We had a UCLA visit today with Dr. Ribas. Dad is negative for BRAF mutation. This means he is not a match for clinical trial drugs. Dr. Ribas suggests treatment discussions continue with Dr. Newman in Santa Barbara.
Now dad will decide whether to take standard chemotherapy treatment with limited results. If so, it will likely be oral Temodar. A 6 week daily dose followed by 2 weeks off. CT imaging will be used every eight weeks to view effectiveness. Temodar would continue until unsuccessful. Success equals tumor shrinkage.
Life timelines discussed.
Dr. Newman opened his schedule and will see dad tomorrow am.
I'm feeling positive again. Looking forward to Dr. Newman.
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Jack, looking forward to joining you at Brophy's for clam chowder. Meanwhile, give it all you've got. We'll be thinking of you. Sally and David from Guatemala
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