day 11
Well, we got more good news - neutrophils have shown up! But, of course, it seems lately, we get nothing for nothing as another complication has arisen. Jen has veno-occlusive disease of her liver - a fancy name for her capillaries and blood vessels not working well and not doing their job in her liver. The result is a very severe case of jaundice. Now, we are told that the liver is very resilient and can withstand this type of problem but the problem arises if it spills over to other organs which are not as resilient - like the kidneys or lungs. So far, so good but the next couple of days will be crucial. They don't want to be too aggressive with her treatment as they want the stem cells to continue doing their job so they are doubling one of her medications, giving her something to get rid of the fluid her body is retaining and wait and see. Right now, her lungs are clear and her kidneys are functioning normally. They will monitor these carefully. This has been the hardest time for Jen so far; expected by all reports but nonetheless no easier for her or us. So, we are not out of the woods yet but almost there so keep the prayers and good wishes coming and we hope to have really good news for you the next time we post.
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Jen, we are praying harder than ever and are here if you need anything. Please keep us posted and remember that anytime you feel you need your dad, just say the word and he'll be there.
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Jen, we're doing the ANC dance here in PA. We're also praying hard that your symptoms of VOD improve quickly. We continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Praying all the time for the right balance for you Jen, knowing we are all different like a snow flake and no two people react the same. You are in the best place possible and with God all things are possible. Thank you for keeping us informed.
ReplyDeletePraying - xo Wendy and Tom
Love you Jen You will do great and get completly better you know how I know ,"I KNOW," and remember I know everything so you can't argue with me!!! HA!!HA!!!~~~Love you lots Julie JAck and Boys
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