Dr. Update for Friday October 4

Kim has started both daily blood draws (so the doc knows where her counts are at each day) and the second round of daily shots related to the stem cell protocol. Today was the first post stem cell transfusion doctor consult. The tone of the conversation was serious as her reaction to the chemo has been more aggressive than what is typical. She went into neutropenia right away and the chemo is still at work. This means that she will be in neutropenia for 3 or 4 days longer than most. The counts also indicated that her platelet levels are extremely low today. The nurse will continue to come to the apartment each morning so the doctor can track her status regularly. We also have instructions on when to call the doctor directly, 24/7, and what symptoms we are to be concerned about. If nothing changes over the weekend, we will see him in person on Monday and determine the next steps.

So, with all of this new info, she is expected to be tired and weak for the next few days. We intend to watch some football while getting a lot of rest, hydration, and relaxation. We feel we are in the best care in the world and have peace knowing that we are being carefully monitored every step of the way.

Things we are hoping for is an uneventful weekend and some positive feedback on Monday. Thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers, we are living on them.