After both stem cell infusions and two units of blood, I am starting to feel better. It's amazing sometimes how much better you feel after a unit of blood. (sounds gross and vampire like but it's the truth)
Today was a long day at the clinic but both Laura and I rented a movie and made the best of it. Along with the unit of blood I got a liter of iv fluids because my blood is showing some signs of dehydration. But most of my fluids are again going to my belly. I'm starting to look pregnant again, maybe 2 months, haha. They will montitor that close over the next few days to make sure I am not retaining to much fluid.
Since I was feeling well, we got to grill out some steaks tonight. Which was a nice treat and also could help my hemoglobin. Dr. Buckley always encouraged me to eat meat growing up.
John is feeling much better now and is back at work. He had some leg pain but that is going away pretty quick.
We head back in the morning for another round of blood test and see what needs to be done next. Thanks for everyone's support!
Burns
Hi Burns and Laura,
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad you had a good day! We know all your good attitudes and positive thinking will be rewarded with a good outcome! Hang in there!! We are sending prayers your was daily and you get a shout out at our church every Sunday!!
Love to you both, Jane and Ross
Hey Burns and Laura! Hang in there...we in Columbia are pulling for this to be successful and quick for you! We love you!
ReplyDeleteTracy and the rest of our Terminix group
Thinking of you!!!! Praying for the best! LYG- Hannah
ReplyDeleteBurns, in reading your posts, I'm always impressed with your strength, faith and hope. I'm excited with the prospects of this latest transplant promoting you to excellent health in the future! Your brother is a testimony to the strength of the love in your family as is the support your whole family shows. I enjoy reading Laura and your parents' posts and they give us special insights to your journey. Thanks so much for continuing your blog so we are able to keep up with your progress.
ReplyDeleteChuck and I send you our warmest regards and look forward to seeing you at pest control association meetings soon! Suzanne and Chuck Hazelwood
BURNS, LAURA, JOHN AND FAMILY.....YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. DAILY. YOU ALL ACTUALLY SEEM TO GIVE ALL OF US SO MUCH WHICH IS DISPLAYED IN YOUR STRENGTH AND LOVE WHICH IS SO AMAZING AND STRONG,! SENDING BIG HUGS TO ALL XOX DIANE AND NORMAN
ReplyDeleteYou all are so amazing . Think you see that word amazing in every note you get and for a good reason. U each are. Praying for all of you and all of those
ReplyDeleteMillions of John cells. Lots of love lbs
Thinking of you all during this long process!!! Hang in there...the
ReplyDeletepower of prayer is awesome...so we must pray away!! Love to all and we will pray for the cells etc.
Lots of Love and God's peace,
Merrill McManus