We saw the medical oncologist today and he was concerned that Al hardly gets out of the bed. He is still anemic, but his numbers went up since last week. Of course, that is only part of the reason he is so tired. He has been losing weight quickly and according to his blood work, he is still dehydrated. You can see that he is pale. Also, his facial hair is pretty much all gone due to the radiation, so he really just doesn't look like himself. The doctor told him that it may take another 3 months before he is ready to return to work. He encouraged Al to stay for fluids. I'm not with him now because I had to pick Rachel up from school early. Both girls have been dealing with a little stomach bug. At least it's the weekend! Al also decreased his pain medicine the other day, but will increase it again today because he was experiencing too much pain. He is so anxious to return to work, but just isn't ready. The doctor told him that he just needs to give his body time to heal.