Madi had her third treatment today. It's really hard to believe it's been a little over 3 weeks since we got the diagnosis. Although we still have a long way to go on this journey, it's nice that time hasn't seemed to slow down or drag along.
There's not a lot to report today. (A good thing in my mind!) She was able to get her Vincristine -which only takes a minute or so to inject. We then stuck around for a little over an hour to get the blood results to see what her numbers were. Good news in that department, too!
WBC: 0.5
Hgb: 9.4
Plts: 90
ANC: 45
(check out the cheat sheet page to see what is normal for her age)
Numbers aren't the best, but they are good for Madi. Her ANC went from 0 to 45 in just a couple of days. We need it to be above 500 for her to be off her neutropenic diet. It's moving the right direction, though.
One big hurdle we have yet to overcome is the initial port accessing. Can't really blame a 5 yr old for being upset when someone comes at them with a needle. The doctor's office supplies us with linocaine cream to numb the area. Now it's just a matter of getting over the mental aspect. That will just take time.
So..... Keep praying! We appreciate everyone helping us through this. And since every post needs a picture....
There's not a lot to report today. (A good thing in my mind!) She was able to get her Vincristine -which only takes a minute or so to inject. We then stuck around for a little over an hour to get the blood results to see what her numbers were. Good news in that department, too!
WBC: 0.5
Hgb: 9.4
Plts: 90
ANC: 45
(check out the cheat sheet page to see what is normal for her age)
Numbers aren't the best, but they are good for Madi. Her ANC went from 0 to 45 in just a couple of days. We need it to be above 500 for her to be off her neutropenic diet. It's moving the right direction, though.
One big hurdle we have yet to overcome is the initial port accessing. Can't really blame a 5 yr old for being upset when someone comes at them with a needle. The doctor's office supplies us with linocaine cream to numb the area. Now it's just a matter of getting over the mental aspect. That will just take time.
So..... Keep praying! We appreciate everyone helping us through this. And since every post needs a picture....
4 comments:
I'm glad today was a good day!
Also I really like the website for being able to get info. I would hate to be texting you all the time!!
We love to hear ANY kind of good news on Madi's behalf. We are thinking of her and all of you every day and lifting her up in prayer daily. We love you all!!!
Jessica, thanks so much for keeping this page and giving updates on Madi! Thank God for her improving numbers! I have finished her little surprise and will get it in the mail as quick as I can. Sending love and hugs and constant prayer to you!
We are praying for you, Madi each and everyday! Keep fighting Madi you've been such a trooper through everything so far! We love you and keep your focus on God through this! We'll be praying,
Williams Fam
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