Mom got her bone marrow results and she is in complete remission! She will have blood work done on Monday and will be admitted at the end of next week for chemo. Praise the Lord!!
ETA: Some have asked why more chemo if the cancer is in remission. This chemo is termed "maintenance chemo". This is given to help ensure any lurking cancer cells don't find a home in the body. The maintenance phase is typically 3-4 months. Each round will likely require a 7 day hospital stay followed by outpatient visits to the lab for bloodwork and then possible blood and platelet infusions. They will continue to periodically perform bone marrow biopsies to monitor the cancer cells. The results from each of these biopsies will allow Mom's oncologist to make the best decisions for her treatment plan. Any differences in what they see from one time to the next will help them determine if she is still in remission.
Again, Thank You to all who are and have prayed. God is Good!
That is the most WONDERFUL news..... Mary you have always been a fighter and you have beat this horrible beast. I am thrilled for you and your family. God Bless you all and love to you also
ReplyDeleteMary Anne (Eckstein) Smith
We are glad to hear the good news. Thoughts and prayers continues for the entire family. Wayne & Anita Owens
ReplyDeletePrayers of Thanksgiving to the Williams family and friends.
ReplyDeleteEllen Hite