In the past few weeks, Abbot Robert had another CT Scan on his bones and a Brian Scan. The results are encouraging: there are no signs of cancer or blood clots in his lungs and no cancer has spread to his bones or brain.
There are side effects from the medication, primarily swelling of his extremities from the build-p of body fluid. At this point the dosage of the diuretic he has been taking to handle this has been increased and that is monitored weekly. Abbot Damian had accompanied Fr. Robert to his medical appointment during Holy Cross Abbey’s Visitation; before he had entered Spencer, Abbot Damian had been a pharmacist and has also been infirmarian at Spencer. All told, he was able to be supportive to Fr. Robert and ask his oncologist, Dr. Houk, some helpful questions.
There’s no guarantee the such progress will continue indefinitely, but we are grateful for the reprieve as we are grateful for your continued prayers and concern.
Barbara Brooks says
Thanks for sharing this positive news. Keeping Fr. Robert and the community in prayer.
Ronald Dombroski says
Thank you so much for sharing this “good news” about Fr. Robert’s health. Blessings on Abbot Robert and all the monks of Berryville. Also, glad to see that Fr. Robert has a chance to be with the Sister of Crozet for 10 days.
Dennis says
God bless Fr Robert.
Linda Muller says
My husband and I are comforted by this update. Wish we were closer but It seems God is doing just fine taking care of you! Our prayers are always with you Fr Robert. Linda
Fran and Jim ("columba") says
Please give Father Robert our love.
Peggy says
Thank you for the hopeful update. Fr. Robert and all the monks are in my prayers.
Betty Greenberg says
Wishing Fr Robert all the best. Good to hear positive news.
Leah says
so thankful for this happy news, we continue to hold Fr. Robert and HCA in our prayers.
Tim says
So happy to hear this, the power of prayer is truly a healing power.
Anne and Graham Carroll says
We are praying for Fr Robert’s recovery. Keep well Fr Robert.we are thinking of you and wish you well. We have such fond memories of our visit. God bless, Love, Anne and Graham Carroll.
Jack & Bonnie Higgins says
We are happy to hear good news of your health, Fr. Robert. We will continue to keep you in prayer. We hope that your trip to California was good and that your retreat was a restful and peaceful experience.
Margaret Lee says
All hail the pow’r of Jesus’ name,
let angels prostrate fall…..
God Bless you, dear Fr!