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Having a bad day :(

Well the other day I wrote about an MCL'r in Italy, who after 38 months in remission, had relapsed. It certainly got me thinking about my situation.

Then yesterday, I got the results of my monthly blood work. My lymphocytes had increased another 10K after increasing 10K the last month, and my hemoglobin was at its lowest level ever.

I still feel fine, physically that is. I also know you treat the patient and not the counts, and as my counts get higher they will likely increase more rapidly, so there is no need to worry excessively at this time. Still all this happening at one time is very unsettling. (Remember I am very superstitious).

Now I have to wait another month, for my next blood test. That sure seems like an eternity.

You know, somebody out there could Meebo Me, and try and lift my spirits!!
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John Wagner said…
Well, the message says you are out riding your bike, so I guess that is a good sign. It is not quite 7 a.m. California time. This will have to substitute for a Meebo. As long as you are feeling good, just keep pedaling along. It kinda sucks that we are tied to doctor's appointments and lab work When things are headed in the wrong direction, on paper anyway, we can't wait for the next one because we just know it will be better. You are a strong guy and I have been amazed at all the physical activity you are able to engage in. Heck, I get winded tying my shoes :) Hang in there and you can handle whatever is around that next curve. Praying that it is a nice, long stretch of level road!
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