Cycle 7 goes well

Doug had his infusion on Thursday. Cycle 7. A cycle is one month, so Doug has been on this dex/Rev/dara combo for 7 months.
His blood counts were good; this is not the myeloma panel, but the 'qualifying' blood tests that are done before every infusion.
The Lexapro seems to be working very well. Doug has gained weight; Thursday he weighed 154 which compared to 147 last month is great! He is sleeping much better than he has for several years. He still has some fatigue, and always will - but he has been walking around the block with me and the dogs for two weeks now. He's finding that using a cane helps with his balance and footing outside.
He's pushing himself to do more. He is doing some small chores around the house, and he went to church with me last week. Praise God for all these things we used to take for granted.

With Doug doing so well clinically, it's hard to believe that this treatment is not controlling the myeloma. We go to Denver Sept 4, to see the myeloma specialist. I think Dr. M will try to coast for as long as possible before he switches Doug to a new treatment.

We are enjoying our good weather and just relaxing as much as possible. Soon the aspens up high on the mountains will start to turn yellow and gold. Our town has had lots of tourists and festivals this summer (and lots of traffic too!) but we are content to stay home.

Blessings to all!