Uncle Jerry here giving everyone an update. Jayson is finally home and doing well. First round of chemo completed and so far he is faring pretty well. He has had a few expected side effects but appears to be handling things OK. I have been bugging him to get going on this blog so hopefully soon you will be hearing stright from him. He has been moved to the downstairs bedroom for accessibilty and mobility.
During chemotherapy, his immune system is compromised so we are being diligent with keeping his area clean and sanitized. Since he is home now, I am sure that people will start wanting to visit. If you are sick and or starting to feel sick, whether it be a cough, cold or flu, please come another day. I know that you mean well but any visitor that has any cough/cold/flu symptoms should not visit. You will have to come at another time. Hand saniztizers are located throughout the home so please make sure you sanitize prior to making contact with Jayson. Also, when you do visit, let the family know prior to coming over. We will let you know when would be the best time for Jayson. He is not always aware of when his medications are due so please get in contact with us/or Jayson and we will make the necessary arrangements. Please pass this blog to other family and friends so that they understand the situation.
Monday will be an important day us all. We will be seen by the Sarcoma Center at UCLA. We are appreciative that we were able to be seen on such short notice. They will be conducting their own evaluation, prepare their own diagnosis and their own recommendations for treatment. This will hopefully give us more information and more options so that we ca do what is best for Jayson.
Your continued prayers and support is very much appreciated.
Regards,
Uncle Jerry
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