So it looks like my dad is scheduled for surgery Wednesday, May 23rd. They're doing two procedures, one to take a biopsy and one to put in a "drain" to try to drain the cyst-like part of the tumor and get it smaller and easier to deal with. They're very happy they did the special MRI as it showed the tumor is semi-intertwined with the control of his right leg and also a portion of the brain dealing with verbal communication. The hope is by shrinking it first there will be more options as to not risk impairing either of these functions.
If you've ever wondered what's involved with brain surgery, here's some quick animations with what they're going to do:
Stereotactic Biopsy
Ommya Drain Procedure
So these procedures aren't like a craniotomy or anything, but it's still brain surgery. Minor brain surgery is a pretty big oxymoron in my book! The real big deal will be the pathologist's report and finding out what exactly this sucker is and therefore how to go about fighting it.
My dad still is in great physical shape and his spirits seem good. The doctor let him go back to work for this week and that's really seemed to help too. He was super excited about that, go figure. Thanks again for all your prayers and support!
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