The appointment at SickKids had been rescheduled twice and finally it’s on the go. Papa took the day off and took Adrian for the long overdue follow up appointment today.
- The appointment with Dr Baruchel was fruitful. Doc wasn’t quite concerned on Adrian’s "marble poop" & many others.
- Doc noticed Adrian is falling behind on his height – he used to be at 50% and now dropped to 25%. The removal of the adrenal gland may have an impact on the growth hormones. Will refer Adrian go see an Endocrine Specialist if this continues to be the trend.
- Doc mentioned he’d keep Adrian on the Oncology Day Clinic for another 4 years or so (usually 5 years in remission but since Adrian only began seeing him last year). Adrian will then be transferred to "post-cancer treatment" clinic to continue monitor the side effects of treatment (chemo etc.)
- Ultrasound / urine test / blood test will be the ongoing monitoring plan. They are going to book the next ultrasound in 3 months’ time. Doc will only request a MIBG if he has concerns due to its radiotoxicity.
Because the appointment overran at the doc, Adrian missed his hearing test. He only had the urine & blood test followed by the appointment. Adrian continues to be the brave little guy and didn’t shed a tear during blood test. Good job, Adrian!
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Hello all! Just seeing how you all are, glad to see Adrian doing SO well and looking so great, he is growing so quickly!!! Sending you love and hugs always! Mark Samm Deqlan Logan xxxx
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