Today's lab results show a marked improvement in WBCs, now up to 3.4 with ANCs at 3.0. That is more like it! Engraftment begins with white cell count first, then reds, then platelets. He is getting blood (Hemoglobin 6.3) and platelets (6, boo) this morning. He has not had ANY pain or discomfort from the embolization, although he does have a small drip of Dilaudid running, so that may be covering any issues he might be having. Reinfusion of Mary's cells was non-eventful. They did not need to use preservative with the cells, so a lot of monkey business was avoided with side-effects right there.
He ate a bit of pizza and drank some pop last night. It will take a while for his appetite to come back and his taste buds are pretty shot. It seems his taste of sweet is the last to recover. The effects of mucositis are long gone.
Dr. Altman spoke with him yesterday, yet he had absolutely no recollection of the conversation, so I am in the dark on her view, will report back.
Y-E-A-H!!! Onward and upward! Baby steps...
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