Today, Jade, Justin and the boys met with the paediatric oncologist, Dr. Haq, in Regina. They reviewed the oncologist’s plan for treatment, so they now have a better idea what to expect in the coming months. Mason will be receiving treatment intravenously, which means that the doctor wants to put in a central line to avoid Mason having to be poked repeatedly. In order to put in a central line, Mason will have to be put under general anaesthetic. There will be a bit of a wait now while the doctor lines up an operating room for the procedure.
There was good news at the meeting too. It had been mentioned previously that the chemo would take about 12 weeks. The understanding was that Mason (and Jade) would have to be at the hospital in Regina for the entire 12 week stretch. They found out today though that Mason will be able to go home for short periods of time between treatments. This is obviously a huge relief to everyone.
Mason is receiving his treatment at the Allan Blair Cancer Centre in Regina. For more information about the facility, please visit: http://www.saskcancer.ca/Default.aspx?DN=a9576f90-46da-410d-9772-8899b89f9ca7
Please note that the Allan Blair Cancer Centre has a strict policy regarding visitors. They ask that a patient have no more than two visitors at a time. As well, anyone that is feeling even slightly ill with a cold, flu or any other type of illness should not visit the facility for the protection of all patients receiving treatment. Patients undergoing chemotherapy can be extremely susceptible to germs and viruses, so your cooperation in this regard is greatly appreciated.
A big thank you to Chris and Alysha Brentnell for hosting a New Year’s party at their house tonight for Jade, Justin, Kale and Mason to catch up with family and friends before starting Mason’s treatment.
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