So we are about halfway done with the "break" from chemo. Today Trey had his blood drawn for a blood count check. This phase of treatment is pretty intense, thus the 2 week break. Trey's counts dropped dramatically from just a week ago. So far his red blood and platlate counts are still ok although they did drop, but his ANC (the ones that fight infection) are low. Just last week they were up in the 4000's, which is in the normal range. Now they are down to 700. If he was to have a chemo treatment this week, they would've made us wait. The doctors expect his counts to climb back up a bit more before next week's chemo treatment. Then of course they will probably drop again. (The blood counts drop about 7-10 days after treatment.)
He'll have his blood count checked again next week before the treatment.
Trey is also experiencing mouth sores and joint and back pain. He gets to swish with some stuff called "magic mouth wash" which Trey hates. Hopefully this will help with the mouth sores. Trey's knees hurt him alot too. The doctor says that joint and back pain is one of the side effects of the chemo. Last night was a rough night for him...he couldn't seem to fall asleep. But right now his spirits seem high and he is feeling better. Playing games with his older brother helps alot!
We'll be thinking about you Trey! Glad to hear you are feeling a little better-hope those numbers go up! Just keep fighting Trey, you'll get through this. Just remember your not alone!!
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Kali
Hang in there Trey! There are a lot of people out there who are supporting you in this fight. We continue to put your name in the Temple and pray for you and your family. You are a courageous young man. Wanting to cure cancer so that other kids don't have to go through what you are going through is an honorable goal. Our family is behind you in your fight against cancer. Take care!
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It's hard to hear that Trey is in pain and not feeling well but somewhat comforting to know that it is all normal and to be expected for what he's going through. Stay strong Trey, We're pulling for you . . . still and always!
ReplyDeleteI guess by putting the word "magic" in front of something doesnt mean they will like it better. Hang in there Beth and Shane. You guys are doing such an amazing job and we're all praying for you here!
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