Thursday- 18 April 2013
Daily Blog
I received the cord blood transplants from two babies whose cord blood was voluntarily donated by the parents. Both happen to be female, one from the South (NC), one from the North (NY/PA), one is O+ and one A+. One of these two will be dominant and foster the growth of new healthy cells. I received one transplant at 1015 this morning and the second at 1345. All went well and there have been no side effects., I am told that there should be some weakness in 7 to 10 days and be on the lookout for any temp over 100.5. If the temp exceeds 100.5, we go to the transplant center in the daytime or the emergency room at night. Hopefully that will not happen.
Our associate pastor was with us for both transplants and said a much appreciated prayer prior to each procedure. That is very special. There have been many prayer groups and prayers. i am very fortunate to have such family, friends, and supporters.
Jane, I and whoever acts as my patient assistant during this time will have to be vigilant.
I have no preference as to which set of cells wins this battle, but my blood type could change and I guess I would drink more "white wine" in the future. No danger of accent change.
"Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there." Will Rogers
This is the first day of the rest of your life!
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Love you
Enjoyed visiting with your big brother yesterday. It's always good to see a Wheeless - brings back fond memories. You have been in my prayers constantly. Was in your neck of the woods last weekend as i put howard out on the AT in Damascus and spent the weekend in Hot Springs. Great place to relax after you finish at Duke. Prayers will continue. Hugs and Love to you and Jane. Lynn
ReplyDeleteWe are so pleased that you have gotten to this point in the BMT process. It's really a miracle thus far, with more to follow. Hang in there, Sweet Douglas.
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