Followup

I had a Smart Port put in my R chest today. I was lightly sedated and the procedure was pain free. Several hours later when the numbing agent wore off I started experiencing some neck pain but it is easily controlled. I had my 7th radiation tx to my R hip and only have 3 left. Radiation is painless but getting on and off the table is a task for me and I will be glad to finish it. Also they put a huge rubber band around my ankles to keep me from moving my legs. After a few minutes my legs start quivering and I keep waiting for the rubber band to bust. Hasn't happened yet. lol.
I had a consultation with an orthopedic surgeon on Monday and he put my mind to rest. He says that as long as I am not having pain in my R groin or buttocks I don't need to worry about hip collapsing. He agreed with Dr Goldman that after the radiation kills the cancer cells new bone will begin filling in the empty space. The only precaution I have is "not to fall".
My MRI shows I am a candidate for a vertebroplasty of my L3,L4 and L5 so that may happen in the next week or so.
Finally I am not sure when I will start my chemo but I assume it will be after my back surgery.
God is putting everything in place to assist the doctors in extending my life. I am very blessed.