December 10, 2010

Mom had another follow-up appointment with Dr. Torres today. He did not have very good news, as her platelets have not improved. He is afraid that the last dose of chemotherapy has damaged her bone marrow and that it is no longer producing platelets. He would like her to have an injection every day for the next week in an effort to jump start the bone marrow, but aside from this he told us that he has done everything he can, and that there is nothing else he can do to help. The social worker for the Cancer Center is going to contact Hospice and they are to get in touch with us on Monday.

Mom's spirits are down and she was more upset this evening than I have ever seen since her diagnosis. She was very tired when she got home, but she ate some dinner and has been sleeping most of the evening. I ask for a special interest in your prayers in the coming weeks. Please pray for comfort and strength as only He can provide in times like these.