We traveled back to Houston on Sunday afternoon and Monday Rusty had lab tests and an EEG (Electroencephalogram...a test to analyze brain waves) in preparation for an appointment with the neuro-oncologist.  He has had no further seizures since leaving the hospital last Sunday.

Monday evening we saw Bill Murray (yes, THE Bill Murray) and cellist Jan Vogler in a delightful performance at the Houston Symphony.  Actually, I thought it was delightful...Rusty thought it was meh.

Tuesday morning (today), Rusty met with the neuro-oncology team.  The news was good.  Brain waves indicate that there is less erratic activity at the site of the brain inflammation which probably indicates that the infused medication Rusty is receiving for the necrosis is being effective.  That medication will be given every two weeks for a total of four doses.  The next infusion is a week from today.  In addition to the infused medication to treat the brain lesion, Rusty is taking anti-seizure medication daily.

After leaving MDAnderson, we celebrated at Ben and Jerry's.  Rather than travel back to Corpus Christi tomorrow and then return on next Monday, we are going to drive over to Galveston, about an hour away,  and veg out in a campground on the beach for five days.  We'll be back at MDAnderson next Tuesday for Rusty to meet with the Melanoma team and have the next infusion.

 
Rusty has asked me to let you all know that he appreciates and thanks you for the support and love you have shown for him and for our family.