Dr. Christensen reports that Henrik's surgery this morning lasted three
hours. Dr. John Marsh talked with the family and the news is
concerning. The tumor has been diagnosed as malignant and fast
growing. The name of the tumor is glioblastoma multiforme and is a tumor that
only occurs in the brain. The doctor is further concerned because it is
fast growing and typically reoccurs. The doctor will plan a regiment of
chemotherapy and radiation which is yet to be prescribed. They will
know more about motor and mental functions over the next 24-72 hours.
The family is positive and hopeful. Henrik has been able to communicate
when asked questions. He is able to move his right foot and leg and
wiggle his toes. He is also able to raise his right arm and move his
right hand. When his father asked him to wiggle his fingers on his
right hand, he could not. When his father asked if he could move the
fingers on his left hand he responded with "the finger". When asked to
name the current president of the United States his response was "I do
not want to talk about him." When pushed further Dr. Christensen said
his democratic son quietly said Bush. Further pathology reports will be
known over the weekend and further correspondence will follow. Dr.
Christensen and Sandra are staying at the Courtyard by Marriott and the
address is 161 13th Ave. Rochester, MN 55902 if you would like to send a
card.

Jeanine