Monday we went to Denver for the monthly myeloma specialist appointment. Doug's basic labs are okay. We should get the myeloma panel results in about a week. He decided to keep Doug on the chemo "vacation" for now.
The peripheral neuropathy still bothers Doug's feet, and he hasn't been walking much. Dr. M said to go ahead and increase the Gabapentin from 300mg BID (twice a day) to 600mg BID. Amitriptyline remains at 50 mg.
Dr. M wants Doug to exercise more. He observed Doug getting up on the exam table, and said Doug is not using his leg muscles properly. He wants Doug to go to physical therapy, for strength and balance. I think that is an excellent idea. We have a very good physical therapist right in town. I went to her last year when I tore ligaments in my ankle, and my balance improved a lot.
The fatigue is still present. I was hoping that would lessen since he's been on chemo vacation. Hopefully, the physical therapy will get him to a place where he is able to walk more and have more energy. Our weather is warming up; if we can get out and walk on some of the easy trails I think it would boost Doug's spirits. Sitting around in the house isn't good.
We had good travel both ways. I'm glad Doug still likes to drive and is able to.
We thank God for our many blessings.
Saturday, April 11, 2015
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