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| No more small needles...just a big fat one now. But at least she can bend her arms. |
Erika has returned from her central line procedure. Dr. Mitchell, who is the one watching over her throughout her treatment, gave us the answer on what she really has. Erika has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
She will be given steroid injections to help with her pain before they begin any chemo treatment. Sometime this weekend, Dr. Mitchell will give us an answer on whether she tests positive for Philadelphia Chromosome or not. Knowing this will determine what exact treatment she will be on regarding chemo. Along with that test, she will most likely get a spinal tap and an MRI on her brain to see if the leukemia cells have settling in those areas. If so we know then we need to treat her with chemo there as well.
For now, here are her stats:
red blood cells: shes at 24 (norm 30-40)
white blood cells: .7 (norm 5-10)
ANC (absolute neutrophil count): 100 (norm 2000-4000)
platelets: 56 (norm 150-300)
I will be postings these numbers daily. From when all this started, her pain level has been (from 1-10) 10 down to 7. Right now she's at a 7. I have no doubt these numbers will go up. SHE WILL KICK BUTT!
Hey Erika...we are so sorry to hear about your condition but know that you are such a strong woman and can beat this! We have no doubt in our mind that you will get through this and live a long, happy life! We love you and pray for you everyday. Keep the faith and hang in there and Ernie and Jessica will be there in no time! Love, Ernie and Jill xoxo
ReplyDeleteBrandon and Erika,
ReplyDeleteI want to ask so much but my mind is so boggled. How did you guys find out? What signs did you notice? What can any of us do to help? I have no doubt as Jill said above that you will get through this! Erika is such an amazing chick and if it weren't for her I wouldnt be married to my husband with my daughters! Erika you got this and we all have your back. Thank you for starting this blog Brandon you have no idea how much this means and to be able to keep up with this crazy girl I love! :) Never give up!
Love you both!
Cam and Marci
Erika stay strong and have faith!! You have so many people behind you cheering you on! Fight hard like you always do! We love you and will keep you in our prayers!!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Ma Jones
(Kailie's mom)