Thursday, August 13, 2009

Update - August 13 - Day 52 + 47

After a very tough week last week, I've been feeling better. I'm over the 103/104 fevers that put me back into the hospital 2 weeks ago. However, I get a low grade fever once a day or so, and during the fevers -- it wears me out.
My test results have been okay. So, the doctors are a bit stumped. Although, for Leukemia patients - unexplained low grade temperatures are common. The fevers could actually be due to the antibiotics, bone marrow stimulant, etc that I'm taking.

Anyway, I'm on an additional new antibiotic, and until my fevers are completely gone, I have to hang in here.
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6 comments:

  1. pamAugust 13, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    Hi Barb ~~ I hope Darrell gave you that big hug after we talked this afternoon. I know it's been rough, and I'm glad you are feeling a bit better ~~ but know you aren't yet at the perky point with the low grade fever. Here's to the additional new antibiotic to knock it out. Hoping you'll be able to be home again soon. Love, Pam

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  2. chuckAugust 13, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    Barb,
    I really hat to quote the Ohio State fight song But "Hang On Sloopy, Sloopy Hang On." We're glad you are felling a bit better. Hang tough, we're praying for you.
    Cindy and Chuck

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  3. maryAugust 13, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    Oh, it's a tough handling the high fevers. Hopefully, tons of chipped ice to drink helps!! Sounds like your system is really fighting the drugs. Do the best you can. Glad to learn your tests are looking good too. "Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light", -Helen Keller
    Just to let you know you are not alone.....
    Love,
    mg

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  4. UnknownAugust 14, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    Thanks Barb for the update, we are always waiting to hear.Sorry it is not a little better on your part. As your friend Mary stated so beautifully - you are not alone - at least in spirit - wish there was more we could do to help - unfortunately the heavy lifting is all on you (and Darrell). You have carried heavy burdens before and always did so with grace and success,I am sure the success part is not far off.

    By the way - is this Obama's fault?

    Love you, Julie

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  5. Northwest BaltimoreAugust 14, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Glad to hear from you and that you are progressing slowly but surely. I think about you and the time we spent working together. Stay strong and you will be home soon.
    Lovingly,
    Rita

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  6. AnonymousAugust 14, 2009 at 9:06 AM

    Hi Barb, I am so sorry to hear that you have had such a hard 2 weeks. In the past, whenever I have had a hard road to follow , I found that if I thought about all the wonderful things in life God has given to me. The more I name them all, the better I feel and the more determined I get, to fight back!!! I am praying for you, as is my family. Our love is always with you! xoxox Dianne

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