Duodenum

Hi Folks:

Within 1 week, Jim's 1 lymphnode grew from 3 cm to 6 cm. It doubled in size. Because of the size of this mass, Jim's duodenum again is in danger and could perforate. He's feeling a bit less pain, which means this chemo may have already begun to shrunk the mass. Now that doesn't mean he's healed, but it does mean he is getting closer to being out of danger from dying of a perforated duodenum. So, please continue to pray for him.

I had not initially posted this, as there is a family wedding in Texas and my kids John and Leah were going camping with their mom and dad, and I didn't want to ruin anyone's fun, and there was nothing they could do anyway. But in light of the fact that he's already in less pain, this is a good sign.

So....

Pray, that it doesn't perforate
that the chemo works long term
and pray for protection of Jim's kidney's. This chemo is bad on them, and he's retaining water.

I love you guys
Gloria