Just to set the record straight I am not undergoing surgery but having a stem cell transplant!
Prayer request for hsguy. UPDATES post #59 and #61
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John,
Praying for you and a great recovery
Praying for you and a great recovery
OP
John is settling into his hospital room. He is feeling chipper and said he will work on posting pics of the beautiful scenery outside his window tomorrow.
bamabiker
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I don't know which is worse but prayers for a good outcome.
My late husband had a similar deal, massive killer chemo and stem cell transplant 15years ago. He tolerated it well and was cancer free when he passed from other health issues 7 years post transplant. His was a clinical trial at Mayo Clinic, he was the 1st patient over age 60 to have it. It is now a standard protocal for several types of cancer.
The journey isn't a walk in the park but it isn't too bad. John, you have a positive attitude about it and faith in your medical team, you got it!
But some extra prayers are always good so adding mine too.
The journey isn't a walk in the park but it isn't too bad. John, you have a positive attitude about it and faith in your medical team, you got it!
But some extra prayers are always good so adding mine too.
My prayers and best wishes for you John.
sureshotbob
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Prayers sent for John for a great outcome on his surgery and healing.
OP
Recent text from John:
"Had a decent night, room is quiet. Feeling OK. Starting today's chemo in a minute."
"Had a decent night, room is quiet. Feeling OK. Starting today's chemo in a minute."
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Hard prayers going up for John, family, friends support group, surgeons, and care givers. hope he has a good outcome!
OP
Looking out John's window;
OP
John made sure to point out the team name.
I saw that Bugs Bunny reference instantly! Nice view. City looks so peaceful from up there.
Received a short text from John. Chemo is having it's effects, yet he is good spirits and looking forward to moving on. He thanks everyone for the good wishes.
Prayers sent for John and his family (as well as skill and discernment for the doctors!)
OP
John's sister just emailed a "send a card" request.
"John cannot receive any flowers or plants, but if you’d like to drop him a card or a postcard, here’s the information:
UChicago Medicine
Center for Care and Discovery -10 East Room 10-039
Attn John
5720 South Drexel Ave. MC 8051
Chicago, Illinois 60637-1470
"John cannot receive any flowers or plants, but if you’d like to drop him a card or a postcard, here’s the information:
UChicago Medicine
Center for Care and Discovery -10 East Room 10-039
Attn John
5720 South Drexel Ave. MC 8051
Chicago, Illinois 60637-1470
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John, update post #57
Tomorrow 10-25-2022 is the day it gets real, it's transplant day. Please hold a special thought prayer for John.
Tomorrow 10-25-2022 is the day it gets real, it's transplant day. Please hold a special thought prayer for John.
OP
Fred and I received this update from John's sister:
"It’s hard to believe it’s been 3 weeks since John’s transplant. We went to the clinic for bloodwork and a visit yesterday and the great news is the engraftment looks to have taken very well. John’s numbers continue to slowly rise, he is eating small meals and continuing to take short walks every day."
All things considered his spirit and outlook are infectiously upbeat.
Please continue to keep John in your thoughts and prayers as he still has a journey ahead of him.
Thank you.
"It’s hard to believe it’s been 3 weeks since John’s transplant. We went to the clinic for bloodwork and a visit yesterday and the great news is the engraftment looks to have taken very well. John’s numbers continue to slowly rise, he is eating small meals and continuing to take short walks every day."
All things considered his spirit and outlook are infectiously upbeat.
Please continue to keep John in your thoughts and prayers as he still has a journey ahead of him.
Thank you.
OP
This made my night.
I just received a text from John. His appointment today went very well. He is gaining weight and has been cleared to drive. He is still in semi-isolation but he can now drive himself to his medical appointments. He has made astounding progress much sooner than expected.
If I could bottle his attitude I would be on Easy Street.
Thanks to all for supporting him.
I just received a text from John. His appointment today went very well. He is gaining weight and has been cleared to drive. He is still in semi-isolation but he can now drive himself to his medical appointments. He has made astounding progress much sooner than expected.
If I could bottle his attitude I would be on Easy Street.
Thanks to all for supporting him.
Wonderful news, Rusty. Thanks for letting us know.
