CMML, BMT, & ME

This is Pauline, Boone's wife. Every year on or near his birthday, he has his annual physical. His doctor told him that he had "Immature blood cells" and referred him to a hemotologist. To Boone's great surprise when he arrived for the appointment, the hemotologist was an oncologist. They drew blood and the Oncologist, Dr. K, wanted to know why I was not with him. Next visit he said, I better be there. A month later, we went to the appointment. Blood was drawn. Dr. K. said it could be a couple of things, and ordered a bone marrow biopsy. On the 3rd month, we heard the diagnosis of CMML.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

April 17, 2013

DAY 49 - OH BOTHER

Got a call yesterday afternoon. Had to go in at 8PM for a new IV. Turns out they found some evidence of a common lung infection. Common among folks, especially farmers but not good for BMT patients. I do not have the infection just some marker. Have to get an IV every 12 hours for a week or so. Off to the hospital in a few.

Boone

4 comments:

Stella said...: Oh, Boone, sorry you are having to endure more treatments for the lung problem but aren't we glad they found it and can treat it? AND you're writing about things. Time marches on as you are coming out the Wellness side of the mountain.; April 18, 2013 at 1:09 AM
Anonymous said...: What a pain, but glad they found it and can fix it. So nice that you can write.

Love you,
Donor; April 18, 2013 at 4:40 PM
The Baby said...: Ah man. Sorry, but glad they caught it.; April 18, 2013 at 7:48 PM
Jeri said...: Hang in there, Boone and Pauline! We continue to pray and give thanks for your good progress. :); April 21, 2013 at 11:09 PM