Stem Cell Transplant ( Sct )

[Britt.f7]

Wow I can't believe it has already been three weeks! Keep counting the positives. One day the fatigue will ease up. Your body is doing amazing things on its road to recovery. It's like when your body was creating another human being. You couldn't see what it was doing, but it was working really hard behind the scenes to make this little person. Now the person that your body is recreating is you. A full, grown up version. It has a lot of work to do. It is going to be tired, and it is going to take time.

Accomplishing all you have in three weeks is awesome. Don't sell yourself short. Remind yourself of all those actions going on behind the scenes to make you a healthy human being. No wonder you are short of breath, you are getting quite the workout!

 

[Deleted member 12723]

Thinking of you Deb and wishing the best for you. Hugs and prayers. Pat yourself on the back for doing so well for all that you have been going through.

 

[intothelight]

OK, one month and three days after release from the hospital, I have now been released from the transplant team. My counts are that good and I go next month back to my oncologist. It is amazing, and honestly, not short of miraculous.

Next month, a bone marrow biopsy to confirm complete remission and then the start of maintenance. Maintenance does involve low dose chemo, but it does not involve steroids!!! :) So no "crazy" drugs in the foreseeable future.

Excited doesn't begin to touch what I am feeling. Second chances....they do come.

 

[Deleted member 12723]

Comgratulations Deb and well done. I am applauding you for your wonderful healing process. You are a real trooper and fighter and very inspiring.

Like you I have come to a decision that I will not let my situation defeat me. I will fight too with everything I have. Thanks for that. Big hugs and prayers for your continued healing.

 

[amethist]

Good to hear your doing so well Deb.

Keep looking after yourself and you will continue to heal.

 

[The Albatross]

Very glad tidings Deb, I'm so very happy for you!!!

 

[Britt.f7]

Fabulous news!

 

[JustBe]

Sooooo very HAPPY! :D:);):cool::D
Keep up the good work and ENJOY!:cool:

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Excited doesn't begin to touch what I am feeling. Second chances....they do come.

Hang on to that statement my friend. Those words are truth! Don't doubt it, don't question it, just trust it to be true. You have been given a second chance for a reason. Doesn't mean it will be easy and that there will be no more battles to fight, but it is a gift to be nurtured and cared for. It is hope! You are evidence of hope for those that are just beginning their own battles with cancer. You have the unique ability to give a voice and a face and a testament to hope. Please try to remember that when you are feeling discouraged by all the medical bills stacking up and work and life sucking your energy away. Not everyone gets second chances, please cherish it for the gift it is and live your life and make your choices accordingly. Just the .02 of someone who loves you!

 

[Whitneys story]

Deb, You are making history. You are a miracle. Whatever time it takes to recover is up to your system.

Please don't push yourself so hard. Take time for self care, watch your favorite movies. Be a princess! It will take however long it takes and that is ok.

The Triathlon has been cancelled due to poor weather! Hugs, Whitney

 

[Froggie]

((((Deb)))), caught up on where you're at with this transplant story. Yes the fatigue can be overwhelming and frustrating, but like one nurse explained to me, it's the body's defense system that kicks in to survive! Since that was told to me, I'm less hard on myself. I just thank my body now for caring for me. For my housework, I have a lady that comes in one morning every 2 weeks. At first it hurt my ego, but now I soooo appreciate it as this leaves me energy to do other things. So you see dear friend, there solutions to deal with the fatigue. Don't forget that you are coming out of that re-birth date, so those baby steps like you say, are more than important. A chance to integrate new healthier life habits, more tender loving care for oneself and others. Rediscover the world, the SCT is giving you this second chance. With you all the way. :hug:

 

[intothelight]

I haven't updated this for a while and where I am now is miles from where I was. I am stronger everyday and managing to do just about everything, albeit at a slower pace. :)

My bloodwork shows complete remission, but tomorrow is the biggest test. I am having my first post transplant bone marrow biopsy. If it is clear of cancer cells then I will have achieved complete remission and will have at least a few years cancer free, with the possibility of many. Trying to remain neutral about this and not get my hopes up too high or expect the worst.

A lot easier said then done. Either way I'll post the results and then close this thread as this is the last step of this procedure unless they want me to do another one.