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So, my parents were able to get into my dad's doctor today.  His doctor is the same doctor that handled his first brain tumor about 15 years ago.  Here is what we know so far.  The type of tumor is called an anaplastic astrocytoma medium growing grade 3 tumor, which is a different type compared to his first tumor, which was a slow growing tumor.  Surgery at this time is not an option due to the middle tumor that has crossed the center line of the brain- so right now my dad's best option is to start radiation and chemo.  He has been on a low dose of steroids (Decadron, 2 milligrams, 3x a day) since Saturday, which have been helping a ton.  It has been shrinking the tumors, which in turn is relieving the pressure from his brain.  His doctor was very happy with that news, as are we!  His doctor is hoping that with the radiation and the chemo combined, the tumors will hopefully shrink more, giving my dad the possible opportunity for surgery if it is needed.  That is what we know so far.  My parents are now waiting to talk with the radiation and chemo doctors about how all this is going to work and what to expect.  Again, thank you all for your thought, prayers, love and support!  My family with dad in particular love all the emails, texts, etc so please keep them up!