Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Changes Ahead

We met with our transplant doctor, Leona Holmberg, this afternoon and it wasn't actually what we had wanted to hear. The good news is that Dave's mass is 47% smaller than when he had the last PET scan done in Kalispell. The not-so-good news is that David's bone marrow revealed that he has some clonal abnormality which is a red flag indicator for leukemia in the future. Because of that finding, treatment has changed. Dave will still have his own stem cell transplant, but then after 40-80 days he will receive a stem cell transplant from his brother, Richard. It looks like we will be here for awhile! Things have gotten a little more complicated. Dave is doing good and still has a positive attitude. We are very thankful for the opportunity to be treated here - it's the best, but we sure miss our home, friends and family. I believe his treatments will start right after the 4th. Keep those positive thoughts and prayers coming. We thank God for you every day.
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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 27, 2007 at 9:13 PM

    Hi, Keep the positive attitude! We are all with you in our hearts...thoughts and prayers...Toni

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  2. AnonymousJune 28, 2007 at 2:05 PM

    Hi Dave,

    People are going to think you like it there too much if you keep going back for more . . . call me when you get a chance.

    The Budget went as good as can be expected - you'll have lots of money to spend when you get back - but it is grant dependent - darn!!!

    Hang in there!!!

    Doug fire2@cityofwhitefish.org

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  3. A Friend Across the MilesJune 28, 2007 at 3:18 PM

    Hey you two! We're thinking of you, praying for you...we miss you...Camie

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  4. UnknownJune 28, 2007 at 3:27 PM

    That's great news that the mass has shrunk. Your physicians are the best Dave. Just keep your positive attitude and you'll get through this.
    we certainly don't want you getting leukemia down the road.One day at a time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you every day.
    Love you Guys
    Robin, Karen & Family

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  5. AnonymousJune 28, 2007 at 5:53 PM

    You are such an inspiration with your positive attitude. It is so wonderful we can track each step of your journey. Just remember that God doesn't give us more than we can handle. We are praying for you daily, and the prayers from PA are coming your way too! Wendy

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