chemo withheld...

Thank GOD that saw us through a week with me taking up the driving part finally...

Sam did a chromium EDTA at SGH as an outpatient was not good. This test is a
check on the functionality of his kidney.

As a result, upon admission on Wed, instead of chemo, we did a 24hr CCT
(collection of his urine sent for lab test). However, this time the result
was very good.

Which contradicts the test results of chromium EDTA and a previous 24hr CCT.

Therefore, the oncologists cannot ascertain clearly if chemo has taken a toll on
his kidney or not. There is even talks about changing a particular chemo drug
which may damage kidneys.

Now, the doctor decided that we should do another 24hr CCT (collection of urine)
on Sunday before admission on Monday again for chemo. In the meantime,
they will further investigate the findings of the EDTA with SGH.

Prof Tan suspected that while the chemo drugs are still strong in Sam, the
chemo drugs may have weakened his kidneys but as they wear off, his kidneys
recovered. However, she needs further test to ascertain this. They are very
cautious with proceeding as while there is a need to administer chemo drug
to eradicate the any lurking cancer cells, they do not want to permanently
damage his kidney.


Prayer requests

God's protection upon Samuel both physically and emotionally. He was initially
quite upset over the delay and perhaps also a bit anxious too.

Pray for God's healing hands to be upon the oncologist to decide on the
right and best course for treatment.

With so much disruption and activities going on, it is difficult for Sam to
focus on his studies. Pray for God's wisdom and help even as we try our
best to juggle all his needs.