(In a way we both missed being in the other area because it is nice to chat with other patients who are going through the same thing)
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Then Ryan got his lab results and MORE GOOD NEWS:
Everything is STILL rising.
WBC up, ANC UP, Hemoglobin UP...
Not only are the counts looking good, but so is Ryan. Every time nurses and other people see him, they always comment on how GREAT he looks- especially considering that it was JUST a week ago that he was released. Unfortunately, feeling great today didn't last too long, because it was soon time for the dreaded biopsy.
Ryan got a small dose of morphine and took some Ativan to help him relax
All the meds made him a little bit drowsy, so he needed a ride down to the other clinic.
The goods:
All prepped and ready to go:
The Nurse Practitioner got to the bone and it started to hurt, so she stopped to get more Lidocaine drawn.
Overall, Ryan said this 3rd time was MUCH better then his two previous biopsies. He is hoping that maybe... just MAYBE he will be able to get his next one done with conscious sedation because the Morphine, Ativan and Lidocaine didn't really help much. His next biopsy will be in about two months (Merry Christmas to Ryan!)
After:
and STILL smiling!
He is REALLY sore and it usually stays tender for about a week. He still got out and walked about a 1/2 mile tonight. He just continues to AMAZE me!
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Then today he got a special surprise
A picture of two of Ryan's favorite things:
His KIDS and CARS
A friend in our ward, who is an AMAZING photographer took the picture.
Ryan LOVED it!
It was a special gift to finish of the day.
~THANK YOU~
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Keep healing... Keep smiling
***GO TEAM RYAN***
16 comments:
What a wonderful pic to end the day. Margie seriously you need to continue your "artistic" talents by helping other fams w/their webpages. Ryan your strength is amazing. May the good times keep on rolling :-)
Love from CA, Aunt Lisa
Oh, I cannot believe that needle--yikes! And OW! That picture of the kids is so cool. I'm so relieved that things are going well for you--keep fighting Ry!! Love you!
You're doing so great! What a fighter! I'm amazed at how you just take things in stride. (That was a huge, thick needle. Ouch!) So glad that you're doing well and the counts continue to go up.
Praying for your continued recovery,
The Varela's
Ryan really does look great!! I'm so glad things are on the up and up and we continue to pray that he just keeps getting better!
Keep growing strong. I pray for you and more good news.
Glad you are doing good and getting out to walk around!!
Ryan, I can't stop smiling, all this news is so good. I have to say the picture is pretty awesome too.
That's such a great picture of the kiddos! And congrats, Ryan, on getting the biopsy DONE. Two months off! Hurray! It sounds like you're just doing so well. We are so happy for you and continue to pray for you and your wonderful family.
Sooooo glad to see Ryan doing so well. I am anxious to hear the results of the biopsy. That is pretty graphic. Keep up all the healing!
Did I mention that the photographer is dashing and handsome too? Well, he is.
Wow! You are both so strong! Ryan just keeps amazing me and you do too Margie! Ryan does look better and better in each picture! What a GREAT photo! That is amazing! What a great friend and so thoughtful...
Awesome picture! So sorry about the biopsy Ryan! I can't even imagine having that done. That was Casey's hardest, and worst part about his whole cancer journey. Way to be so strong!
ouch! that needle pic and explanation was crazy!!! so glad that is over. anxious for the news. the pic of the kids turned out super cute.
Lookin good :)
Oops, I left my compliments on the photo on the last post. It is fantastic.
Looking forward to hearing the biopsy results and praying they are good,
Emily
Oh mercy, that needle. I think I will probably be sore for a week now too. You look great and I am just rejoicing in those rising numbers.
And no wonder you are fighting, look at those ridiculously cute kids...now you've just got to get that car.
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