Originally Posted by Wendy

Hello,
Today Tanner had his third treatment for hemangiosarcoma. He is receiving radiation and chemo treatments of vincristine and doxorubicin. so far he has suffered no ill effects. VRCC in Denver will treat him with doxorubicin one more time next week and I guess that's it. So far the tumor does not appear to have shrunk however it is softer to touch. It is highly unlikely the tumor will shrink enough for surgery. Once again I am on that emotional rollercoaster. I pursue all of these treatments looking for a miracle and then I get a hard case of reality reminding me that Tanner will soon be leaving me
The Oncologist will suggest Chemo treatments after next week but it is only to try and slow down the tumor growth. I hear many speak of remission. How do they determine this? Is it through an aspirate?
How will I know if my dog is in pain? He has always been good at masking any discomfort.
I have to study and decide what treatment will come next in 2 weeks between Cytoxan, Piroxicam, Dermamax, Rimadyl, or Doxycycline. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly apprciated. Thanks,Wendy