Lymph node removal day! Reg just went into surgery. He is having the left axillary (arm pit) lymph nodes removed. Using ultra sound yesterday they were able to rule out any concern with the right side. So far so good!! Thanne is with him and giving updates as news gets to her. Regan was in great spirits this morning. Thanks for the prayers and positive thoughts!
UPDATE: Regan's surgery went well and he now has a 6-8 inch incision in his armpit that needs to heal. It was a long day from check-in to recovery but he and Thanne are now settled into a room for the evening. The doc came in to check on Regan and let him know the surgery went well. he mentioned that a few of the lymph nodes were a bit hard but we will have to wait for pathology to let us know what they find. Once we get that information back they will be able to give Reg a treatment plan. We are hoping for a clinical treatment that requires regular check-ups. We will wait and see. For now the plan is for them to get released from the hospital tomorrow and then fly home on Friday. Hoping for smooth travel, quick recovery and negative pathology results. Not too much to ask for, right?
Regan is sore and a little nauseated. He has pain meds and Thanne to whip him back into shape. He is positive though....so optimistic about his recovery that he ordered Salmon, green beans and mashed potatoes for dinner. Will post more news as I get it.
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