Mark met with Dr. Lock again today for his post operative checkup. He is healing nicely. We also scheduled a port a cath placement for tomorrow which will be done as an outpatient. This will allow Mark to get his chemotherapy. We haven't been able to start chemo yet because the bilirubin count is too high. They will recheck the blood work tomorrow and if it has improved, we will be starting therapy soon. We have an appointment with the local oncologist, Dr. Farmer, on Friday.
Mark is in good spirits overall. He has changed his diet a lot and is mostly vegetarian now. Red meats cause a lot of colon inflammation, so we are doing some dietary modifications to help him heal.
We'd like to say Thank You to everyone for all the love and support you've given. It really means a lot to Mark and all of us. We have been blessed with such great friends and family. Continue to pray for Mark.
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Mark,
Thank you for sharing your updates with us all. Everyone is wishing you and your family the very best.
Sorry you can't eat meat. Veggie burgers aren't too bad. And your dog won't bug you while you eat one.
Lots of love to you and your family,
The Caudills
Hey Mark,
Greetings from Montana.
We missed you at the FMA. I've heard of people going out of their way to avoid a boring conference, but this is excessive.
Sandy and I are thinking of you, and believe that anyone who plays golf a week after surgery and a diagnosis like yours is definitely an outlier.
See you at the FMA next year.
Cheers,
Gary and Sandy Caton
Thanks so much for posting the updates.
We continue thinking and praying for Mark and Family.
Come on #6, we can beat this.
Best -
John Kilgallon
Hey you crazy OU fan! Big hug from one of your favorite (i am sure) OSU fans...get better soon, who else are all the ladies supposed to dance with at the 20 year reunion...you can't expect us to dance with our husbands now can you!! You are all in our prayers. God is listening to all of us - rest assured! Great site BTW! rhonda dutton jones
Mark,
I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers. Sounds like you have an amazing support team.
I agree with Gary and Sandy ... anyone who plays golf a week after surgery .. you're amazing!
Love you guys!
Cathy Little
OU
Mark,
The Sullivan Family of Las Vegas wishes you the best. Missed you at the FMA, but will catch up with you next year.
Thanks of the updates.
God Bless,
Mike, Adelfa, and Zachary Sullivan
Hang in there Mark, the Hanna family is thinking of you and wishing you the best! It looks like you have quite a cheering section, but if you need anything, don't hesitate to call. Given your OU background, we know you will fight and overcome this challenge in your life SOONER than anyone can imagine!
Love- The Hanna Family
Mark,
Stay strong man. This will take a lot of time but you have to keep fighting! You can get through this. Patience will be critical... There are new options every day.
Jesus Salas
Mark, you are in our thoughts and prayers every day! Your positive outlook and faith is an inspiration to us all.
Our Best - The Richards
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