There's a Bacteria Among Us

Day 105.

We are still in the hospital..and probably will be for a couple of days more. Leukemia tried a new weapon on us - a bacterial infection. Who knows where he picked it up from. Fortunately, however, we have weapons in the form of IV antibiotics to fight this one off. In fact, as of this morning he was clear of infection and his fever was gone. He just needs to stay clear and fever free for 48 hours.

From his perch high above the citizens of Fairfax, Carson surveys his domain.

Carson and I spent most of the Thursday night (early morning Friday) in the ER. Just like the last time we were in the ER, the doctor called ahead and we were promptly escorted back to a private room. It sure helps to have connections. Heck, I didn't even have to flash my Golden Syringe Platinum membership card!

Seriously, we know we are blessed to be able to get such great help so quickly. The folks here have bent over backwards to help Carson.

Breaking Records

As of this morning Carson's ANC had dropped to 21...which is a new record low for us. And looking at his blood work, it's going to be a while before that comes up. Yesterday Carson had a blood transfusion. Although his hemoglobin came up, his platelets (which we just received a transfusion of on Tuesday) are already dropping again.

I'm going to go out on a limb here and predict more transfusions in the near future, probably before we leave the hospital.

Good Times Before the Hospital...

On Thursday Heather came over to visit. Heather and Carson were both diagnosed with cancer on the same day and were in the hospital together for a while. Now they see each other on occasion at the clinic.

"Skinheads" take over the court!

Carson and Heather had a blast riding around the court and looking at Mr. Bob's "no top" Mercedes. Thanks Mr. Bob!

Thanks to everyone all for the messages of support and love!!

Paul.