A quick up-date to let you know that Mic was admitted today. His counts are very low. White cell count is down to .2 (that's not a typo), hemoglobin count is at 7, and platelets are at 8. His temperature was up to 103.4 when we got to his hospital room.
I just got off the phone with one of his many favorite nurses, Megan, WE LOVE MEGAN! and she let me know that he had 2 doses of anti-biotics, 2 units of blood and a unit of platelets. They gave him some Tylenol and his temp. is down to 100.9, which will make him feel more comfortable.
His biggest complaints right now are the splitting headaches and the uncooperative veins. Since he has no port or catheter, they have to place an IV in his arm. It's been a very painful process. . .you should see the bruises. But it's what happens when your platelets are low.
The chemotherapy is doing its job, however, we are looking forward to getting through this week. There's a good chance he will not have to under go anymore treatment, praise the Lord! Of course praying that he will make it through this round without a serious infection and that the leukemia is completely destroyed and will not return.
We started planning our Disney vacation, which will be this fall. Looking forward to it and will take any words of wisdom and advice.
Thank you again for all of your kind words. Your prayers continue to sustain us.
Warmly,
Wendy & Family
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Counts Are Down
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"Our lives are not determined by what happens to us but by how we react to what happens, not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life. A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst, a spark that creates extraordinary results."
Prayers are continuing for a fast and full recovery for Mic! Sounds like the chemo is doing its job and you're doing yours by taking good care of yourself. May God continue to guide and bless you and your family!
Love and Healing,
Natalie
thinking of you mic and hope that your hospital stay is really short! take care of yourself, Norma Hammond
Wendy, always thinking of you and your family. As for Disney, definitely get the meal plan. ha-ha AND remember that you aren't going to be in your room that much, so if you get a cheaper resort room it's only for sleeping anyways!
~Shannon (Flynn)
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