Hi all,

I saw my medical oncologist yesterday, Monday. The medical oncologist is the doctor who is in charge of the chemotherapy. He says that the ulcers, sores, in my mouth are improving. But to me they still burn even with water. This is why I sip and rinse my mouth with warm to hot water. It seems not to burn as much. Since these ulcers are taking so long to heal, he is going to discuss with the cancer board the use of the hyperbaric chamber. The hyperbaric chamber infuses oxygen into the sores and will help them to heal quickly. The cancer board is the group of doctors, nurses, speech therapists and others, who care for me and the other cancer patients.

I have been eating pudding, applesauce, broth and yogurt. These are only ½ teaspoonful size at a time. Today’s lunch took 30 minutes to finish 2 tablespoons of applesauce. I did not choke at all, that’s a good thing. I have discovered I can taste cinnamon and strawberry, whereas everything before had no taste. So, it’s cinnamon applesauce and strawberry yogurt for me.

Thanks for your support and prayers.

Randy