Our Pal Anthony M
Easy remember link: http://www.postpals.co.uk/pals/Anthony+M
Quick Link: Anthony M's Story
| Born | 12/09/1995 |
|---|---|
| Illness | Renal Cell Carcinoma |
| Status | Current |
| Home Page | http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/anthonymundell |
Address: - READ SAFETY
Hawick
Scotland
TD9 9QU
United Kingdom
NB: this is a forwarding address for the Pal, we do NOT disclose home addresses
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Other Information
- Anthony M's Parents/Guardians
- Roslyn
- Anthony M's Siblings
- Zac 24/01/2001 loves cars, reading, Mickey Mouse. Chandler 3/5/1997 loves Pokemon, books and computers.
- Anthony M's Interests
- Dr Who, rock and pop music, Wii, PS2, DS, drawing, writing short stories, reading (fun facts, mystery, comedy, mythical).
- Anthony M's Favourite Colour
- green
- Is Anthony M able to read?
- Yes
- Is Anthony M able to use hands?
- Yes
- Is Anthony M visually/hearing impaired?
- No
- Does Anthony M suffer from any developmental delay?
- No
Anthony M's Story
Story written 2008
Anthony was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma in February 2006. He had keyhole surgery to remove the kidney containing the tumour. Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy are not affective with this type of cancer, which is rare in children. We had follow up at clinic every 6 weeks. Anthony suffered back ache for months following this. In May 2007 after an MRI, it was discovered that the cancer had reoccurred. It was localised in Anthony's renal bed where the kidney had been and the muscle above which was within his back and was pressing on 3 ribs.
After applying for funds Anthony was approved for the new drug Sutent. Capsules are taken daily and Anthony can have various side effects from blisters on his feet (which can make walking difficult) mouth ulcers, sickness, constipation, loose bowels, indigestion, loss of hair colour, low appetite and rash on his hands.
Anthony is waiting on the surgical team at
Update 2nd May 2008
Anthony is on treatment at the moment. He takes capsules daily. He is often tired and sore. Back in October 07, Anthony lost the pigmentation in his hair and it turned grey, which for a 12 year old is immense. He asked recently if he could have his hair dyed and there was no objection from the hospital. His hairdresser showed us that his hair was unique and instead of individual strands of grey, the hairs were grey and brown in parts and from this could tell how many weeks off and on his medication he had been on. His hair is now a super brown colour which he loves and thinks makes him handsome.
We received a card for Anthony’s brother
My boys get so excited when the post arrives, it’s wonderful reading the cards and letters they receive, thank you.
Update 15th April 2008
Anthony got good news - the lung biopsy showed no sign of cancer. He has started a new round of sutent on a lower dose. His consultant is looking into other medication for him. Anthony is better after needing more antibiotics last week. He went back to school yesterday, although he is a little tired and his back is sore.
Thank you for all the cards sent recently. Anthony loves reading them and it gives him a boost.
Update 31st March 2008
Anthony was admitted to the surgical ward at The Royal Hospital for Sick Children last week to have a biopsy of his lungs. Following the biopsy he returned to the ward with a chest drain and lots of pain relief. He then developed an infection, high temperature and started having haematuria. This was especially difficult for us as that’s the initial presentation of his cancer 2years ago. After ultra sound and chest x-rays, it was thought he had inflammation of the kidney. This is very serious with him only having the one kidney. We were so pleased that there was no sign of spread to the kidney. Thankfully everything has settled down and we returned home today. Two days had turned into a week and his brothers were only able to visit during the weekend. We were able to stay in a CLIC Sargent villa during his time up at the hospital. He is on oral antibiotics to clear up the chest infection and kidney inflammation but is pleased to be home with his family. We will receive news of his lung biopsy next week.
