Hello Folks:
Yesterday, Jeanine noticed small red pinpoint spots on her legs and stomach. At her regular radiation treatment today, she showed the radiation Doctor. He sent her immediately to the Chemo doctor, Dr. Maher. The did blood work, and discovered that her platelet count was way too low. This of course due to the chemo pills. (Thank God they watch this closely) They sent her straight way to St. Paul hospital, where she began receiving platelet transfusions this evening. The numbers don't mean much to me, but when she started the chemo, her number was "350". The once previous test showed it had lowered to "175", and today it was "26". They tell us once the numbers reach "50" again, she can return home. They have temporarily suspended her from taking the Temador; but that will resume when the platelet count returns to an acceptable level. She feels fine. The radiation is really taking a toll on her hair now however. We are ordering her a cute little wig to wear until this thing is over, and her natural hair returns.
Continued thoughts and prayers are appreciated, and we hope you have a fun and safe 4th.
Love you all./
Bill
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Bill, would it be possible to visit Jeanine while she is at St. Paul?
Valery
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I still pray for you daily--usually several times per day. You WILL come through this and in the process, you are witnessing for Christ in the most effective way possible. You have even strengthened my already strong faith!
Love, love, love,
Diane
Bill - thanks for the update; I just saw it this afternoon. Please keep us posted on Jean's progress. You guys have a lot of people who love you, and pray for you both.
Love,
Marcy
Hello Friends,
I know that I can't personallysend "thank you's" out to each of you, but know that your prayers and love are appreciated and needed more than you will ever know. Keep me in your thoughts always and know that I love you and thank you from the bottom of my heart! You are all such an encouragement to me.
Jeanine
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