Ed and I are very relieved that our stem cell transplant experience is almost over and we have only one more hurdle to cross before we go home.
We went to my last appointment at the bone marrow clinic yesterday. Yesterday was also my first day taking no oral medications and my last day on IV fluids. My blood work showed in the normal range for white blood cells, neutrophils, hemoglobin and platelets. YES!
My Doctor has set an appointment to have the central line (a surgically implanted tube they used to administer meds and take blood samples), removed from my chest on Wednesday August 15. After that, we are free to go home!
As for the results of the stem cell transplant – conclusive results on whether I achieved a full or partial response to the treatment will not be known for about a month. My Doctors in Penticton will be monitoring my blood levels on a bi-weekly basis. To the best of my understanding, when the blood has matured to its full capacity, they will run tests to determine the results of the stem cell transplant.
My strength is coming back and although I tire more quickly, I feel almost normal. My stamina is building. We are both eager to get back to our home ‘up the mountain’ outside Penticton.
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Great News Claire. So glad that you are starting to get your strength back. Let us know when you are heading home. I know you will continue to improve when you are back on your mountain. Both of you take care, Much love Dale & Doug.
Yes! Delighted to hear of your great progress. We’re looking forward to seeing you both again! And Yukon…
So glad to hear things are going well! Looking forward to you being back home and getting the next great book done!
Wonderful news all around Claire! Nothing helps healing like being home. Our best wishes for your continued healthy recovery.
That is just terrific Claire – no place like home. You have been such a fighter with a positive outlook and I knew you could do it. Take care my friend you have been in my prayers. Love Maggie & Barry
“Almost normal” for you probably means “normal” for us poor mortals. I shudder to think how energetic you’re going to be when you achieve full normal. Thanks for this message. I feel full of optimism for you and Ed.
YESSSSSSSS!!!! That’s wonderful news, Claire! You sure are taking things in stride. I’m so happy for you and Edi. There’s no place like home to regain your strength. And Yukon will be delighted to have her two favourite humans back!
Big bear hug, Chrige
Wonderful news, Claire! Blessings to you as you return to home and to health
Hi, your strength and attitude are a lesson for us all. Where you reached in and grabbed your soul and said, “we’re going this way” is something I’ve never seen before. Your one remarkable lady and a model I would try to emulate if I were in your position….but don’t know if I have “that”, what ever it is that you’ve shown us all. Yukon tough, I’ll show you Yukon tough. Your one “off”, kiddo. Good work, and hope the rest of it is downhill.
Loveyah.
Dan
Awesome news – rest and heal. Let the sun shine on you and bring you warmth and blessings.
Hugs,
Yasmin
That is such good news that you’re feeling better. Coming home will make it better still, I’m sure. You’ve been on a wild ride, my friend, but you’re so strong. You are getting well! Let me know when you’re back.
Good on you my dear. just keep swinging for home runs til there is no damn pitchers willing to pitch to you. You will be going home at the best time of the year in the Penticton. RIchard and I are going up to the dome at midnight to try and catch northern lights and meteors. Aren’t you glad you have Ed for company!, can you imagine.
Hi Claire and Ed – wish you a great journey home after this ordeal. There’s no place like home. All my love
Great news, Claire. Best wishes from me and Max.
Yipee….so good to hear this news Claire!! It will be wonderful for you and Ed to be back home. Gods speed for a full recovery…..always in my thoughts….Mary Ann
What wonderful news Claire, so happy for you. After all you’ve been through you sure deserve great news like that! Just goes to show what strength and determination can do. Really happy to hear you are coming home. Konnie asked me to send his well wishes and a hello. We are all thinking of you, love the Bergs.
Happy to hear you have “turned the corner” and you will finally get the chance to get back home. You have gone through a lot – and hopefully the worst is in the past. Thinking of you, and as always, admiring your courage and uplifting outlook. Sonni
Thank you for writing updates, Claire. So glad you’ll be free to go home tomorrow! Xxx – Gayle