Curt had a MRI at OHSU this morning and saw Dr. Chui later. He apologized for not having the results of the MRI, but did feel Curt's neck. He said it felt much better - soft and not "lumpy". We were concerned about Curt's "lightheadedness" - especially after rising. Curt even fell once last week. Dr. Chui feels this is the result of his treatment, hot weather, and not getting enough fluids. Dr. Chui said several patients coming in for treatments lately were dehydrated. Curt also thinks his level of activity (tennis, softball, etc.) contributes to being lightheaded. Dr. Chui is impressed with this activity. Curt's weight was 161.8 lbs and his blood pressure reading was 105/75. (The nurse wondered if he was asleep.)
We stopped at the Bakers after that and Dr. Chui called us there after looking over the MRI. He seemed exceptionally delighted that the MRI showed a significant decrease in the tumor (I think he even eluded to more than one tumor). He said we will decide whether to continue the treatments after our reunion in Colorado next week. Curt's next treatment is scheduled for August 17 right now. Dr. Chui thought more treatments might be good though. While driving back to Corvallis, our car's outdoor thermometer stayed right around 103 degrees. We are supposed to have temperatures over 100 degrees for a couple more days. We are so glad we now have air conditioning!
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I continue to read your postings regarding you and Curt. I am amazed at his level of activity. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers,
Wendy (DeVos) Carnahan
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