13 days after 'bday'..some good news!

Yes! Yesterday, day 12..white count showed slight increase, from 100 to 300! and today Thursday, day 13 post transplant, they were 1200! This is indeed good news. :)+=
Now, to temper this just a bit, the Dr. said he wanted the 'other side' of the white cells to increase. He didn't see any rise in this part of the white cell arena.. Ok, who knew there would be TWO sides to the cell, or two whatevers.?!! AND the nurse overseeing Becky today said, "don't be surprised if the count fluctuates", it may drop, but hopeful to rise again. But, let me tell ya, Becky will take/absorb this small visible and real 'victory' amidst the surrounding uncertainty. The rash is slightly improved. She actually had some blood in her eyes from low platelets, but this will also improve. She is having some elevated sugar levels, so insulin is now part of the med routine. Again, this can happen in the aftermath of the stem cell procedure. Prednisone is helping with lung issue and more. She's been eating small portions of real food! Who said; 'an apple a day keeps the Dr. away'..try frosted flakes, and wow, a warm baked potato never tasted so delicious. Naturally, she is still weak from the treatment and meds. She can talk for few minutes on the phone and then it's back to rest. We don't know how much longer she will be in room isolation..if white cells get to a certain sustained level, she can leave for a walk out in the hall, maybe even the lobby on her floor, and the maybe down to main level lobby. When can she leave the room for the after care village or even home? Well, that hasn't been mentioned amongst the professionals, YET. No predictions, YET.

So, onward forward..WE thank the Lord for the positive news. It is a boost to Becky's mental state..and of course to Abbey and me. Becky misses Abbey terribly, hasn't seen her since the 10th, but we know this is only temporary. A mother and child embrace, an enduring hug will be here soon.

Lamentations 3:22- 23 "The Lord's lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail, they are new every morning; Great is thy faithfulness".

I know it may have a little saccharine feel, but give somebody a hug..your loved one, your friend...

Celebrate life,

:0) Love, Bill & Becky

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