March 1

Connor has been admitted for his final round of high dose Methotrexate. They are starting with hydration of course, and keeping his hydration level at the increased rate. His creatinine (indication of kidney function) is down to .58, which is excellent, so we are hopeful he'll clear the drugs quickly. The doctors decided to put the dose back up to 100%, but they are going to start the Leucovorin earlier at 36 hours rather than wait for hour 42. We are hoping to keep the mouth sores down or avoid them altogether.  They'll continue Leucovorin until his level is less than 0.1. 
Hopefully this doesn't mean more time in the hospital, but perhaps an additional clinic visit and oral Leucovorin at home, but it depends on his levels as we get there. 
He's doing well right now and that's the main thing.

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  1. KinlinFamilyMarch 1, 2021 at 7:38 PM

    Fingers cross that the final dose of Methotrexate is the easiest - no mouth sores, no nausea, no additional hospital time! šŸ’« šŸ¤žšŸ€ Thinking of you all and sending hugs and high hopes. Lots of Love, K/C/M/LšŸ’•

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  2. Nana PenMarch 1, 2021 at 8:45 PM

    Connor has handled the last 3 treatments with resilience. Hope this last one of this phase goes smoothly with the numbers staying in the right zone. Love to all šŸ’ž

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