Rick again-
Diane's been making good progress but there are ups and downs on this path. As of yesterday her immune system was recovering very well, white blood cells about twice normal level due to some growth-exciter drugs they gave her this week. Today however she was running a fever, which wipes her out, and had an allergic reaction to an antibiotic. So this turns out to be somewhat a trial-and-error process for the docs. They pay close attention but it isn't a walk in the park.
Hopefully next week is a rehab stint that helps her get some strength, energy & range of motion back. She's not eating yet, but that takes some time. The doc says that the way her mouth healed up quickly is a good sign that her innards are recovering quickly as well.
As I mentioned earlier, Sandy brought in some photos, so I took a few pics to show you how they fit into the room. Lots of friends and family, nice and big, so they're visible from her bed.
Thanks again for all the cards, letters, e-notes, etc. It helps her to stay in touch.
I do like that picture of your family on the beach, dark silhouettes against the bright water.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad Rick is posting for you. I haven't been able to catch you on the phone, so it's good to get news of your progress from him.
I hope someone has taken a picture of you with no hair. And I hope you are well enough for me to visit next weekend. Maybe I'll get a picture of you with fuzz on your head. :-)
I love you.
I'm so glad you have creative friends! the pictures are so great and cleverly done. Thank you to Rick for the updates, it is so good to hear how you are doing.
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