In our last post we let you know that after 3 days of heroic effort by Uncle Dick we had been unsuccessful in getting sufficient stem cells for a graft and so were going to attempt bone marrow aspiration on Friday. After a good nights sleep and some help from from the Priesthood Uncle Dick rose to the occasion and delivered in Spades and in near record time nearly a full liter of beautiful bone marrow which was given to Mom that evening. The Dr. was very excited and encouraged by the the results and so we just need to to wait and watch to see if we get a graft which will happen over the next 2-3 weeks.
Mom continues to be positive but sick. The radiation has taken its toll and she has a very sore mouth and throat and pain in the areas of her lymph glands. Her energy level is low , but she still manages to do all her PT and OT exercises each day. We are excited about what lies ahead and continue to "MOVE FORWARD WITH FAITH."
Mom and Dick celebrating the Marrow Success
Mom and Greg Kissing the Beautiful Marrow
3 comments:
Uncle Dick...you are DA MAN!!!!
Thank you so much for your sacrifice and helping out "our dear little Mother here. Kind Father in Heaven has blessed her (and will) throughout the coming year!"
Keep on keeping it on MOM!!! We love you and continue to pray for a speedy recovery.
Three cheers for Uncle Dick! What a stud. How I wish I could be there!
Yay!
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