Great news to report. Emily was neutropenic on Tuesday, so I was following protocol when we took her in last night with the fever. However, since Emily's bone marrow is so strong in just one day her ANC had recovered to 540, 500 is the level in which they will let you go home. So, Emily was released early in the morning with a diagnosis of an upper respitory infection. With an ANC over 500 it's not life threatening. Right now she is fast asleep getting some rest so she can get back on track with her treatment. By the way this whole episode is not uncommon for Emily's treatment protocol and really stresses why we need to make sure to wash our hands and not to come around Emily or anyone with a comprimised immune system if you have a cold. The medical staff told us that at this time of year they have lots of delays in treatment.
This is obviously great news, and totally surprised the doctors as well as us. They were completely sure we'd need to be in a few days, everyone was surprised her ANC recovered so quick. I would guess it's pretty much a slam dunk that we will resume treatment next week, she has to have a 1000 ANC or better to resume.
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Dear Chris -
Thanks for keeping us posted so regularly. It was a bit of a scare to hear last night that she had to be admitted. We are so happy that Emily has again beaten all the odds in her recovery. She is the best. Give her big hugs and kisses from both of us.
Love, Grannie & Grampa
Whew! Emily is just full of surprises...Good ones. I am so glad that she is rebounding so quickly. As always, she is sooo lucky to have observant parents who are are on top of any and all new developments. Although Santa comes to the hospital on Christmas Eve, I am so glad that he will leave Emily her presents at her home.
Celia
This is great news. Way to go Emily....I am so happy that you are home. I think you need to get plenty of rest. You want to be in top form for Christmas and Santa's visit. Have a wonderful but restful weekend Pepper family.
Mrs. Breit
I am so thrilled to hear this great news. I am so happy you are home, Emily! I could do a cartwheel!! I hope you all are able to get a bit of rest and to have a wonderful weekend together at home.
Love,
Mrs. Smith :)
Dear Emily & Family:
I am so happy that you are home from the hospital and that you will be home for Christmas. All of our prayers have been answered. I wish you and your wonderful family a very happy, healthy and relaxing Christmas and New Years.
See you next year.
Love,
Elaine Steffens
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