It is 9:50 here in Houston TX. I'm waiting for the mapping of my brain to be done, so they can ZAP my tumor. I have a special, positioning frame bolted to my skull right now, but it isn't painful, or even uncomfortable, just awkward. It was fitted first thing this morning, using local anesthesia. I've had an MRI done, and now my team of Drs are using computers to plan my treatment.
Gamma Rays are weak, and pass through the brain tissue without doing a lot of damage, until they converge inside the tumor site. With the help of computers, they are planning the treatment for me. When they are done, I'll go into the machine for anywhere from 15-45 minutes. It is painless, like getting an ex ray. When that is done, I'll be in recovery for an hour or two. My frame/halo will be removed, and I'll be free to leave.
We will be staying in town tonight, just in case something happens, and we will return to the farm tomorrow.
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