Today, speaking and eating are difficult. He is given pain meds to help him through it, which also knocks him out. Following an afternoon nap and 11 laps (1 mile) walking the Unit, he's reading the newspaper in the recliner in the room while the nurse administers additional "fluids" per the doc. Because mucositis makes it difficult to eat and drink, these fluids will keep him properly hydrated. I really feel for him today and only wish there was something I could do to take away the pain. Instead, I tidy up, make runs for ice water, do the laundry, then simply stay close and quiet so he doesn't feel the need to speak. The mucositis is expected to last at least a week. We certainly don't want it to become any worse, so please...(insert prayers here).
Know that although it's getting rough, Nick still finds a way to muster up a smile.
When my mother was going through cancer treatments and she developed sores in her mouth, we got her smoothies with protein powder in them. This seemed to work well. I suggest you stay away from acidic fruits in the smoothie!
ReplyDeleteWishing you all the best!
Jim Dahlem
Nick, admiring your smile and spirit as you go through the pain. We know you will make it. Praying for you day and night.
ReplyDeleteYour EMBA family.
I hear honey can be soothing for the mouth sores?
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts are filled with best wishes for this phase to pass quicker than they anticipate. Know we are here if there is anything at all you need.
ReplyDeleteGreat pic!!! Would never know you were going through this sucky journey.
Melissa, Russell, Lauren, Becky, Jared, Russ and Renee
VPM Team