JoAnn L.
Master Chef
Marge, thank you so much for the update on John. He is still in my prayers everyday.
Condolences to Dove, her beloved son John passed at 2:40 Nov 13/07
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Essiebunny
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We are praying for him and you!
Love to you.
Love to you.
beginner101
Assistant Cook
Hi Marge,you and your family are in my prayers,wish you all the best and strength for everything.
-DEADLY SUSHI-
Washing Up
I jumping for joy that his lungs are ok!! 
SizzlininIN
Master Chef
Great news Marge! I'm glad he's doing well....will certainly keep him and the family in my thoughts and prayers.
OP
OP
Dove
DC Grandma
The Dr. did the Spinal Tap last Friday. He started having Migraines and throwing up..he went back Saturday and had a Caffeine shot and other meds. He is still having headaches when he sits up so he stays flat. He will probably go back to the ER after he calls the Dr.( He cant sit up in the Dr.'s office. ) They are about 1/4 mile from the hospital.
Marge
Marge
Snoop Puss
Head Chef
Sorry to hear he's suffering after the spinal tap. I gather this kind of headache isn't unknown after this kind of procedure. Spinal headaches might only be temporary but apparently they're very unpleasant. I hope he begins to feel better soon.
csalt
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Words fail me at what to say Marge. Your son has so much courage and your Mother's heart is so large, caring and courageous. There surely cannot be many more 'set backs'.
I admire you, care deeply about all you are going through and more than anything else hope, trust and pray for a good outcome.
I admire you, care deeply about all you are going through and more than anything else hope, trust and pray for a good outcome.
OP
OP
Dove
DC Grandma
It is 3:30 Pm and he is still at the hospital. Last I heard the Dr. was going to inject red blood into the same spot as the tap. he has been leaking spinal fluid.
If conservative treatment doesn't help, the doctor may recommend injecting a small amount of your blood into the space over the hole in the dura. This is known as an epidural blood patch. The injected blood forms a clot that seals the puncture hole, restoring normal pressure in the spinal fluid and relieving your headache
If conservative treatment doesn't help, the doctor may recommend injecting a small amount of your blood into the space over the hole in the dura. This is known as an epidural blood patch. The injected blood forms a clot that seals the puncture hole, restoring normal pressure in the spinal fluid and relieving your headache
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salvata05
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Marge,
I am almost 40 and just days after I turned 36 I too was diag. w/leukemia. Please get as much info. as possible. There are MANY types of leukemia - some of which are not as bad as others. Just stay off the internet for your research. Many of those sites are not updated and this particular area of health is changing at a rapid speed. I am hopeful!!
Vote for politicians who support stem-cell research. Stem cell transplants can save lives!
And be sure you and yours know and live for Jesus. No matter how big or small our trials, we will be with him in the after-life if we are saved. Please find comfort in fellow Christians. You will see things in such a different light. I know that sounds "casual", but take it from someone who has leukemia, 2 young children and a wonderful husband. The Lord and His people comfort and uplift and those positive factors DO make a difference like no chemo or dr. ever can.
God Bless and feel free to e-mail me.
I am almost 40 and just days after I turned 36 I too was diag. w/leukemia. Please get as much info. as possible. There are MANY types of leukemia - some of which are not as bad as others. Just stay off the internet for your research. Many of those sites are not updated and this particular area of health is changing at a rapid speed. I am hopeful!!
Vote for politicians who support stem-cell research. Stem cell transplants can save lives!
And be sure you and yours know and live for Jesus. No matter how big or small our trials, we will be with him in the after-life if we are saved. Please find comfort in fellow Christians. You will see things in such a different light. I know that sounds "casual", but take it from someone who has leukemia, 2 young children and a wonderful husband. The Lord and His people comfort and uplift and those positive factors DO make a difference like no chemo or dr. ever can.
God Bless and feel free to e-mail me.
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salvata05
Guest
Praise God
In the darkness there is always light - Praise God for the blood test results!
In the darkness there is always light - Praise God for the blood test results!
Dove said:
John just called..his blood test showed that he is in remission
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salvata05
Guest
I see your signature line and God gives you trials to bring you closer to Him! You are His child and he wants you near. Pray, talk, praise, scream at Him. He will listen! You will see changes once you really accept that He is present and He is not bringing the hurt and heartache - it is the adversary doing that - the devil. Don't let the devil win by letting him have you believe the Lord is imposing the hurt on you and yours. God bless you all richly and may you seek and hear and feel Him.
OP
OP
Dove
DC Grandma
Salvata,
You don't have a Private Message link showing so I will just say it here. John has Acute Myeloid Leukemia. One if not the worst type.
You don't have a Private Message link showing so I will just say it here. John has Acute Myeloid Leukemia. One if not the worst type.
OP
OP
Dove
DC Grandma
They did the blood injection last night at 7 PM. One of the three Doctors in the ER went home sick so John had a very long wait. I haven't called him yet today but I will soon.
marge
marge
Snoop Puss
Head Chef
Sorry to hear John had to wait, Marge. Hope he's doing a bit better now.
Hi Marge,
just catching up on John. Hope things are better.You are all still in my thoughts and prayers. Let us know how John is and you too.
hugs,
kadesma
just catching up on John. Hope things are better.You are all still in my thoughts and prayers. Let us know how John is and you too.
hugs,
kadesma
PA Baker
Master Chef
kadesma said:
Same here, Marge. Do let us know how everything is when you have a chance. I'm still sending lots of hugs and prayers your way.
OP
OP
Dove
DC Grandma
John is doing very well today. He feels stronger and his voice is strong now. Sounds just like he did before he got sick. He has blood work once a week and is waiting for the results from the spinal tap. If all is well I guess they will make plans for the bone marrow transplant soon.
Marge
Marge
Dearest marge, what good news. We will continue to pray for John's continuing good progress. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and it's NOT that of an oncoming train. Hope springs eternal. Happy, happy, happy day!
