Richard had his bloodwork done again this morning. His white blood cells are back up to above where they need to be. His platelet count is at a normal level (the transfusion was a success). His red blood cell count is a bit low, which accounts for his fatigue the past couple of days. He has been getting some headaches for the past few days too, but the hospital did a CT scan of his brain this morning as a precautionary measure, and everything is fine in his brain. (I guess that could be a matter of opinion....) :) They suggested drinking extra fluids to help with the headaches. I know Richard is drinking quite a bit, but perhaps even that's not enough. Poor guy will be a balloon just to get rid of these headaches!
Richard needs to just keep resting, being up and about when he's able to do so, and keeping up his positive attitude! I think he really needs a hobby of some sort; he's tired of television and movies.
The doctors at H.U.P. are tentatively setting him up to come back for Round 3 next Thursday. Richard will check in with Dr. Andreadis Monday or Tuesday for the final word.
Love, Daphne
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Praise God!!!
So happy to hear the blood test results! Keep up the good work, Richard - you will be better in no time!
Since I feel much better now (my cold is gone), you can expect a visit from me; especially during your next hospital stay!
It seems to me the docs are speeding up your chemo treatments - I take this as a good thing -
Hang in there; and I can think of a few hobbies for you!
Lots of love and hugs,
Aunt Paula
YEAH!!! Great news on the 'ole Thursday bloodwork! Wow - round 3 already! I too guess they're pleased w/ your progress. Get this crap over in a hurry!!
Love You,
Kim and Family
'Drinking quite a bit'?
Well, that's one way to beat cancer.
;)
Love, Julia
P.S. As for hobbies ... have you checked out books on tape/CD?
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