8-23-13
Good, better than good, visit to Dr. Milton's office this afternoon.
Started with fine readings re blood pressure, pulse, oxygen, and temp.
I related to Dr. Milton in abbreviated form much of what I have been reporting on this blog.
He said: feet numbness - probably would persist for 6 months or so, and to be expected.
tiredness - both from disease and medicine (he was kind enough not to add age.)
steroid reaction - up and down normal.
He then said additional blood tests from Friday past were very good, significant reduction in protein level, the level that indicated MM a few months back. He also reported another positive improvement the details of which I forget.
I asked about two other drugs I have read about. He said both were good but both had numbness as a by product - he thought I had enough numbness as it is.
Concerning my reactions to revlimid, the drug I am taking, he said he could reduce the dosage, would for most my age, but the results were so favorable he suggested staying at the higher level, at least for the next 21 day regimen. Mary Ann and I agreed.
No need for a biopsy because apparent.
Had another 30 minute infusion of zometa for bone strength and left, tired but pleased. Back to revlimid later this week.
I happened upon your blog and will continue to follow your progress with interest. My husband (who is 76) was diagnosed with MM on June 20th and just began his 3rd cycle of chemo. Like you, we are just beginning this journey. I was pleased to hear that you received good news yesterday. Stay strong and positive. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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