Hello Barb,
Great news about your dad's CT scan...they said the same to me on my last CT scan of the stomach and chest. No PET scan required as no visible metastisis.
My chemo nurse advised to maintain fluid intake during chemo treatment to flush kidneys and neo bladder. I was advised to drink up to 2 litres of fluid a day and they meant any liquid not just water. If your dad is eating lots of fruit and veg then he is also getting liquid from these also.
I have experienced headaches and tiredness after the Cisplatinum and increased my fluid intake which did help. It is more of a burden though when you are feeling weak because of the frequent toilet visit's.
The Emend works really well for me also and here in Holland it is very expensive also but luckily we have a national health system. They allocate 3 days supply with the Cisplatin and I can have Compazine as an extra if needed.
The massage you arranged your dad sounded wonderful and just the ticket for anyone in these circumstances. I too have never had a massage but certainly intend to pamper myself and get one booked up for a treat...
Barb..I hope your dad feels more perky soon and wish you all the very best..
Kind Regards
Leigh