Well, Wednesday morning Kateli's blood work showed that she is neutropenic again. Her ANC is down to 224, so we are delaying her chemo for the next week and hoping that her numbers rise so that we can continue with the treatment.
She's been a bit under the weather since about Sunday, but it had just been a mild cold--runny nose, and cough. This afternoon, after nap time I loaded up the kids (one in the stroller, the other on my back in the carrier) and the dog and we went for a walk, and a stop to the park in our neighborhood. Kateli seemed to be feeling fine, before we left...but that changed while we were out. About 20 mins into our stay at the park, she said "mami, home" so we packed up and walked home. Kateli wanted to ride the backpack, but the entire trip she acted so tired and sleepy. We got home, and both kids lost it. Joshua was in tears, Kateli was screaming and feeling a little warm. I took her temp, and she had a low grade temp. She also informed me that she hurt in her ear, and would not stop poking at it and screaming. SO, I made a call to the doctor's office to see how we should proceed. I knew for sure, she had to have an ear infection and I wanted to nip in the bud before it got out of hand, especially knowing that her counts were low. So, we made a trip to the Urgent Care clinic. The doctor checked her out and informed us that she doesn't just have infection in ONE ear...both of them are RED!!! My poor baby!! She had not complained one bit, until this afternoon but she must have been in some major pain. We are at home, and praying that she doesn't spike any fevers overnight, or the next few days.
Please pray for her recovery from the ear infections, from the cold and that her numbers rise so that she is not so susceptible to infections.
As always, thank you for keeping up with our progress.
9 comments:
My dearest children and grandchildren. How my heart aches that you have had so much difficulty. Surely our God will give you His strength to endure this trial. How I wish I could take Katherine's place and free her from this pain. Precious, Father, we cry out to you for mercy and grace and for your healing for Katherine. Please strengthen Dan, Marleny and Joshua. Send help, Lord!!! I love you. Mom, Sue, Grandma, Grandma
Dan & Marleny,
My wife, Sherri, was Dan's mothers roomate in college. You have been in our prayers since we learned of Kateli's illness. Sue notified us today of the infection that Kateli is fighting. This note is to let you know of our prayers and concern for you four, and especially your precious daughter. I check your blog from time to time so that we try to stay abreast of your situation and up date our prayers for you, accordingly. Blessings, Fred & Sherri Fishel
Dan and Marleny,
We continue to lift you all up in prayer. You have showed amazing perserverance and patience with all that you are handling. May our gracious Lord hold you close so that you may experience his peace and comfort.
Love - because of Him,
Rebecca and Philip Douglass
Just heard from Grandma Sue about Katherine's ear infections. Know she is uncomfortable and it Hurts! We will be remembering her this weekend and praying for her healing. It is so hard to understand why these things have to happen. Only as the time goes by do we gain and understanding. Our Love and Best Wishes. Aunt Joan and Uncle Leon
I am so sorry that Kateli is having to deal with TWO ear infections, on top of everything else! Please know that I am praying for all of your family--that God will carry you in His powerful arms and bring you peace, comfort, strength, and MOST OF ALL healing. What a precious family you have!
Sharon McCarthy (friend of Sue and Wayne Marsh--FBC-Ellisville)
Oh no... i hope her numbers increase soon so that she can continue with the treatment this week! I hope too that she feels better soon!
best wishes and lots of prayers from us!
De Paz
We continue to pray for strength, comfort, and healing. Katherine is so strong and amazing...just like her wonderful parents. We love you all.
Love,
Jim, Pam, Jake, and Mark
Dan and Marleny,
Know your heavenly father is crazy about you and is right there with you.
I pray dear Lord for Katherine. Heal her ears and ease her pain. I pray for wisdom for her doctors and rest and peace for her parents.
Thank you Lord that you care about the details of our lives. Bless this family beyond measure. It is in Your precious name I pray. Amen.
Love in Christ,
Emmy Crabdree
i will pray for quick healing for katherine and that things return to normal so she can resume her chemo. sending lots of love and prayers your way.
Amanda Fortney
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