Friday, August 16, 2013

Friday, August Sixteenth, Two Thousand and Thirteen

Hi there!

My PET scan showed that the radiation worked on my L5 (spine), but unfortunately displayed several new spots.  The stem cell transplant was postponed.  I was admitted to OSU on Saturday, August 3rd and just finished a five-day chemotherapy treatment to tackle new areas.  I was treated for pneumonia too.  I remain at the hospital, as this is my "bad week" (immediately after chemo).  This way, they can control infection or fever.  I have another PET scan next Friday, August 23rd.  If looking good, a new transplant date will be determined quickly...I'll update the blog when I know more.  I am anxious for the transplant and cannot wait for things to get going...  Afterwards, my hospital stay will continue for several more weeks.

Also, a big THANK YOU to the Fedigan Family (Mom's family) for the huge poster with the encouraging words and signatures, from the recent family reunion.  I loved reading the messages!  It put a big smile on my face :)

Lauren

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