I just talked to Agnes Behnke, and I wanted to give you an update on how
Steve is doing.
Just this past Saturday, Steve was moved from the hospital to a special
re-hab hospital. The reason is that his medical needs are somewhat under
control, and his physical therapy needs are most important now. In this new
facility, he is getting heavy concentration of therapy to gain back use of
his muscles. He is still very weak, but is able to take a few steps with
help. He also has some basic use of his arms and can even play cards with
Nicole when she goes to visit her Dad!
When I said that he was moved because his medical needs were somewhat under
control...I guess a better description would be that he has somewhat
stabilized. He's continuing the chemotherapy, and they really won't know
how well it has worked until the program is completed. Meanwhile, they
wanted him to get his strength up and his muscles working again. The
doctors are also keeping a close eye on his liver function. It isn't what
it should be, but they're expecting that when the chemotherapy is over, it
will come around.
Besides being weak, he really doesn't feel too bad! The chemotherapy isn't
making him sick. He has lost a lot of weight, and next week they hope to
get him started eating. They've been working on his throat and swallowing,
getting him ready to start on food again.
In general, Agnes said that his spirits are still good, and he is working
hard to gain his strength so he can come home.
He still needs us to keep him in our thoughts and prayers as he works hard
to fight this. Steve and Agnes sure appreciate all the cards and well
wishes they've received. They are quite touched at how the Amphicar family
has responded and shown them how much we think of their family.

Marc Schlemmer.




        
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