First post-radiation MRI for my dad- struggling with scan anxiety, what should I expect?
My dad is about to have his first MRI after completing concurrent radiation and chemotherapy, and I’m feeling a lot of scan anxiety. His tumor was only partially resected (mostly biopsy tissue was taken), and it’s IDH-wildtype, MGMT methylated, with multiple lesions in the right hemisphere.
Right now, he’s dealing with left-side weakness/immobility, vision issues, memory problems, and some agitation. He’s currently on levetiracetam, dexamethasone, lacosamide, acetazolamide, and co-trimoxazole.
I’m hoping someone can help me understand what to expect from this first post-treatment scan—what kinds of results are common, what might be reassuring vs concerning, and how you coped with the waiting and uncertainty. My heart has been racing constantly and I’m finding it really hard to focus on anything.
Any insights or shared experiences would mean a lot. Thank you for your time!