Update on Henrik

Henrik's brain surgery was two years ago on January 20, 2006. Since
that time he has enjoyed good health and limited complications from
surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. He has enjoyed relative
independence and has been able to travel and visit old friends.

In December, 2007, Henrik began having some numbness develop on his left
side. His original numbness in December, 2005, had been on his right
side. Henrik returned to Mayo's in Rochester in mid January and it was
determined that the tumor was returning and that Henrik would resume
chemotherapy. Dr. Uhm, his neuro oncologist is optimistic that this is
the best treatment and that it will give the best results. Henrik has
been discontinued from the trial drug. Henrik takes the chemo in pill
form five days each month. Henrik has now completed his first round of
the chemo Temodar. The first round was not fun and has taken its share
of Henrik's energy, but we are hopeful it has also taken its toll on the
enemy tumor. Henrik has three weeks of recovery between treatments.
The treatments will continue indefinitely.

These new developments have been difficult for all of us to accept but
we go forward with optimism. We plan a trip to Aiken, South Carolina to
visit Greer, Josh and baby Lane from February 14th - 22nd.

Henrik says "hello". Your thoughts, good wishes and prayers for Henrik
are appreciated. His email is L.Henrik.Christensen@gmail.com, his phone
number is 620-231-0558 and address 372 E. Hwy 126, Pittsburg, KS 66762.

Lee Christensen

 

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  • 3/25/2008 5:40 PM Marla wrote:
    Excited to see the web site! Nicely done!
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  • 3/25/2008 8:21 PM Cara wrote:
    Hang in there, Henrik. We'll see you again soon.

    Wonderful website. I'll try to get it linked from my library's health page.
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  • 3/27/2008 10:29 AM Tom wrote:
    Thinking about you today, Henrik. Hope the treatment is effective and not so debilitating. Again, my thoughts are with you. I'll be in touch, Tom
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  • 3/28/2008 6:37 PM Muriel wrote:
    The site looks great! I can't wait to see the photos you're going to put up!
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  • 3/31/2008 8:11 AM Micholee wrote:
    Henrik - Just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We admire your will and strength to fight!
    I love all of your pictures. You have been to so many amazing places. I bet you have some good stories.
    Hope you have a good week. What a great game last night! Go KU!!!
    Micholee
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