Last night we drove to Iowa City so we could be at the clinic bright and early for Tim’s 7:20 labs this morning. The doctor was quite pleased with Tim’s progress. His magnesium level was a little low so he also had to have a magnesium infusion. They did prescribe some magnesium pills so, hopefully, his level will be better on Friday when we have to go again. Those 4 hour trips are getting a bit long!
Overnight Sunday night, Tim thought a rash might be developing on his chest and upper back. He was correct. Turns out, the itching AND the rash are both good things. The doctor today said she believes they are related to engraftment. That, hopefully, means the donor cells are starting to settle and produce new cells. They did give him some prednisone to help with the itching but felt like it was a good sign!
Nighttime sleeping still seems to be difficult. He did get a good nap during his infusion today though.
He will have PT twice this week (someone comes to our house so he doesn’t have to go out among people). For the most part his back and shoulders are getting better but still occasionally has some aches and zings.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
That things continue to go well.
That the itches will decrease (and go away) as soon as possible.
Tim does have some issues with his nose running. It seems to be especially bad when he is wearing his mask. Prayers for that to get better since he has to wear his mask to walk outside and that is no fun!
PRAISES:
That Tim’s body seems to be receiving the transplant well!
That we have had safe travel back and forth to Iowa City.
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