We returned to the Royal London Hospital on Wednesday (2nd) for Fintan's EUA and follow-up cryotherapy. Unfortunately, the news was not so good; the tumour in his left eye does not appear to be responding to the first dose of cryotherapy, but a second dose was applied and Fintan is back in 3 weeks to see what is happening. If the tumour is still not responding alternative treatment will be necessary; this has already been discussed with the retinoblastoma team and it is more than likely that Fintan will require a radioactive plaque.
Although Fintan has had this type of treatment before, it will be a lot tougher for him this time; the plaque is inserted in his left eye and is patched up for several days and, with no vision in his right eye, he will be in darkness and not allowed to leave his room for the duration.
Despite this worrying news, Fintan is still full of energy and keeping us all entertained!
Trust you all had a good Christmas and wishing you a Happy New Year!
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