I was prepared to give a gloom and doom report because the Grim Reaper (Dr. Vance, no personality or bedside manner) told us last night that they have done all that they can do for Christi. He said that her leukemia is so aggressive that the transplant didn't stand a chance.
BUT today we have a glimmer of hope. Dr. Piniero came in today to explain a drug called Mylotarg (google it if you are interested to know more). The purpose of this drug is to suppress the leukemia, but it's not chemotherapy. There is a 33% chance that it might work. If, in fact, it does work, she would have to undergo another transplant. This drug is not a cure, but it may put her into remission until more stem cells can be harvested from Hilda in about 5 weeks or so.
This morning, however, she is running 101.4 temperature, and they have done tests to see what's going on.
I read aloud to Christi from the Bible today...my favorite passage, Psalm 139. Check it out sometime.
So here we are again in the family room, just being a family, hoping and praying for a miracle. Christi's faith is unbelievably strong!
Blessings on all of you, our friends and family!
Marcia
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Thank you so much for the continuous updates. My heart breaks for you all. How enormously frustrating for Christi to have gone through so much and still not be where she wants to be; but, I hope you can all keep the faith! You are in our hearts and prayers daily.
ReplyDeleteMuch love and many blessing to you all!
Janess
Folks are coming out of the woodwork in my circle, sharing their loving thoughts and prayers for Christi, and all of you. As Janess said, keep the faith!
ReplyDeleteWarm hugs and healing prayers,
Karen Margrave
thanks for sharing this bit of positive news. Hope Christi was able to enjoy her potpie last night. love to you all!
ReplyDeleteOthers have gone through situations like this and recovered. I believe Christi will too!
ReplyDeleteI know she is in God's hands and He is in control and what a blessing that He has given her such a loving, supportive family.
My love and prayers to you all,
Donna