Charmaine had a good night with lots of rest. A little nausea around 4am, but took meds and went back to sleep. She's been having increased sinus pressure over the last few days which is making her top jaw ache. One of the drs came in and has ordered a ct scan of her head to see what going on with her sinuses.
Some mild side effects are beginning to appear from the intrathecal (spinal) chemo from yesterday. A little nausea and loss of coordination so far...
Her white blood count is still extremely low (400) and everyone around her is washing their hands like crazy. All her blood numbers and clotting factors are being monitored constantly and are expected to somewhat normalize within a few weeks.
She may feel like adding a few words on this blog soon, but you know her...she has to get her thoughts together first!!
Thanks again for keeping a check on Charmaine...she really appreciates all the thoughts and prayers!!
More update soon...
Stefanie
Afternoon Update: Dad came in this morning and Charmaine noticed that he looked tired, so he admitted he didn't feel great and she sent him straight to the dr.!! He is on some meds and won't be able to see her for a few days, and when he comes back he will have to keep on a mask. :(
The CT scan showed that she has a sinus infection, but they assured us that it was common and not a huge deal because she has been on antibiotics and her numbers are gradually rising. The dr. said she may get to go home after the first of the week.
We pray that dad has a speedy return, although this forced break is much needed...he runs back and forth from home to Emory constantly!! Charmaine's anxiety about being apart from him has gotten better and her spirits are good. She says thanks to everyone for the cards and prayers! Nat will be with her tonight...
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Hello Charmaine and family,
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Sam, Charmaine & family,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know we still continue to pray for all of you! We pray that Sam gets better very soon so you two can be together , we know that's where you want to be! We pray that Charmaine gets well enough to go home soon, and her numbers keep going up. We pray that the family stays well so that you can visit and minister to her. You all continue to be an inspiration to a lot of people and our God is being glorified through all of this!
Keep posting so we will know specifically how to pray. Love all of you!
Greg & Karen Richardson