We’re 1/4 of the way through the six-week course of radiation and chemotherapy treatments, and so far it’s been pretty manageable. Curt has experienced a lot of fatigue (which is to be expected) and also some nausea, but nothing too severe. He has still been able to eat fairly normally, although he doesn’t have a big appetite and says he really doesn't get hungry. He hasn’t lost any weight, and has thankfully gained more than five pounds since he returned home from the hospital 2 1/2 weeks ago. PTL!
He doesn't complain when we keep the meals and snacks coming even when he's looking a bit "green around the gills," although he admits he's starting to burn out on the fruit smoothies and says if he has to eat another papaya he's going to throw up! Weird how certain things make him nauseous...like the smell of olive oil heating in the pan...that's one of the worst.
Lately he has been going into his office at Hope as much as he can, then heads to his radiation appointment at 3 pm M-F. Chemotherapy is in the form of pills that he takes at bedtime (to minimize the nausea).
We’re praying that things continue on this way, and that he is able to steer clear of any illnesses during this time. The doctors are monitoring his white blood count weekly, as well as checking his hemoglobin and platelet levels. Please pray for good test results!
God bless,
Patti and family
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Continuing to pray! Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteThe Zautner Ohana
We Love you guys and are continuing to pray for streghnth and good health. We miss you Kurt!
ReplyDeleteJohn and Nancy Loren
We think of you constantly and pray! We will pray that you continue to gain weight, regain strength and for good test results!
ReplyDeleteMissing you,
Lee and Renee
p.s. thanks for the updates!
Praying for Curt and the Franks team!
ReplyDeleteMay God hear our cries for healing ~
Thank you for updating the blog.
Love, Claire
Wow, that's another good report. So far so good, and we thank the Lord for it. It's wonderful that Curt is able to go to work--such a need for him at Hope and such a blessing for him that he is able to do his job. I know everyone is so happy to see him. You are in our thoughts and prayers for a successful treatment. May the Lord bless every pill that goes down your throat and make it EFFECTIVE.
ReplyDeleteMuch love, Karen
Curt you are amazing! Im so grateful to our heavenly Father that tx is managable and you are able to pop into the office :) Im so encouraged by this post, thank you Franks family for keeping this blog current. Still praying for a "good report" all around. love you! Leslie
ReplyDeletePatti and Curtis,
ReplyDeleteKeeping you in my thoughts and prayers. So glad to hear the great reports. We will continue to pray for good test results. Just know and be encouraged at the number of lives you have touched for Christ and that so many people, like me, love you soooooooo much.
Love John , Becky, Jessi and Julie:)
Precious Patti, Curt & Family!
ReplyDeleteBlessings from the Land of the Midnight Sun! We are praising the Lord with You as He remains fighting the battle with & for You as we caught up reading your blog and hearing how Curt is doing gaining new strength each step of the way! How good it is to know we are able to continue to meet You on the side of His heart in prayer trusting with You for complete healing that when we have the privilege to come we will be able to captivate that steak barbeque we promised you enjoying another sunset celebrating "God's faithfulness that surpasses the heavens!" We remain believing with & for You all the way!
Hugs with much Aloha, Ron & Judy=)Prangnell! XOXOXOXO!
Dear Curt,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for all your help and encouraging words this week. I was thrilled to hear your voice. You have never left my prayers and I will continue to keep you and your family close to my heart. Remember how God answered our prayers for my Lynn's eye. What a miracle working God we have.
We love you!
The Stricklands