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Irene had two great appointments today as planned…

Dr. Lloyd Damon, Irene’s Oncologist, is extremely optimistic that Irene’s Primary Amyloidosis remaining in remission based upon lab work; it’s always a few days following the visit when we get the “final final” in terms of the Kappa Light Chain, but he remains confident that all is going well…!

Dr. Charles Eichler, her Vascular Surgeon, was optimistic as well, persuaded that the dialysis port (Fistula) is functioning well with intermitent pain as opposed to chronic.

Irene’s nausea remained “at bay” today and was managed well. She’s back on the machine tomorrow which is when the nausea tends to ROAR following the session.

Irene’s bouyant and signature smile permeated UCSF today…gee, what a surprise. (Photo on Facebook). She is definitely…amazing.

Thanks for caring,
Dave