For the 3 or 4 of you waiting with bated breath for my little updates, I thought you'd like to know that Shayna's EBV numbers went from 270,000 last Wednesday to 99,000 this Wednesday. We only started the Valcyte (antiviral) Monday evening so I don't know if that's the reason it's down or if it's another reason. I'm just very happy they're down and I hope they'll keep going that way. On the other amazing side of having another person's liver, her liver numbers are down which hopefully means the rejection is also getting under control. Since I've only seen the number and not actually talked with anyone, I'm hesitant to get too excited until I see what next Wednesday's lab results will be and have the verdict verbally confirmed by our nurse coordinator.
We are thoroughly enjoying Grandma Melinda's visit with lots of activities and a constant play buddy for the baby. Shayna is taking longer and longer unassisted walks to wonderful things like hats and balls. I even think she's starting to say ball. Nahum probably cried himself to sleep in Israel because he misses Shayna so much. He's visiting his family, and a couple colleagues, for a week and will be home Thursday. I am doing well. I got to swim with my friend Leslie today and do some plant/garden shopping with Melinda and Shayna.
Loving that the numbers are down and even more in love with the idea of Shayna walking and talking. :-) So awesome that you keep us all posted on Shayna. Enjoy your visit and all the wonderful things that come with spring
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Great news about Shayna's numbers and wonderful that Melinda is there to give you company and help with the princess; safe travels for Nahum. Hugs to you all!
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Great to hear the numbers are down and Shayna is taking little strolls. Yey for Grandmas! They are the best! Maja
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure there are more than 4 people waiting for your updates. So glad things are going well!
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Here's the fifth comment, so there are definitely more folks awaiting updates with bated breath than 3 or 4....
ReplyDeleteGood news, thanks. I'm smiling thinking of the fun you three are having - what a nice birthday/Mother's day present for Melinda and you and Shayna! Love, Carole
So glad to hear that her numbers are coming down. That's great. :) --hil
ReplyDeleteGrandpa's not crying like Papa Nahum but he sure is in agony as he watches Melinda and Shayna cavort on Skype. Great to read about the numbers but I too will keep excitement controlled until next labs and verbal report.
ReplyDeleteThat's great news!
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