more focused on the treatment of the lung mass after the brain radiation. So the first day of full brain radiation is scheduled for Tuesday, August 31 at Highland Park Hospital.
I have an appointment scheduled with Dr. Philip Bonomi, a lung specialist at Rush Presbyterian Hospital highly recommended by three different people, for a second opinion next Thursday, Sept. 2 in the afternoon.
So the rest of the weekend should be time for rest, reflection of all that's gone on, preparation, and enjoyment of friends and family.
Thanks to you all for the constant thoughts, support, emails, calls and love - it has been so enriching and comforting.
7 comments:
Love both of you guys so much and so sad to hear of this development with your health. Please know that we are thinking and praying for you daily.
DL,
Janet and I are thinking of you and Doug, hoping for the best of course. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Thanks for keeping the blog: it must be both a bit therapeutic to you and useful to all those who care about you
I know Phil talked to you the other day - but I also wanted to let you know of my concern for you and hopes. I am a wonderful dog walker - work out of my house - and can be available most of the time. So please keep that in mind. My cell phone is 847-875-9408. If I can't do it - Phil can. I love to volunteer Phil for things. I can also run errands too - I love driving. Thinking of you always, Sherry
Dear DonnaLee,
Will be thinking of you this weekend and on Tuesday. xoxox
Lots of love,
Holly and Family
DonnaLee:
We will be thinking good thoughts on Tuesday. I'll find out from Becky if there is anything we can do.
Susan Shulman
DonnaLee, thank you for sharing your journey and allowing your friends to offer their words of love and support. We are thinking of you and praying for the best possible outcome.
Shawna
DL -
I am so sad to hear this news. Know that we'll be thinking of you often. I'll touch back to see how I can help - errands, a driver, whatever. Hugs to you and Doug.
Mary and Rob
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