Little bit of an update folks......Vanessa is now on day +9; i.e. 9days after getting Connie's 'Megadose' stem cells back! Connie made me say this again !! so far, all is still GOOD!
There have been a few days where she has felt poorly since Day 0, but the promised decline doesn't seem to have arrived, in fact her blood counts were very good today and would appear to be climbing, this is good news. Let's hope things continue going in this direction!
Her hair is now beginning to come out; however, she was expecting this and doesn't seem to be that bothered (outwardly anyway). She has a couple of hats that she'll be wearing when she gets a chance to go out for an hour or two.
Today for her breakfast, Vanessa had a "Bacon Sarnie", not your typical German breaky!! the doctors and nurses do think this is a bit odd, but secretly, i think would like one !!
Most days, the physiotherapist has been visiting to give Vanessa some exercises to do, step machine, bike and breathing exercises; keeps her strength up and breaks the boredom a little. I've been trying to get Connie on the bike for a wee pic, but she is resisting somewhat!!
The road ahead is still long and as usual, there is always that degree of uncertainty. However, we are very pleased with Vanessa's progress so far and will continue to keep you posted as we go.......thanks for reading folks
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