With all the blood moving around and medicines being infused, there are some tired puppies around the apartment tonight. Mom and Laura are here making sure John and I are comfortable. Tomorrow I start again for a smaller infusion of stem cells and they will continue to watch my blood counts. Below are some updated labs from today.
Test--------- Burns------- (Normal Range)
White Blood Count---- 0.4----(3.2-9.8) (this will go to 0)
Hemiglobin---- 8.6----(13.7 - 17.3) (they try and keep it above 8.0)
Platelet---- 44----(150-450) (they try and keep it above 10)
They expect the labs to continue to fall, so we are continuing to be careful with what I eat and many hand washings.
Thanks for all the support and prayers today!! We will try and give you some more detailed next steps tomorrow. Too tired tonight but the next 10 to 30 days are crucial for the graft to come in and start producing healthily cells.
God is Good!
Burns
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sending so much love your way! i have always known the Blackwells to be generous and loving, but this takes it to an entirely new level. love you all!
ReplyDeleteWe have been reading your blog daily. Thank you for keeping us all updated! You are both so inspiring. We will continue to pray for the whole Blackwell family. Love, Amanda and Adam McLaughlin
ReplyDeleteThis is my third attempt at sending a comment, good thing I am not on your medical team! Blogging is new to me. Your Mom said all went well today but it is nice to see the stats to confirm the good news. We have admired your strength and resilience since you were a little boy and know it will serve you well as you fight and win this battle. Prayers and love from Jim and me.
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What a beautiful blog! Gives me inspiration and a push to forget the small "stuff"! Another wonderful way to start the day! You, Laura, Hardin, Derry and John will continue in our daily prayers! Most definitely will remember your second birthday! And, it's lasting 2 days!!!
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